Zierlein had Trishton Jackson rated as a 5th round prospect- NFL.com bio
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TRISHTON JACKSON WR
Prospect Info
COLLEGE
Syracuse
HOMETOWN
West Bloomfield, MI
CLASS
r-Junior
HEIGHT
6' 1"
WEIGHT
197 lbs
ARMS
32 3/8”
HANDS
9 3/4”
Prospect Grade
6.00
DEVELOPMENTAL TRAITS-BASED PROSPECT
Combine Results
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40 Yard Dash
4.5u SECONDS
Vertical Jump
36.0 INCHES
Broad Jump
117.0 INCHES
COMBINE
Trishton Jackson runs official 4.50 second 40-yard dash at 2020 combine
Player Bio
A West Bloomfield, Michigan, native, Jackson signed with Michigan State after starring as a dual-threat quarterback and two-time all-state basketball player. He played in nine games as a reserve as a true freshman in 2016 (five receptions, 89 yards, 17.8 average, one touchdown) and then started four of 12 games played in 2017 (12 receptions, 143 yards, 11.9 average) before deciding to transfer after losing time to younger players. Jackson joined Syracuse before the 2018 season and sat out the regular season due to NCAA transfer regulations. A new rule allowed him to participate in bowl practices and the game, however, when he caught three passes for 27 yards and a score. Jackson became the Orange's top receiving threat in 2019, covering 1,023 yards and scoring 11 times on 66 receptions (15.5 per) in 12 games (11 starts) to earn second-team All-ACC recognition. His high school coach (Ron Bellamy) and family friend (Braylon Edwards) played receiver at Michigan, while his brother, Obbie, was a defensive back at Western Michigan.
Analysis
By Lance Zierlein
NFL Analyst
Draft Projection
Round 5
NFL Comparison
Paul Richardson
Overview
Developmental, finesse receiver with highly threatening speed as a field-stretching Z. Jackson is a one-year wonder whose 2019 season is quite impressive considering the many raw and underdeveloped elements of his play. Vertical separation isn't a problem, but winning 50/50 balls is. He struggles to track and adjust to throws when forced to break stride and has difficulties finishing contested catches against bigger cornerbacks. The ball skills and instincts need to get better, but better deep ball accuracy and more varied usage as a pro could unlock additional potential and make him an intriguing middle route option.
Strengths
Eats up cushion before cornerbacks realize it
Glides and separates vertically
Deep touchdowns turned into underthrown incompletions
Forces defensive penalties with his speed
Offers intriguing mismatch potential as vertical slot
Accelerates and gains ground on in-breaking turns
Had five games over 100 yards receiving in 2019
Should offer catch-and-run potential on crossing routes
Slippery hips to elude first responder after the catch
Substantial improvement possible with coaching
Weaknesses
Limited game experience prior to 2019
Groundhog Day release needs more variety
Lacks play strength to combat big, press bullies
Not many branches on the route tree
Climbs past cornerbacks but doesn't stack effectively
Allows defenders the freedom to crowd his air space
Below-average tracking and working back to the ball
Poor awareness of the sideline
TRISHTON JACKSON WR
Prospect Info
COLLEGE
Syracuse
HOMETOWN
West Bloomfield, MI
CLASS
r-Junior
HEIGHT
6' 1"
WEIGHT
197 lbs
ARMS
32 3/8”
HANDS
9 3/4”
Prospect Grade
6.00
DEVELOPMENTAL TRAITS-BASED PROSPECT
Combine Results
u-unofficial
40 Yard Dash
4.5u SECONDS
Vertical Jump
36.0 INCHES
Broad Jump
117.0 INCHES
COMBINE
Trishton Jackson runs official 4.50 second 40-yard dash at 2020 combine
Player Bio
A West Bloomfield, Michigan, native, Jackson signed with Michigan State after starring as a dual-threat quarterback and two-time all-state basketball player. He played in nine games as a reserve as a true freshman in 2016 (five receptions, 89 yards, 17.8 average, one touchdown) and then started four of 12 games played in 2017 (12 receptions, 143 yards, 11.9 average) before deciding to transfer after losing time to younger players. Jackson joined Syracuse before the 2018 season and sat out the regular season due to NCAA transfer regulations. A new rule allowed him to participate in bowl practices and the game, however, when he caught three passes for 27 yards and a score. Jackson became the Orange's top receiving threat in 2019, covering 1,023 yards and scoring 11 times on 66 receptions (15.5 per) in 12 games (11 starts) to earn second-team All-ACC recognition. His high school coach (Ron Bellamy) and family friend (Braylon Edwards) played receiver at Michigan, while his brother, Obbie, was a defensive back at Western Michigan.
Analysis
By Lance Zierlein
NFL Analyst
Draft Projection
Round 5
NFL Comparison
Paul Richardson
Overview
Developmental, finesse receiver with highly threatening speed as a field-stretching Z. Jackson is a one-year wonder whose 2019 season is quite impressive considering the many raw and underdeveloped elements of his play. Vertical separation isn't a problem, but winning 50/50 balls is. He struggles to track and adjust to throws when forced to break stride and has difficulties finishing contested catches against bigger cornerbacks. The ball skills and instincts need to get better, but better deep ball accuracy and more varied usage as a pro could unlock additional potential and make him an intriguing middle route option.
Strengths
Eats up cushion before cornerbacks realize it
Glides and separates vertically
Deep touchdowns turned into underthrown incompletions
Forces defensive penalties with his speed
Offers intriguing mismatch potential as vertical slot
Accelerates and gains ground on in-breaking turns
Had five games over 100 yards receiving in 2019
Should offer catch-and-run potential on crossing routes
Slippery hips to elude first responder after the catch
Substantial improvement possible with coaching
Weaknesses
Limited game experience prior to 2019
Groundhog Day release needs more variety
Lacks play strength to combat big, press bullies
Not many branches on the route tree
Climbs past cornerbacks but doesn't stack effectively
Allows defenders the freedom to crowd his air space
Below-average tracking and working back to the ball
Poor awareness of the sideline
