JT Woods hails from San Antonio, Texas where he played at nearby Steele High School as a two-way player. He helped lead his team to 23-7 record across his junior and senior season while totaling 123 tackles, four tackles for loss, one sack, and one interception on defense. Rated as the 55th-ranked safety in the country by ESPN and a three-star recruit, Woods decided to stay in Texas by committing to play for the Baylor Bears.
As a true freshman, Woods saw the field in all 13 games, finishing with 18 total tackles, one tackle for loss, and two pass breakups.