Jerrion Ealy


Jerrion Zawasky Ealy is an American football running back for the Ole Miss Rebels.

Early years

Ealy attended Jackson Preparatory School in Flowood, Mississippi. During his career, he rushed for over 5,000 yards with 84 touchdowns. He was the MVP of the 2019 Under Armour All-American Game after rushing for a game record 116 yards and two touchdowns. A five-star recruit, Ealy committed to play college football and college baseball at the University of Mississippi.
Also a top baseball recruit, Ealy played in the 2018 Under Armour All-America Baseball Game. He was drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the 31st round of the 2019 Major League Baseball Draft, but did not sign and attended Ole Miss.

College career

As a true freshman in football at Ole Miss in 2019, Ealy played in all 12 games. Against Southeastern Louisiana, he set a school record for all-purpose yards in a game with 273. Overall he rushed for 722 yards over 104 carries with eight total touchdowns. As a freshman baseball player in 2020, Ealy played in 13 games before the season was suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic.