2027 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Adonis Jackson, DE, Utah State

• Name: Adonis Jackson
• Position: Edge Rusher 
• College: Utah State University 
• Height: 6’4
• Weight: 260
• Twitter: AdonisJackson24
• Instagram: Lca_Aj

What makes you a top prospect at your position in the 2027 NFL Draft?

My high motor, which plays a role in my get off and the fact I can use my speed to get across the field and make plays. I can affect the qb and I’m a run stopper

Tell me about a time you faced adversity and how you responded?

Not going straight to college out of high school almost had me out of love for football, but going to a naia (Southern Oregon) brought it all the way back and moving positions from LB to Edge Rusher I had to adjust and I’m glad they moved me because this is the most I’ve thrived at a position.

What are your hobbies outside of football?

Bowling for sure and just going out and supporting the next generation.

What role do you see yourself playing at the next level?

I can be pivotal in the run game but mainly getting to the QB is the biggest role I think I’ll play.

If you could donate to one cause in the world, what would it be?

Helping kids in need that don’t have a lot to play the sport or sports they love.

How do you handle coaching, especially criticism or being corrected repeatedly?

I’m very coachable I don’t complain, talk back or change body language but if it’s something I’m not comfortable with I will say something but not disrespectfully.

Who is the most underrated teammate at your school?

Charger Doty

If you could have dinner with three people, dead or alive, who would it be and why did you choose them?

My grandma because I only met her once but it wasn’t old enough to remember. Ray Lewis, because I want to talk about how he got to the level he go to and how he plays with so much grit. My dad, because without having that drive when I was younger I would’ve been in a whole different profession and I wouldn’t have asked for it no other way.

If you were benched tomorrow, what would be the most likely reason?

Simple mental mistakes

Walk me through your typical pre-game routine?

I get to the facility, walk around the field and then I go in get taped. After I get taped I get a light snack and a Powerade while I’m listening to music. I then put my gear on and then stretch and by then it’s time to go out.

What is your favorite snack food? 

BBQ Ruffles 

What scheme do you feel you fit the best in?

4-2-5 or any 4 down defense.

What is your degree in?

Integrated Studies 

What would be the first thing you buy with your first NFL check?

A house 

Describe a time in a game where you feel you made a mistake, and explain how you bounced back?

Where I tried to be a hero and spun back into a gap and the QB went outside for 7 yards. I fixed that by working my speed and bending around the edge to get a sack the next play.

Name three songs, we can expect on your playlist?

1. War Baby- Roddy Rich
2. Next- NBA Youngboy
3. You can’t- G Herbo