
Jerome Baker Jr. brings proven production and disruptive JUCO pedigree to UIW
In the 2026 season, Jerome Baker Jr. has opened at UIW with 4 total tackles, including 2 solo stops and 2 assists, while carrying the look of a high-motor, downhill linebacker. What makes him interesting is the backstory: at Iowa Western in 2025, he was a First-Team NJCAA Defensive All-American, led the team with 88 tackles, and added 7 sacks, which screams run-stuffer plus pressure creator. At 6-foot-2 and 215 pounds, he looks like a fit for a defense that wants toughness, range, and edge in the middle.




