Jah Joyner (born July 30, 2001) is an American professional football defensive end. He played college football for the Minnesota Golden Gophers.
Early life Joyner attended Danbury High School in Danbury, Connecticut. He had 13 sacks as a senior and 11 as a junior. He originally committed to play college football at Boston College University before changing to the University of Minnesota.Danbury DE Joyner excited about commitment to Boston CollegeDanbury’s Joyner signs for the University of Minnesota
College career Joyner played in four games and had one sack his first two years at Minnesota and redshirted. As a redshirt sophomore in 2022, he played in 13 games and had 15 tackles and 1.5 sacks.Gophers breakout candidate Jah Joyner could be pass rush threat P.J. Fleck needs As a redshirt junior in 2023, he played in all 13 games with one start and had 18 tackles and 7.5 sacks.Gophers football: Ski-U-Jah! Minnesota celebrates breakout play of Jah Joyner Joyner returned to Minnesota in 2024.Gophers’ top sparring partners: Left tackle Aireontae Ersery vs. edge rusher Jah Joyner
Professional career
Las Vegas Raiders On May 9, 2025, Joyner signed with the Las Vegas Raiders as an undrafted free agent after going unselected in the 2025 NFL draft. He was waived by the Raiders on August 25.
Dallas Renegades On January 13, 2026, Joyner was selected by the Dallas Renegades in the 2026 UFL Draft. He was released on March 19.
Houston Gamblers On March 20, 2026, Joyner was claimed by the Houston Gamblers. He appeared in all ten games of the 2026 season for the Gamblers (eight starts), recording 28 total tackles (six for loss), one pass deflection, and half a sack.
San Francisco 49ers On August 27, 2026, Joyner was signed by the San Francisco 49ers. He was waived three days later as part of final roster cuts.
References
External links Minnesota Golden Gophers bio