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DLR3 Projection

Darrell Jackson Jr.

Florida State · ACC ·
#89
Overall Rank
#8
Pos Rank
70
Composite
RAS
Height
6'5 4/8"
Weight
315 lbs
40-yd Dash
Vertical
Broad Jump
3-Cone
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Athletic Profile
Pass RushRun DefensePowerTechniqueMotorAthleticism
Percentile Rankings
Pass Rush
75GREAT
Run Defense
78GREAT
Power
80GREAT
Technique
70GOOD
Motor
73GOOD
Athleticism
65GOOD
Grade Breakdown
Composite Grade
70
Floor Grade
62
Player Comparison
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Historical comp based on athletic profile and production
Executive Summary

Darrell Jackson Jr. projects as a mid-round defensive tackle with NFL-ready size and gap discipline that will appeal to zone-heavy run-defense schemes. His defining trait is positional versatility and assignment reliability rather than explosive athleticism, making him a steady two-down contributor. Teams seeking a foundational piece in the interior will appreciate his consistency, though he lacks the disruptive ceiling of higher-round options.

⚠ Risk Factors

His limited athletic testing metrics and hand placement inconsistency suggest a ceiling as a rotational starter rather than franchise anchor, particularly if matched against mobile offensive lines. Competition level at FSU and durability questions from a recent soft-tissue injury history warrant medical evaluation before committing premium draft capital.

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