2018 Packers Second Round Pick Josh Jackson

[Maxie the Taxi]

When the choice seemed like Ward or Jackson, I favored Jackson. I'm excited about Alexander, though, as somebody with the best of both Ward and Jackson.

The best Corner year before last, and the guy I wish we had kept was Ladarius Gunter. Jackson is similar (hopefully a lot better) - heavy on instinct/light on speed.

There's that old saying, "you can never have two many good Corners". Well, the Packers are certainly pushing the limit on that. What they really need is for one or more of these guys to be a Great - not just good - Corner. Either Alexander or Jackson or Kevin King could be that ...... or they could all flounder.

You mean "founder", don't you? hahahahaha

(Sorry, you are a stickler on such things, so I couldn't resist! hahahaha)

[mraynrand]

Did you watch his highlight film? The guy's ball skills are off the charts. Amazing! He was a high-rated WR coming up.

The comparison to Sherman seems pretty accurate. He has a knack for coming off his own guy, giving help, and getting the ball. I didn't look up who Iowa played in non-conference, but suffice it to say, this guy pretty much hasn't played against an actual QB yet.

[Maxie the Taxi]

The comparison to Sherman seems pretty accurate. He has a knack for coming off his own guy, giving help, and getting the ball. I didn't look up who Iowa played in non-conference, but suffice it to say, this guy pretty much hasn't played against an actual QB yet.

I think the comparison to Sherman is not 100%. Despite what others think, Sherman can tackle. ...I've seen him do it once or twice. hahaha

[pbmax]

GBPG: https://www.packersnews.com/story/sp...cks/552404002/

AGE: 22 HT: 6-0 3/8 WT: 196 40-yard dash: 4.56 HOMETOWN: Corinth, Texas

LOWDOWN: Jackson was a ballhawk for the Hawkeyes who led the nation with eight interceptions last season. He also was tops in the country with 26 passes defensed. Two of those interceptions came against the Wisconsin Badgers and both were returned for touchdowns in the Badgers' 38-14 victory Nov. 11. Jackson also had three interceptions in an upset win over Ohio State. His long arms (31 1/8 inches) help with his ball skills. At 6-0 3/8, 196 pounds, Jackson also has the size to joust with receivers at the line of scrimmage. However, a 4.56 time in the 40-yard dash raised questions about how his speed would translate to the NFL. "Strong, smart and can jam you at the line of scrimmage with those long arms," Packers scout Alonzo Dotson said of Jackson. He came to Iowa as a wide receiver out of Lake Dallas (Texas) High School and redshirted in 2014. He moved from receiver to cornerback in the spring before the 2015 season. "It was the best thing for me. I thought I would be a better corner," Jackson said. Jackson was a backup for two seasons before his breakout season last year. He also finished 2017 with with 48 tackles, a forced fumble, and a blocked kick. He had a 38-inch vertical leap and put up 18 reps on the bench press. (Draft data via NFL.com).

QUICK TAKE: Green Bay continues revamping its secondary after taking Louisville corner Jaire Alexander in Round 1. Jackson picked off eight passes last year, though he doesn't have a ton of experience at corner. His ball skills might also make him a candidate to eventually play safety. Has drawn comparisons to Richard Sherman, though Jackson (6-0, 196) isn't as big. (Nate Davis, USA TODAY)

PRE-DRAFT ANALYSIS: In his first year as a starter, he established himself as a dominant defensive back with a Football Bowl Subdivision high of eight interceptions. Jackson's rare ball skills and aggressive mindset could make quarterbacks hesitate when deciding whether to throw his way. The NFL's more refined route runners could provide a challenge for Jackson, who only transitioned to corner from receiver in 2015, and his pedestrian 40-yard dash (4.56 seconds) at the combine might be a slight concern for some teams.

[Brandon494]

Best pick in the draft for us, this kid is going to be special. Our secondary is loaded with talent now, something Pettine will need when calling his blitz packages.

[pbmax]

Hat tip to Brandon494

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again

[red]

i'm really excited about this pick, i think its by far our best one of the draft

jackson seems to be really pissed that he landed in the 2nd, and it already seems like he played with some attitude to begin with

i have a feeling he's gonna be our #1 cb, and maybe be the shutdown. king will take the tall guys, and alexander will supply the flash and big plays

he says he was talking with mike daniels through the whole draft process (both from iowa) it would be great if he brings that same kind of nastiness and leadership to the secondary

[mraynrand]

Best pick in the draft for us, this kid is going to be special. Our secondary is loaded with talent now, something Pettine will need when calling his blitz packages.

I really like this pick, but I've been making the point about the quality of QBs he's faced being pretty crappy. Does that worry you at all?

[Brandon494]

I really like this pick, but I've been making the point about the quality of QBs he's faced being pretty crappy. Does that worry you at all?

Maybe if we got him in the first round but where we drafted him I think it’s worth the risk.

[woodbuck27]

https://www.acmepackingcompany.com/2018/5/11/17343908/packers-cb-josh-jackson-mentioned-as-2018-defensive-rookie-of-the-year-candidate-pro-football-focus

Packers CB Josh Jackson mentioned as 2018 Defensive Rookie of the Year candidate

Jackson’s ball skills are the primary reason for his mention in the same breath as a few of the top players in this year’s draft class.

By Evan "Tex" Western@TexWestern May 11, 2018, 9:00am CDT

[woodbuck27]

i'm really excited about this pick, i think its by far our best one of the draft

jackson seems to be really pissed that he landed in the 2nd, and it already seems like he played with some attitude to begin with

i have a feeling he's gonna be our #1 cb, and maybe be the shutdown. king will take the tall guys, and alexander will supply the flash and big plays

he says he was talking with mike daniels through the whole draft process (both from iowa) it would be great if he brings that same kind of nastiness and leadership to the secondary

This was indeed the BEST Pick in the Draft for Value and Risk.

[woodbuck27]

Hat tip to Brandon494

Look at that Face..Nasty.

Is he an NFL Ready Ballhawk? Can he track Receiver Routes and defend passes?

I like that 'face' now can he tackle?

[The Shadow]

Jackson was an excellent pick - especially where we got him.

[Anti-Polar Bear]

Jackson was an excellent pick - especially where we got him.

A sloth's a sloth's a sloth. Pretty sure Gute's gonna regret not drafting Uchenna Nwosu, OLB, USC, the poor man's Claymaker.