One of the most beloved former athletes in LSU history, Jacob Hester joined 104.5 ESPN Baton Rouge in 2018 and “Off the Bench” in 2020. Hester was a running back on the 2007 national championship team and played five NFL seasons with San Diego and Denver. His on-field experience and broadcasting chops have made him a star in sports media. Hester is also a host across multiple shows on Sirius/XM.  Jacob and his wife Katie have five children and reside in Baton Rouge.