Biography

BIOGRAPHY

Willie Gay Jr. was born on February 15, 1998 in Starkville, Mississippi. He is a linebacker in the NFL.

Growing up in Starkville, Gay was a one of the best linebackers in America. Being a US All American, he helped lead his team to a Class 6A state title. As a senior, he had 83 tackles. He decided to stay near home and play at Mississippi State University. AS a freshman, he appeared in 13 games while being a back-up linebacker and on special teams. He started in 6 games the next season while recording 48 total tackles. He violated team rules his junior season, he played in only five games. He declared for the 2020 NFL draft after his junior season and was selected in the 2nd round (63rd pick) by the Kansas City Chiefs.

Gay went on to help the Chiefs win Super Bowl LVII against the Philadelphia Eagles 38-35. Gay recorded 8 tackles in the Super Bowl.