2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Arkansas EDGE Landon Jackson

2025 NFL Draft: Arkansas EDGE Landon Jackson Draft Profile and Scouting Report

Landon Jackson burst onto the scene in 2023 as a starter on the defensive line for the Arkansas Razorbacks. He finished the season with 44 total tackles, which included 14 for a loss and 6.5 sacks. He returned for his senior season and has backed up 2023’s numbers, posting 49 total tackles, 10 for a loss, and 6.5 sacks. In addition, he also finished this season with 3 pass breakups and 1 forced fumble.

Landon Jackson 40 Time

Projected 40 Time: 4.78 seconds

Landon Jackson is a three-year contributor on the defensive line for the Arkansas Razorbacks. He made spot starts in 2022, but really came alive in 2023. He’s spent most of his time as a true edge rusher for the razorbacks, playing both defensive end and outside linebacker. He possesses excellent height and weight for the position when compared to the average. Our projected 40 time of 4.78 seconds is on-par with defensive ends, but slightly slower than outside linebackers.

Jackson has excellent lateral agility on the line of scrimmage to beat the offensive tackle and pressure the pocket. He shows explosiveness out of his stance and plays with combative hands. He’s capable of shedding blocks quickly in the trenches at the point of attack. He’s typically lining up outside of the offensive tackle, but shows on film an ability to win inside.

However, I would like to see him incorporate more moves into his pass rush plan. He has shown a tendency to only rely on a few moves that he’s comfortable with. Additionally, I find that he struggles with balance in the trenches to remain upright through contact.