Jimmy graduated from LSU in 1989 with a Double Major in Psychology and Broadcast Journalism. He started his career behind the microphone at KLSU student radio from 1985-1989 where he was Chief Announcer and instrumental in starting the popular “Groovin’ on the Grounds” on campus live music event. Ott has been a sports radio personality in Baton Rouge since 1990. Since 2022 he’s been National Content Manager for Bet Rivers.