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Landon Jackson
Arkansas
HT:
6070
WT:
281
YR:
SR
POS:
ED
OVR RK
71
POS RK
CEILING POTENTIAL
13
Mid-Level Starter Potential
OVR RK
PLAYSTYLE & SCHEME FIT
Jackson is a long, powerful edge rusher with great run-defending ability and functional pass-rushing skills. His size, motor, and strength make him a prototypical base defensive end in a 4-3 scheme or a 3-4 defensive end who can slide inside on passing downs. While his lack of elite burst and flexibility caps his upside, he has the potential to be a solid starting defensive lineman with proper development. He fits best in power-based fronts where he can use his size and length to disrupt the run and provide occasional pass-rush impact.
CEILING GRADE ANALYSIS
Mid-Level Starter Potential (60-64)
A solid, dependable starter with the potential to exceed expectations. They have good athleticism and tools but may lack elite traits. While they show flashes of high-level play, they also have some notable weaknesses that must be developed. These players often need 2-3 years to establish themselves.
Primary scout:
Brandon Lundberg
KEY STRENGTHS
Elite Size & Length
Run Defense
Motor & Physicality
KEY WEAKNESSES
Pad Level & Leverage
Inconsistent Technique
Lack of Explosiveness
PLAYER COMPARISONS
Carl Nassib
Arik Armstead
Aidan Hutchinson