NFL DRAFT: Jacob Rodriguez selected in second round

PITTSBURGH, Penn. (KCBD) - After a record-setting season of forcing an unprecedented 11 turnovers and finishing fifth in the overall Heisman trophy campaign (highest-ranked defensive player), linebacker Jacob Rodriguez has been selected to play for the Miami Dolphins. He was the 43rd overall pick, taken in the second round.

Rodriguez has a historic season with the Red Raiders, forcing seven fumbles and four interceptions. He also led Tech’s defense with 128 tackles, 63 solo, and 11 for loss (26 combined yards).

The Wichita Falls-native also won the Chuck Bednarik Award, Butkus Award, Lombardi Trophy, and Bronko Nagurski Trophy. He was also voted as Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year and shared the Pony Express Award with OLB David Bailey, which is given to the best tandem in the country- regardless of position.

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