Born and raised Philadelphia Pa, Jaelen Strong played all state football wide receiver at West Catholic High in Philadelphia. After becoming the 2010 Football State Champion for West Catholic High, Jaelen attended Junior College at Pierce College in Woodland Hills, CA. He was committed to Arizona State after drawing in more than 20 D1 offers in 2012.

After being one of the all-time top five wide receivers to play at ASU, Jaelen was drafted by Houston Texans in 2015. He played five seasons with Houston Texans, Jacksonville Jaguars and Cleveland Browns before injuries would took a toll on his body.

Retired and now coaching in the very place that made him feel at home, Arizona, Jaelen spends his time teaching the game to his students in ways they can translate to off-field endeavors as well.