Jaylen Mahoney

Jaylen Elijah Mahoney (born November 19, 2000) is an American professional football safety. He played college football for the Vanderbilt Commodores.

College career During Mahoney's five-year collegiate career from 2019 to 2023, he appeared in 54 games, where he notched 247 tackles with 17 being for a loss, four sacks, 18 pass deflections, four interceptions, a forced fumble, and four fumble recoveries.

Professional career

San Francisco 49ers After not being selected in the 2024 NFL draft, Mahoney signed with the San Francisco 49ers as an undrafted free agent. On August 27, 2024, Mahoney was released during final roster cuts but signed to the team's practice squad the following day. On September 28, Mahoney was elevated to the team's active roster ahead of their week four matchup versus the New England Patriots.

Mahoney signed a reserve/future contract with San Francisco on January 6, 2025. On July 31, Mahoney was waived by the 49ers. Four days later, Mahoney was re-signed by the 49ers. He was waived on August 26 as part of final roster cuts. On September 24, Mahoney signed with the 49ers' practice squad. On October 8, he was released by the 49ers.

New York Jets On December 16, 2025, Mahoney was signed to the New York Jets' practice squad.

Orlando Storm On January 14, 2026, Mahoney was selected by the Orlando Storm in the 2026 UFL Draft.

Philadelphia Eagles On August 24, 2026, Mahoney was signed by the Philadelphia Eagles. He was waived on August 30.