WATCH: Former Texas DE talks about his performance at the Tropical Bowl

Jones continues to build up his draft stock.

Former Texas defensive end Jacoby Jones was able to showcase his ability in front of professional scouts at the Tropical Bowl in Orlando, Fla.

The game features all-stars from all over the country and gives guys an opportunity to improve their games and boost their draft stock.

Jones talked about his performance and what his future holds after the game.

The 2021 season did not go as hoped for Jones as a foot injury in the Red River Shootout against Oklahoma cost him most of his senior season.

Losing Jones was a major blow for the Texas defense. The Horns went 0-5 and gave up 37.1 points per game while Jones was sidelined.

He finished his Texas career with 63 total tackles, two sacks and one forced fumble in three seasons.

Jones will continue to develop his game in hopes to further his career at the professional level.

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Michigan State football QB Anthony Russo wins Tropical Bowl MVP

Anthony Russo went off in the Tropical Bowl

Anthony Russo transferred to Michigan State from Temple prior to the 2021 football season. Russo was the presumable favorite to win the starting job, but ultimately lost the battle in training camp to Payton Thorne. Russo didn’t take the backup role lightly and made sure to provide a strong veteran presence in the QB room for the offense.

Following the conclusion of the season, Russo was invited to participate in the Tropical Bowl, an exposure all-star game event for collegiate seniors to showcase their skills in front of NFL, CFL, XFL and USFL professional scouts in hopes to continue playing at the next level.

At the conclusion of the showcase week, Russo was given the honor as the game’s overall MVP.

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MSU QB Anthony Russo to play in the Tropical Bowl

Michigan State backup quarterback Anthony Russo will play in the upcoming Tropical Bowl

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Michigan State backup quarterback Anthony Russo will play in the upcoming Tropical Bowl.

Russo will be one of four quarterbacks on the America Team in this exhibition matchup to help bolster his NFL stock. The game is scheduled for Jan. 15 from Camping World Stadium in Orlando.

Russo appeared in three games this year for the Spartans, completing 7-of-9 pass attempts for 43 yards. He transferred to Michigan State last offseason from Temple and competed with Payton Thorne for the starting quarterback spot leading into the 2021 season.

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