Grady Jarrett (born April 28, 1993) is an American football defensive end for the National Football League’s Atlanta Falcons (NFL). He attended Clemson University and played football there.
Jarrett went to Rockdale County High School in Conyers, Georgia, and was twice named All-State. Over the final two years, he has 198 tackles, 63 tackles for loss, and 27.5 sacks as a four-year starter on both sides of the ball. As a senior, he was a three-time All-Region selection on defense and second-team All-Region on offense, as well as the team’s top defensive player three times after compiling 101 tackles (31.5 for a loss) and nine sacks.
In addition, Jarrett wrestled for the school, finishing fourth in the state as a junior and winning the state heavyweight title as a senior. Jarrett, a standout in track and field, won the state shot and put the title as a senior with a throw of 15.46 meters (50-6).
Rivals.com classified Jarrett as a three-star recruit. Scout.com ranked him as the 41st-best defensive lineman in the country. He is committed to playing collegiate football at Clemson University.
Where did Grady Jarrett go to college? Did Grady Jarrett play college football?
Jarrett attended Clemson University from 2011 until 2014. He played in nine games as a true freshman, recording two tackles. Jarrett started 11 of 13 games as a sophomore.
