2024 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Brent Jackson, S, Rhode Island

Brent Jackson is the new leader in the secondary for Rhode Island this season as a graduate transfer from Bucknell. Hula Bowl scout Chris Spooner breaks down Jackson as an NFL Prospect in his report.

Player Data

Name, Jersey #	Brent Jackson, # 31
School (Code)	Rhode Island (RIUN)
DOB, Class Yr	8/23/2001, 5th Yr Sr
Height, Weight	6006, 205
40 Yd Dash	4.57e
Position/Depth	FS/1
Honors/Captainship	Team Captain (2022) Bison Gridiron Club Winner – Team MVP (2021, 2022) Second Team All-Patriot League (2022) Academic All-Patriot League (2021, 2022) Patriot League Academic Honor Roll (2019-2022)
Season Viewed (yr)	2023, 2022
Games Watched	GAST (2023), MICE (2022), NYCG (2022)
Scout Name / Date	Chris Spooner, 9/19/2023

Per Year Stats (Most Recent First)

2022	11 GP, 111 T, 78 Solo, 33 Ast, 3 Sacks, 4 INTs, 2 FF, 1 FR
2021	11 GP, 76 T, 44 Solo, 32 Ast, 0.5 Sack, 1 FF, 1 FR
2020	4 GP, 3 T, 3 Solo, 1 FR
2019	9 GP, 23 T, 15 Solo, 8 Ast, 2 Sacks

Player Summary:

Grad transfer from Bucknell. Two-year starter at Bucknell, first year starter at Rhode Island. Started at “star” position in 2021 for Bucknell before transitioning to free safety. Older brother Bryce played DB at Northwestern. Possesses above-average size for the position. Somewhat slender frame could add 5-10 pounds. Long-limbed, particularly in the arms. Good speed allows for centerfield responsibilities and true sideline-to-sideline potential. Is able to use speed to come up from free safety position and make plays at and behind the LOS. Has displayed good ball skills with four interceptions in 2022. Above-average size allows him to be a factor in both the pass and run games, and as a pass rusher, adding versatility to his game. Lines up on both sides of the defense, adding to his positional versatility. Solid tackler with good fundamentals; does well to break down and wrap up to ensure the tackle. Good speed and long strides allow him to stay in receivers pocket down field and on crossing routes. Shows good FBI and ability to quickly diagnose and react to plays in front of him, particularly in the run game. Natural inclination to come up and make a play can work against him; has a tendency to bite hard on play-action and not be in position to provide coverage help. Somewhat stiff lower body limits COD ability. Has not displayed much in the way of man coverage ability; played primarily in zone coverage at Bucknell. Physical traits would suggest ability in press coverage, but skill in this area has not been shown.