Jalen Shead Season 2024
Class
Freshman
Hometown
Olive Branch, Miss.
High School
Olive Branch HS
PRIOR TO LSU
Three-star tight end prospect from Olive Branch (Miss.) High School … Earned three-stars from 247 Sports, ESPN and Rivals … Ranked as the No. 13 prospect in the state of Mississippi by 247 Sports … In addition to playing tight end, saw action at defensive end and punter at Olive Branch … In first year at tight end at Olive Branch, blocked for a pair of running backs that combined for nearly 2,500 rushing yards and 27 touchdowns … Also a receiving threat at the tight end position, much like that of former LSU standout Thaddeus Moss … Also played basketball high school and didn’t compete in varsity football until his junior year.