Texas Longhorns star linebacker Jaylan Ford has a unique skill set and build that will likely result in his name being called at this year’s 2024 NFL Draft. The highly-accomplished leader of the defense was a multiple-year starter for the Longhorns and consistent producer of quality play.
Before playing in burnt orange, Ford starred at Lone Star High School in Frisco. The consensus three-star product was committed to Utah for a little over two months before flipping his commitment to Texas and signing in December. Among the 20 signees in the No.9-ranked Longhorns recruiting class, Ford was the lowest ranked as the No.