Jamonta Waller earns Mr. Football honors

Jamonta Waller is turning into a household name, even outside the state of Mississippi. On Tuesday, the Mississippi star was recognized as one of the best football players in the state, winning the 6A Mr. Football award.

There is no secret as to why Waller was awarded with Mississippi’s top individual honor for high

school football players. The 6-foot-2, 22-pound Picayune Maroon Tide athlete was a force on both sides of the ball. It was on defense where Waller shined the brightest. In his senior season he recorded 56 total tackles including 9 sacks, 19 total tackles for loss, two forced fumbles, and a blocked punt. Waller will continue his academic and athletic career at Auburn University starting next spring.