Jayden Virgin-Morgan showcases defensive skills ahead of 2027 NFL Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 7:55 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Boise State edge rusher Jayden Virgin-Morgan is a notable prospect entering the 2026 season. Standing 6-foot-3 and weighing 260 pounds, he has started 28 games in the past two seasons. Virgin-Morgan has accumulated 128 career tackles, including 30.5 tackles for loss and 16.0 sacks. While his pass-rushing statistics are impressive, his film suggests he excels in run defense and versatile defensive assignments. He will be a player to watch this summer as teams begin preparation for the upcoming NFL Draft.
- •Virgin-Morgan is a redshirt senior and two-time All-Mountain West selection.
- •He has recorded 56 tackles in 2025, with six sacks.
- •His understanding of assignments allows him to excel in multiple roles.
- •He consistently wraps up opponents as a reliable tackler.
- •Virgin-Morgan's versatility makes him a valuable prospect for NFL teams.
- 7:55 PMYahoo Sports — 2027 NFL Draft Summer Report: Jayden Virgin-Morgan, edge, Boise State
"Boise State EDGE Jayden Virgin-Morgan enters 2026 as one of the most productive and reliable defenders in the Group of Five.
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