Jackson Ruess
Junior offensive lineman on Ball State's 2026 roster. No game stats recorded yet.
6′4″ · 302 lb · Crown Point HS
The story
Junior offensive lineman on Ball State's 2026 roster. No game stats recorded yet.
The record fills in as he plays.
Awards
Jackson Ruess plays offensive line for Ball State.
Offensive line play doesn't show up in a box score. Here's what actually tells you whether he's good.
The unit he anchors ranks 101st nationally in stuff rate allowed this season. See the full unit breakdown →
Ball State has produced 6 All-Conference offensive linemen. 1 has gone on to the NFL Draft since 2020. Danny Pinter went on to the NFL out of this room (2020).
Background
2024 (R-Fr.): Did not see game action in 2024. 2023 (Fr.): Saw no action and earned a redshirt for the 2023 season. HIGH SCHOOL: Went to Crown Point High School where he earned a varsity letter all four years in wrestling and football … for the wrestling-powerhouse Bulldogs, he was a state team…