Jaden Kelly brings proven tackling pop to Kennesaw State's linebacker room
In the 2025 season, Jaden Kelly gave Kennesaw State a steady, physical presence at linebacker, finishing with 13 tackles and a pass breakup in limited action, after arriving from Arkansas–Pine Bluff where he had a breakout 2024 with 91 tackles and second-team All-SWAC honors. His best differentiator is production: he’s a reliable run defender who shows up around the ball, plays with edge, and has already proven he can handle a high-volume role. At 6-foot-1 and 225 pounds, he looks like a good fit for a defense that values toughness, experience, and downhill discipline.
