Instant reactions to Packers taking CB Domani Jackson in sixth round of 2026 draft

The Green Bay Packers took another cornerback off the board, selecting Alabama's Domani Jackson with the No. 201 overall pick in the sixth round of the 2026 draft. Jackson joins Brandon Cisse as the pair of corners picked by the Packers in this draft class.

Jackson was a top five recruit coming out of high school. He transferred from USC to Alabama after two seasons, and he ended up starting 23 games for the Crimson Tide. A former track star, Jackson ran 4.41 in the 40-yard dash at 6-1 and 194 pounds.

Instant reactions to the Packers taking Jackson at No. 201:

Zach Kruse

The Packers needed numbers at cornerback, so double dipping with Jackson on Day 3 makes sense in terms of building out the depth long-term. He checks boxes for the Packers in terms of size (6-1) and speed (4.41). Despite his status as a top recruit, Jackson was never a big-time playmaker at the collegiate level, and he finished his career with only 14 pass breakups and two picks over 46 games. An odd senior season included a mid-season benching and only one pass breakup, but he returned to the starting lineup late in the year and played well. Jackson has limited special teams experience, so he'll need to establish a role on the third phase to stick around as a developmental corner. There is some upside here as a zone heavy corner with speed, but Jackson must become more consistent in all areas, including tackling and run defense.

Brennen Rupp

Domani Jackson is a great athlete. Former track standout. He had nine pass deflections and two interceptions a year ago. He lost his starting job this past season and got it back at end of year. At this point in the draft, why not? Roll the dice on it all coming together for him, but right now he's a better athlete than football player. But in the sixth round he's worth the gamble.

Mark Oldacres

Domani Jackson has great athleticism and went to a premier college program, so the fact he was available at pick 201 tells you there are some flaws. While he has the movement skills he needs and uses his size and physicality well, he relies on grabbing receivers too often and his technique in terms of his footwork is a work in progress. A worthwhile flier to take at this stage of the draft.