
Jonathan Hess brings SEC toughness, special-teams juice, and high-character depth to Ole Miss
In the 2021 season, Jonathan Hess played eight games for Ole Miss as a reserve tight end and special-teams contributor, catching 2 passes for 7 yards; in 2022, he appeared in 3 games but was limited after missing the first 10 games with an injury from fall camp. He’s a 6-foot-5, 230-pound former Rebel who earned academic honors and built a reputation for energy, reliability, and leadership—plus a little sideline swagger. He fits best as a culture piece and depth TE with special-teams value, not a stats-padding feature guy.