Jalen Jones brings big-play upside to New Mexico State’s QB room
Jones is a quarterback transfer with proven production in 2025 at Alabama State, where he posted 51 catches for 1,167 yards and nine touchdowns, showing explosive playmaking and reliable downfield impact rather than just empty volume.[6][1] The main appeal is his ability to create chunk plays and stress defenses vertically, which makes him a fit for teams seeking an immediate offensive weapon if they can maximize his usage and protection.[6][1] Because available public data focuses on his receiving production, there is limited evidence here on his current quarterback mechanics, so his value appears strongest as a versatile, high-upside offensive piece rather than a fully defined pure passer.[6][1]
