Jalen Garner is emerging as a reliable, all-around linebacker for Houston
Garner’s 2024 breakout gave Houston a dependable linebacker who played a season-high 12 games, posted 17 tackles, earned a 73.4 PFF defensive grade, and contributed on special teams, which makes him more than just a box-score player[2]. His value is in the details: he showed steady snap growth, added a first career interception and tackle for loss, and has been described by Houston as one of the Cougars’ best defensive performers this season, suggesting a player with strong instincts, toughness, and trust from the staff[2][3].
