Jake Ripp is Boise State’s veteran, high-upside linebacker with real breakout juice
In the 2025 season, Jake Ripp emerged as a steady, physical presence for Boise State, starting six games and finishing with 43 total tackles while flashing disruptive ability with 2.0 sacks in a spring game. At 6-foot-3 and about 240 pounds, he has the size, experience, and pass-rush versatility teams love in a modern linebacker. Evaluators consistently point to his tools, leadership, and comfort inside as major strengths, while his next step is simple but demanding: more consistency in tackling and downhill finishing. If you want a seasoned, tough, scheme-flexible linebacker who can help now and still has room to level up, Ripp fits the bill.
