Howard LB Jay Jones II brings steady tackling and veteran depth
Jay Jones II is a reliable, high-floor linebacker for Howard who has steadily contributed on defense across multiple seasons, including 12 total tackles in 2024 after 11 tackles in 2023 and 12 in 2022, with a sack and a forced fumble on his résumé.[1][7] His value is in consistency, assignment soundness, and willingness to do the dirty work rather than splashy stats, which makes him a fit for teams that want a dependable interior defender who can play physical and stay composed.
