Up Close: Jadon Wagner

Take a closer look at BYU senior linebacker Jadon Wagner.

Nickname: JD, DD, double, Wags, J-Swag, Jody
Favorite cold cereal: Raisin Bran
Why did I choose to play football over other sports: I like contact and Mum wouldn’t let me play hockey.
Before a football game, I: Clear my mind and have fun.
How did I spend my off-season: Golfing and training.
What I want to be doing 20 years from now:  Playing Golf !
If I could play another position, what would it be:  Safety.
One place I would like to visit:  Travel Europe.
Who has had the greatest influence on my football career and why:  Those who doubted.
How did I select my jersey number: It was mostly random.
What is my favorite hobby or activity away from football: Golf.
If I had to give up all my possessions except one, what would be the one thing I kept and why: My iPhone.
If I were on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire,” the person I’d call for my lifeline is:  My Bro. in Law Nate Watson.
People say I look like: Lieve Schreiber (sabertooth X-men).
My favorite professor or most interesting class I’ve taken at BYU:  Dr. Robinson (advertising).
My favorite scripture: Enos, verse 27
What is the best book I’ve ever read:  Standing for Something
On game day my friends and relatives: are living their lives.
My advice to youngsters: Think Big.
One rule I’d change in college football is: No roughing the passer.
If I could invite any people to dinner, who would they be: Cousin Rob, Uncle Bob, my brother Aaron.