Jake Knott

Jake Knott (born October 24, 1990) is an American football linebacker for the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for Iowa State. He was signed by the Eagles as an undrafted free agent in 2013. He recorded a tackle and recovered an onside kick in his first NFL game.

High School
Knott attended Waukee High School in Waukee, IA where he was a three sport athlete (Football, Track, Baseball), earning all-state honors in each sport. Knott was being recruited for both football and baseball, and was listed on Rivals as a two star outside linebacker as well as the 9th best recruit in the state of Iowa. After receiving offers from numerous smaller schools, he was offered a scholarship from Iowa State. He was reportedly the first commitment under first year coach, Paul Rhoads in 2009.