Venice HS Tackling Machine Poised to Disrupt as USF Bulls DE
Eli Jones, a 6'3", 253-lb three-star DE from Venice High (FL), dominated HS with 232 career tackles, including 117 (8.5 TFL, 5 sacks) as a junior in 2023 and 108 tackles senior year, powering a 12-1 state semifinal team.[1][3][4] Freshman at USF in 2025 with limited action (1 game), his versatility across alignments, relentless motor, and championship pedigree make him a high-upside pass rusher.[3] Care about him for his raw intensity and Florida grit—perfect fit for teams needing explosive edge depth without injury concerns.
