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1:06Notable offensive players to watch for Arkansas in 2024
Draft Scouting Report
Rating: 70.35 (Roster depth)
Pro Comparison: Chris Warren
Summary
Ja'Quinden Jackson is a tall, thick running back with a frame resembling a small tight end. Despite his naturally high running style, he makes high-caliber cuts to find daylight. While his speed and explosiveness are concerns, he’s reasonably fluid once he receives the hand-off, though he lacks burst through the second or third levels.
Jackson’s vision stands out, particularly between the tackles, as he can quickly throttle down and hit lanes faster than his athleticism suggests. He’s effective in both zone-blocking and power runs, best utilized as a one-cut slasher. While not a major tackle-breaker due to his high center of gravity, he can still churn out yards with a clear runway. Though he hasn’t been productive in the receiving game, Jackson is a solid pass-blocker, showing the ability to stone linebackers and blitzers with his vision and size. He’s a uniquely built running back with NFL-caliber skills, though he may not be for everyone.
About
- 2024 (at Arkansas): First player to rush for 15 touchdowns in a season since RB Alex Collins (20) in 2015
- Converted quarterback from Utah who played past two seasons at Arkansas
Strengths
- Big, physical runner with a frame reminiscent of a small tight end
- Impressive vision between the tackles, especially on zone and power runs
- Reliable as a pass-blocker with good recognition and size to stone blitzers
Weaknesses
- Lacks explosiveness and burst, limiting his ability to break away
- Struggles to make defenders miss due to high running style and limited lateral agility
- Hasn’t been productive as a receiving threat, limiting his versatility
Combine Data
- Vertical jump: 32 inches
- 20-yard shuttle run: 4.36 seconds
- Broad jump: 9 feet, 11 inches
- 3-cone drill: 7.19 seconds
Top Ja'Quinden Jackson News
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Jaguars' Ja'Quinden Jackson: Another RB set to join Jags
Jackson signed with the Jaguars as an undrafted free agent.
The Jaguars drafted two running backs -- Bhayshul Tuten and LeQuint Allen -- and will add Jackson to a room that already has Travis Etienne and Tank Bigsby. Jackson's a big back (6-foot-2, 236 pounds) that lacks speed (4.75 40-yard dash), but he led Arkansas with 790 yards and 15 touchdowns on 149 carries (5.3 YPC) in 2024. He faces stiff competition to earn a roster spot.
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Player Bio
| HT/WT: 6-2, 229 lbs |
| Birthplace: Dallas, TX |
| Class: Senior |
