Jaylin Lane is a 5-foot-10, 196-pound wide receiver from Clover, South Carolina, who played for the Virginia Tech Hokies during the 2024 college football season. In his senior year, Lane started 11 of the 12 games he appeared in, recording 38 receptions for 466 yards and 2 touchdowns, averaging 12.3 yards per catch. He also contributed on the ground with 18 rushing attempts for 216 yards and 2 touchdowns, showcasing his versatility. Notably, Lane had a standout performance against Old Dominion, catching 7 passes for 106 yards and a touchdown, earning ACC Receiver of the Week honors. Additionally, he excelled in special teams, returning 24 punts for 245 yards, including a 58-yard touchdown return against Marshall. Lane finished the season with 848 all-purpose yards and five total touchdowns, earning All-ACC Third Team honors as a return specialist .
Prior to transferring to Virginia Tech, Lane played at Middle Tennessee State, where he was a key contributor to the Blue Raiders' offense. Over his collegiate career, he accumulated 169 receptions for 2,408 yards and 17 touchdowns, playing in 48 games with 35 career starts. Lane declared for the 2025 NFL Draft following the 2024 season. Known for his straight-line speed and ability to elude defenders, he excels in finding soft spots in zone coverage and making plays after the catch. Despite needing to refine his route running and footwork to improve his performance
