IDL 8
Darrell Jackson Jr.
Florida State
Height: 6'5 5/8"
Weight: 315 lbs
Class: Senior
Report by:
Dan Essien
Measurables
Physical
Height
6'5 5/8"
Weight
315 lbs
Arm Length
34 3/4 in
Hand Size
11 in
Traits
multi
Rare Size
Trait Prototype: Jordan Davis
multi
Bulldozer
Trait Prototype: Fletcher Cox
Summary
Strengths
Long arms and heavy strikes stun blockers in place.
Able to turn and chase laterally against zone runs without giving up any ground.
Strong enough to reach with one arm through blocks and slow down or capture ball carriers.
Does a good job getting his hands up as a pass rusher to disrupt passing lanes.
Weaknesses
At times he stands straight up when moving laterally.
Not very athletic.
Limited impact on extended plays.
Lacks pass rush plan and skill.
Final Report
Darrell Jackson Jr. is mountain of a human being at IDL out of Florida State. Jackson is massive at nearly 6'6" and 315 lbs with 94th percentile arms length. In 2025, Jackson had 1 sack, 3 tackles, for loss, and 45 total tackles. Jackson is a great space eater against the run. Against double teams, Jackson is difficult to move. He's able to absorb contact and maintain his gap. Taking a beat longer to try and move him on combo blocks allows linebackers behind him to flow with more ease. Against single blocks, Jackson is consistently great at stacking and shedding towards the ball carrier. He even shows good ability against zone runs, turning sideways while engaged and chasing laterally without giving up ground. Jackson would be a useful piece in any scheme. He can play 3-4 nose or 4-3 1-technique. He'll probably come off the field on obvious passing downs. Jackson is a early day 3 pick.