Florida State linebacker Chris Jones named breakout candidate for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 8:45 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Linebacker Chris Jones, a transfer from Southern Miss, has been highlighted as a potential breakout star for Florida State in 2026. Jones, who initially committed to Ole Miss, has significant experience with 22 games and a standout 2025 season, where he led the Sun Belt with 135 tackles. Following spring practice, he is expected to play a crucial role for the Seminoles' defense. Coaches are optimistic about his ability to impact the team's performance at linebacker.
- •Jones registered 134 tackles, 9.5 tackles for loss, and 3.5 sacks in 2025.
- •He earned preseason All-ACC honors prior to the 2026 season.
- •Jones is viewed as a key addition to Florida State's defense.
- •He aims to transfer his success from the Sun Belt Conference to the ACC.
- •Coaches expect him to be a starter from the outset of the season.
- 8:45 PMYahoo Sports — FSU transfer linebacker named under the radar breakout star in 2026
"Linebacker Chris Jones was one of FSU's biggest additions in the transfer portal, and 247Sports believes he's primed to be a breakout star in 2026.
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