Cam Jackson DT Florida | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Cam Jackson DT Florida
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
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| Last Updated: 02/14/2025 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 5.30 seconds (13%*) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 22.6 DOB: 08/08/2002 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Bowl Invite: Senior Bowl | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| SUB-POSITION: NT/DT | |
| Last Updated: 02/14/2025 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 5.30 seconds (13%*) | |
| Age: 22.6 DOB: 08/08/2002 | |
| Bowl Invite: Senior Bowl | |
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| Overall Rating: | 82.0 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Offense player has faced | ||
| Offense Rating: |
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81% |
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| Tackling: |
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74% |
| Pass Rush: |
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67% |
| Run Defense: |
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88% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
7th
Overall Rank:
#222
Position rank:
#50
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| College Games: 46 College Snaps: 1279 | ||
ESPN RATING: 79/100
College Combine Results
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OVR Rank:
#192
Pos Rank:
#44
State Rank:
#18
College Combine Results
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247 RATING: 89/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.5 (90%)
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Draft Profile: Bio
A mountain of a man who took the long road to SEC football, Cam Jackson's journey from Haynesville High School through Memphis to Florida shows the steady development of a defensive tackle still scratching the surface of his potential. The Louisiana native spent three seasons with the Memphis Tigers, gradually working his way from special teams contributor to All-AAC performer, before taking his talents to Gainesville to test himself against college football's elite.The 6'6", 342-pound behemoth made an immediate impact in the SEC trenches, earning conference honors and establishing himself as a force in the run game. His senior campaign saw him rack up 37 tackles, 4.5 TFLs and his first two career sacks, saving his best performance for last with a dominant showing against Florida State that earned him a season-best 77.5 PFF grade.
Jackson's development arc tells the story of a player who's consistently added tools to his toolbox. From his game-winning blocked kick as a freshman at Memphis to his emergence as a reliable run-stuffer in the SEC, he's shown steady progression. His invitation to the Senior Bowl marks a fitting capstone to a college career that saw him total 120 tackles, 10 tackles for loss, and 3.5 sacks across 46 games between Memphis and Florida.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Mammoth frame with rare length and natural anchor ability - carries 342 pounds remarkably well and uses his 6'6" frame to eat space and clog running lanes effectively
- Shows some nasty when stacking and shedding - violently disengages from blocks using powerful hands and impressive grip strength to toss aside interior linemen
- Natural power jumps off the tape in the run game - consistently stones single blocks at the point of attack and flashes the ability to split doubles
- Advanced awareness and play recognition for his size - keeps his head on a swivel and shows good instincts tracking the ball through traffic
- Length creates problems for shorter interior linemen - uses his wingspan effectively to lock out and control blockers before discarding them
- Better lateral movement than you'd expect - can work down the line and mirror zone runs despite massive frame
- Strong hands and wrap-up technique as a tackler - when he gets his mitts on runners, they typically go down on first contact
- Flashes some juice as a power rusher - can walk back centers and collapse the pocket when he times up his bull rush
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Conditioning is a major concern - visibly gasses out during longer drives and effectiveness plummets when forced to stay on the field
- Raw as a pass rusher with limited counter moves - relies almost entirely on bull rush and needs significant technical development
- Pad level becomes an issue as he tires - stands up out of his stance and loses leverage battles he should win
- Below average first step and explosiveness off the ball - won't threaten many gaps or disrupt blocking schemes with penetration
- Struggles to disengage quickly when squared up by double teams - can get stuck on blocks too long once engaged
Scouting Report: Summary
Jackson profiles as a developmental two-down run stuffer with the physical tools to grow into more. His combination of size, length, and natural power will intrigue teams looking for a rotational nose tackle who can anchor against the run while they develop his pass-rush arsenal. The stamina concerns will likely push him down draft boards, but his performance against top SEC competition suggests he can contribute early in a limited role.Teams running multiple fronts will particularly value his versatility to line up anywhere from 0 to 3-technique. His best fit comes in a defense that can utilize him situationally while their strength staff works to transform his frame and improve his conditioning. If he can maintain his play strength while dropping 15-20 pounds of bad weight, Jackson has the tools to develop into a reliable early-down defender with some untapped upside rushing the passer.
With proper development, Jackson could follow a similar trajectory to players like Dexter Lawrence - massive interior defenders who learned to maximize their physical gifts while expanding their impact beyond just stuffing the run. His floor appears to be a rotational run defender, but his ceiling will be determined by how much he can improve his conditioning and technical refinement. A Day 2/3 selection feels appropriate for a player with his blend of immediate utility and developmental upside.
Cam Jackson percentiles vs other Defensive Tackles (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
How other scouting services rate Cam Jackson (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
211.3
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
57.0
*Percentile Ranking in Player's Position Group (NFL Combine Historical Data): This percentile reflects how a player's specific statistics rank
in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance.
For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.