The Las Vegas Raiders claimed pass-rusher Brennan Jackson off of waivers recently after he was waived by the Los Angeles Rams. Let’s take a closer look at Jackson:
Size:
6-4, 263 pounds.
NFL experience:|
Jackson is entering his second NFL season. He appeared in seven games with the Los Angeles Rams in the 2024 season. He played 56 snaps on special teams and 47 snaps on defense, including 27 in the regular-season finale. He had three tackles.
College:
Jackson went to Washington State. The Southern California native was a fifth-round pick of the Rams.
The book:
Jackson came out of college known as a high-motor player who has some good pass-rush burst and was considered a solid developmental player.
How he will fit in with Raiders:
At the moment, Jackson, who turns 25 in October, is a depth piece. But he does have a chance to impress the Raiders’ coaching staff and earn a spot on the game-day active list early in the season. He best initial route to the playing field is probably on special teams.