2026 NFL Draft: Jets 4th-round pick DT Darrell Jackson Jr. highlights
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The New York Jets continued addressing their defensive line in the 2026 NFL Draft when they selected Florida State defensive tackle Darrell Jackson Jr. with the 103rd pick (fourth round). Jackson will be joining a defensive line rotation where fellow draftee in Texas Tech edge defender David Bailey will also be looking to make his stake on the football field next season.
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"Jackson was the anchor of of Florida State's defensive line even if his production did not directly show up on the stat sheet. An imposing player with his size, he displays the strength to walk blockers back into the pocket," Scouts Inc. wrote in part of its scouting report on Jackson.
With that being said, here are some of Jackson's highlights for Jets fans to familiarize themselves with prior to training camp:
Darrell Jackson Jr
— Omari (@OmariiBrown) April 25, 2026
6’5” 330 lbs
Strengths ✅:
➕Rare size and length
➕Power at the point of attack l
➕Pocket collapsing ability
➕Alignment versatility(0-4i)
Areas for improvement🚧:
➖Consistent Pad Level
➖Pass rush plan
#10 DT in my positional rankings
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