Jake Pope has third-most tackles among college football defensive backs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 8:25 PM
Last updated Oct 27, 2026
Jake Pope, a former Georgia Bulldogs safety, is having a standout senior season with the UNLV Rebels. He currently leads his team with 63 tackles and has three pass deflections. Pope ranks third among all defensive backs nationally in tackles, demonstrating his effectiveness as a key player. Following two productive seasons, he accumulated 80 tackles last year. UNLV's record stands at 4-3, and they are contending for the Mountain West title with just one conference loss. The Rebels are set to face Northern Illinois next on Halloween.
- •Jake Pope has 63 tackles this season for UNLV.
- •He ranks third among all defensive backs in college football.
- •UNLV is currently 4-3 and aiming for the Mountain West title.
- •Pope recorded 80 tackles in the previous season.
- •UNLV will play Northern Illinois on October 31.
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"Georgia Bulldogs transfer ranks third in the nation in tackles at his position after being a first-team all-conference pick
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