Career Summary

Jaden Keller is a linebacker who played college football at Virginia Tech.

The Bristol, Tennessee native joined the New York Jets after participating in their 2026 rookie minicamp as a tryout player.

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Early Life

Keller is from Bristol, Tennessee.

Virginia Tech identifies him as the son of Mattalina Keller.

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High School

Keller played at Tennessee High School.

He played for coach Mike Mays and received second-team all-state defensive recognition in 2020.

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College Career

Keller spent five seasons with Virginia Tech.

After appearing in four games in 2021, he gained starting experience in 2022 and 2023. He led the Hokies with 83 tackles in 2024.

In his final season in 2025, he played 11 games with six starts and recorded 50 tackles, third most on the team. The Jets credit him with 181 tackles across 52 college games.

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Path to the NFL

Keller earned an NFL contract after a rookie-minicamp tryout.

He was among 31 Jets tryout players during minicamp before New York signed him on May 11, 2026.

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NFL Career

Keller remained with the Jets on their practice squad.

New York signed him to the practice squad on August 31, 2026, following the preseason.

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Career Accomplishments

Keller led Virginia Tech in tackles during the 2024 season.

His team-leading 83 tackles came across 13 games, including seven starts. He also recovered two fumbles that season.

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