PHOTO GALLERY: Hickman offensive tackle Jon Jennings sticks with football

October 26, 2012 | 6:00 a.m. CDT

Hickman offensive tackle Jon Jennings, known by his team as "Big Jon" for his 6-foot-8-inch, 400-pound frame, had previously quit the football team, but this year he has stuck with it with the support of his teammates.

Jon Jennings, left, tackles Seth Beasley during practice Wednesday at Hickman High School. Jennings is a senior offensive lineman who had previously quit the team but has stayed with it this year. | Bridget Murphy

Jon Jennings, right, stands next to Ben Smith, assistant coach for the Hickman football team, during practice. Jennings got more playing time as the season progressed. | Bridget Murphy

Jon Jennings, senior offensive lineman for Hickman, talks with teammates on the sideline of practice at Hickman on Wednesday. Coaches and teammates call Jennings "Big Jon." | Bridget Murphy

Jon Jennings, right, stands taller than most of his teammates on the sideline at Hickman football practice. Jennings is 6 feet 8 inches tall and weighs 400 pounds. | Bridget Murphy