
Baylor’s walk-on safety turned turnover machine
In the 2025 season, Jacob Redding emerged as a high-impact Baylor safety, finishing with 53 tackles and leading the Bears in interceptions, including a pick-six that helped swing games. His calling card is football IQ, ball skills, and a fearless, underdog edge—coaches and local coverage highlight how he went from overlooked walk-on to trusted veteran in the secondary. He looks like a strong fit if you want a physical, opportunistic safety who plays with urgency and can change a game with one snap.





