Jack Gibbens

Jack Gibbens's Biography

Jack Gibbens is an accomplished professional American football player, born on November 24, 1998, in Bulverde, Texas. His exceptional gridiron skills have seen him rise from a standout college performer to a committed linebacker for the Tennessee Titans of the National Football League (NFL). This quintessential journey of perseverance and resilience, from high school to the apex of professional American football, is punctuated with numerous milestones that have defined Gibbens’s illustrious career.

In his formative years, Gibbens honed his skills at Smithson Valley High School in Texas. Upon graduation in 2017, he moved on to Abilene Christian University where he began his college football career. His assertive playing style and adept technical knowledge saw him make remarkable contributions to his team from 2017 to 2020.

In his first year at Abilene Christian, Jack played in ten games as a linebacker securing 27 tackles and a coveted interception. His undeterred commitment and ability to seize game-changing opportunities saw him feature in all 11 matches the subsequent year. During this period, he impressively totaled 78 tackles, placing himself within the top fifty in the FCS for tackles-per-game. As a junior in 2019, his contributions were entirely remarkable, boasting 104 tackles, 2.5 sacks, and two interceptions.

However, it was in 2020, as a senior, despite playing in only six games, Gibbens demonstrated his inherent ability to seize the initiative with 49 tackles to his credit. It was a display of unmatched grit and sheer determination that resulted in significant recognition within the football fraternity.

Having demonstrated his prowess at Abilene Christian, Jack transferred to the University of Minnesota, eying the last year of his eligibility. As a fifth-year senior in 2021, he justified his decision with an exceptional record – topping his team with an impressive 92 tackles, breaking up three passes and forcing a fumble. The grandeur of his talent was remarkably underscored as he started all 13 games of that season.

The subsequent year, although disappointingly overlooked in the 2022 NFL draft, Jack’s tremendous tenacity saw him secure a spot in the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted free agent. His “never say die” attitude, surmised in his nickname “Dr. Gibby”, instantly won the hearts of many, making him a fan favorite during the preseason.

Despite being released at the final roster cuts and not initially re-signed to the practice squad, Jack Gibbens remained steadfast. He capitalized on a trial opportunity presented by the Atlanta Falcons during his tenure as a free agent in early September. Eventually, his prodigious skills saw him signed to the Titans practice squad on September 12.

Later in the year, Jack was promoted to the Titans’ active roster, making his much-anticipated NFL debut in a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. He appeared on 25 snaps and significantly recorded eight total tackles, one pass deflection and his first career interception, albeit in a loss against the Houston Texas. In the following week, against the Dallas Cowboys, Jack made his first career start and appeared on all 80 defensive snaps, recording another ten tackles. By the end of the season, he had participated in five NFL games and totaled 28 tackles, an interception and one pass deflection.

By 2023, Jack’s dedication and hard work had earned him a spot on the Titans’ final roster. He played in 14 games, 13 of which he started, finishing second on the team with a commendable 95 tackles. On March 13, 2024, in a move of faith and recognition, the Titans presented an exclusive rights tender to Gibbens. A testament to his commitment to the Titans, Jack eagerly put pen to paper, signing the tender the very next day.