University of Nevada Las Vegas

A three-star prospect according to 247Sports, which listed him as the No. 172 running back in the nation and No. 49 overall recruit from the Show-Me State.

HIGH SCHOOL: An expected 2023 graduate of Park Hill South HS in Kansas City, MO … Lettered three years for coach Andy Sims and led the Trojans to a 21-13 record during his three years on varsity … Named 2022 all-district after racking up 1,666 total yards (1,394 rushing, 272 receiving) and 13 touchdowns … Named first team all-conference for three consecutive seasons (2020-2022) ... Nabbed a 2022 Children Mercy Performance of the Week … Member of the 2022 All-Metro Team … A 2022 UC 300 Elite Underclassmen MVP … Totaled 2,476 all-purpose yards and 25 touchdowns during his prep career.

PERSONAL: Darrien Michael Jones was born in Overland Park, KS … Son of Malina Bey and Tracy Jones … Majoring in business marketing.