29 days until kickoff: Three fun facts about CB Jayden Dunlap (No. 29) who excels on and off the field

The redshirt senior cornerback is preparing for his third and final season of BYU football. He's also preparing for life after football by prioritizing his education.
Nov 23, 2024; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Brigham Young Cougars cornerback Jayden Dunlap (29) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Nov 23, 2024; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Brigham Young Cougars cornerback Jayden Dunlap (29) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Fun fact No. 1 - He has a sweet BYU graduation announcement

As aa redshirt senior, Jayden Dunlap has been a student-athlete for a while now. He's one of those wise, long-term thinkers who not only prioritized excelling on the football field, but also in the classroom. Based on posts from Jayden's X account, it looks like he has graduated from Brigham Young University. His player profile on BYU's team website lists his major as Communications.

Congratulations, Jayden. As a BYU graduate myself, I can tell you this is major accomplishment will serve you well for the rest of your life.

Fun fact No. 2 - He was a junior college transfer to BYU

Dunlap joined BYU's football team before the 2023 season as a relatively unheralded junior college transfer. Prior to Provo he played at Cerritos College in California. He was rated a three-star, 83 overall transfer prospect by 247 Sports.

The 6-foot-0, 185-pound cornerback appeared in three games for the Cougars in 2023 with one tackle. Last year he did his part helping the team go 11-2 by playing in six games, recording one tackle.

Fun fact No. 3 - He could be an important depth piece in 2025

While Evan Johnson, Mory Bamba, and Jonathan Kabeya are the presumed starters at corner this year, every team needs depth at one of the most important positions on the field. As he prepares for his final season of college football, Jayden Dunlap is primed to be one of the key depth pieces on BYU's two-deep depth chart, likely backing up Jonathan Kabeya at the nickle spot.

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