Jay Higgins

Jay Higgins is a senior linebacker whose Jay Higgins NCAAF profile lists him at 6-foot-2 (74 inches) and 232 pounds, born in Indianapolis, Indiana. He plays LB and appeared in 13 games in the 2024 regular season, starting all 13. In 2024, Jay Higgins stats show high-volume production in the middle of the defense: 123 combined tackles (57 solo, 66 assists). His disruptive plays included 1.0 sack for 5 yards, 2.0 tackles for loss for 7 yards, and 1 quarterback hit. Higgins also contributed in coverage with 4 interceptions on 4 returns for 15 yards (3.75 average, long 10) and 4 passes defended. Ball-production metrics added to his Jay Higgins career highlights: 2 forced fumbles and 1 fumble recovery, with no lost fumbles credited. Discipline and availability were steady, with 3 penalties for 30 yards (2 resulting first downs). Within his player position and role on team, the 2024 stat line reflects a three-down linebacker workload—heavy tackle involvement, plus impact plays via takeaways and pressures. No injury history and recovery details are provided in the data, and no all-star, playoff, or national team information is listed.