Unpacking Future Packers: No. 5, Florida State DT Darrell Jackson Jr

The Unpacking Future Packers Countdown is a countdown of 100 prospects who the Green Bay Packers could select in the 2026 NFL draft.

The Green Bay Packers addressed a massive roster need when they signed Javon Hargrave in free agency. The veteran defensive tackle has familiarity with defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon and will stabilize the interior of the defense.

Even with Hargave in the fold, the Packers still have work to do at the position. A potential target in the 2026 NFL Draft is Darrell Jackson Jr. The Florida defensive tackle and son of former Seattle Seahawks wide receiver, Darrell Jackson, checks in at No. 5 in the Unpacking Future Packers Countdown.

A three-star recruit, Jackson started his college career at Maryland in 2021. The following season, Jackson transferred to Miami, where he recorded 4.5 tackles for loss and three sacks.

Jackson then transferred to Florida State for the 2023 season. In 2024, Jackson recorded four tackles for loss and 3.5 sacks. This past season, he recorded a career high 45 tackles. He also recorded three tackles for loss and one sack.

Jackson didn't start playing football until his junior year in high school. That lack of experience shows up on the tape with his technique and pad level.

However, the wow moments are hard to overlook, as are his measurables. The 6-5, 315-pound defensive tackle has nearly 35-inch arms. His power and short-area quickness helped him stand out during Shrine Bowl practices and then he made a splash when he got a call to compete at the Senior Bowl.

Jackson is a powerful defensive tackle and he's built to dominate inside. He has the girth to clog up running lanes. He roots in against double teams, which allows teammates to clean up the mess. He's just a difficult player to move off his spot. He utilizes his length to keep himself clean. During the past two seasons, Jackson recorded seven tackles for loss and 47 run stops.