ATHENS, Ga. — Former Georgia All-American linebacker and current staff member Jarvis Jones is spreading his wings and taking flight—this time as a head coach. After several years on the Bulldogs’ support staff, Jones is departing Athens to take on his first head coaching role, marking a major milestone in his post-playing career.
Jones, a two-time All-American during his standout years at Georgia (2011–2012), returned to the program in 2019 as a student assistant and had served in a variety of off-field roles under head coach Kirby Smart. Known for his leadership, energy, and deep understanding of the game, he quickly became a respected figure among players and staff.
Now, he’s stepping into the top job, ready to lead his own program. While the specific school has yet to make a formal announcement, sources close to the situation confirm that Jones will be heading to a Division II program with a history of developing young talent.
His departure marks the latest move in what has been a season of staff changes across the college football landscape. For Georgia, losing a figure like Jones—who not only contributed as a coach but also as a mentor and recruiter—will certainly leave a gap.
Still, many in Bulldog Nation are