2015 (Redshirt): Did not compete and was granted a redshirt during his true redshirt season.

High School: Graduated in 2014 from Blackwell High School ... Won a state championship (2013) and earned runner-up honors (2014) in the pole vault the past two seasons at the 1A level ... High school personal best was marked at 14-0 ... Competed in the 100m (10.87) and 200m (22.93) in addition to taking part in football and basketball ... Made all-state at running back and linebacker in 2013 and 2014 ... Second-team all-district in basketball ... 'A' honor roll student.

Personal: Given name is Jayden Kenneth Jones ... Born 11 September 1995 in Abilene ... Son of Jill Jones ... Resides in Nolan, Texas ... Intends to major in nursing.