J. J. Weaver

J. J. Weaver is an American professional football outside linebacker. He played college football for the Kentucky Wildcats.

Early life

Weaver grew up in Fort Lauderdale, Florida before moving to Louisville, Kentucky before starting high school. He attended Moore Traditional School. As a senior, he had 70 tackles with 10 sacks and three interceptions. Weaver committed to play college football at Kentucky over offers from Louisville, Miami, and Purdue.

College career

Weaver played in three games during his true freshman season and maintained a redshirt. He had 33 tackles with 6.5 tackles for loss during his redshirt freshman year. Weaver tore his ACL in Kentucky's game against Florida and missed the rest of the season. He returned the next season and had 33 tackles with 10.5 tackles for loss and led the Wildcats with 6.5 sacks.

Professional career

Weaver signed with the Carolina Panthers as an undrafted free agent on July 25, 2025. He was waived on August 25.

Personal life

Weaver was born with six fingers on his right hand.