David Blay Jr. (born January 28, 2003) is an American professional football defensive tackle for the Green Bay Packers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs, Miami Hurricanes, and West Chester Golden Rams.
Early life Blay Jr. attended Harry S Truman High School in Levittown, Pennsylvania, and committed to play college football for the West Chester Golden Rams.
College career West Chester In two seasons at West Chester from 2021 and 2022, Blay Jr. redshirted, while recording 39 tackles with 13 being for a loss, and five sacks. After the 2022 season, he entered the NCAA transfer portal.
Louisiana Tech Blay Jr. committed to play for the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs. In 2023, he made 16 tackles in ten games played. Blay Jr. had a breakout season in 2024, notching 46 tackles with 10.5 going for a loss, and six and a half sacks. After the 2024 season, he once again entered the NCAA transfer portal.
Miami Blay Jr. transferred to play for the Miami Hurricanes. In 2025, he notched 28 tackles as he helped the Hurricanes reach the National Tittle Game.
Professional career
New England Patriots After not being selected in the 2026 NFL draft, Blay Jr. signed with the New England Patriots as an undrafted free agent. He was released by the Patriots on August 7.
Philadelphia Eagles On August 11, 2026, Blay Jr. signed with the Philadelphia Eagles. He was waived on August 30.
Green Bay Packers On September 30, 2026, Blay Jr. was signed to the Green Bay Packers' practice squad.
References
External links Green Bay Packers bio West Chester Golden Rams bio Louisiana Tech Bulldogs bio Miami Hurricanes bio