Tristan Jernigan

South Carolina

Nov 15 (Sat)

Early

COLLEGE STATION, TX - September 07, 2024 - Linebacker Tristan Jernigan #32 of the Texas A&M Aggies during the game between the McNeese St. Cowboys and the Texas A&M Aggies at Kyle Field in College Station, TX. Photo By Julianne Shivers/Texas A&M Athletics

Photo by: Julianne Shivers/Texas A&M Athletics

Position:
LB
Ht. / Wt.:
6-0 / 230
Class:
Sophomore
Hometown:
Tupelo, Miss.
High School:
Tupelo

2024 (FRESHMAN): Played in seven games, primarily on special teams ... Tallied five tackles in the win over McNeese ... Made two tackles in the win at Florida ... Had four tackles, including 0.5 for loss, in the win over New Mexico State ... Was named the team's Defensive Scout Team Player of the Year at the annual team award show.

HIGH SCHOOL: Coached by Ty Hardin at Tupelo High School … Rated as a 4-start prospect by 247 Sports ... Helped lead Tupelo to a 9-3 record, including an undefeated 4-0 ledger in 7A Region 2 play … As a senior he totaled 81 tackles, including 45 solo take downs and 6.0 tackles for loss, while registering 3.0 sacks and one interception returned for 60 yards … As a junior he finished with 96 tackles, 8.0 tackles for loss, 8.5 sacks and two fumble recoveries … Was a key member of the defense that recorded an undefeated regular season before finishing 13-1 and an Class 6A semifinals appearance in 2022.