Quick Info
| Profession | American football linebacker |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 06/09/2002 |
| Age | 24 years |
| Birthplace | Hastings, Minnesota, USA |
Latest News about Jacob Rodriguez
30/09/2026
Rodriguez began contributing as a rookie for the Miami Dolphins in the 2026 season after being drafted 43rd overall. Team and league profiles listed him as a linebacker out of Texas Tech, confirming his transition into the professional ranks.
25/04/2026
The Miami Dolphins selected Jacob Rodriguez with the 43rd overall pick in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft. He entered the NFL after a standout college career at Texas Tech, where he developed into one of the top linebacker prospects in the class.
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Bio/Wiki
| Known For | Professional NFL linebacker for the Miami Dolphins |
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| College | Virginia Cavaliers; Texas Tech Red Raiders |
| Draft | Selected by the Miami Dolphins in the 2026 NFL Draft |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 1 in |
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| Weight | 235 lbs |
| Position | Linebacker |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | Texas Tech University |
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Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Spouse | Emma |
Relationships & More
| Spouse | Emma |
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Family
| Parents | Joe and Ann |
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| Siblings | Youngest of five children |
Career
| High School | S.H. Rider High School, Wichita Falls |
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| College Career | Played quarterback at Virginia before transitioning to linebacker at Texas Tech; became a standout defender and award winner. |
| Professional Career | Miami Dolphins linebacker |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Born in Hastings, Minnesota, and moved to Wichita Falls, Texas, at age 10. | |
| 2. Originally played quarterback and later switched to linebacker. | |
| 3. Won major college football awards including the Bednarik, Lombardi, Nagurski, and Butkus awards. | |
| 4. His wife, Emma, is a U.S. Army Black Hawk pilot. |