Ronald Jackson Jr.
Ronald Jackson Jr.
Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
How he plays
Play style
Moves between deep coverage and the slot.
CFB Index positional classification
2026 Outlook
Ohio
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Defensive back · Ohio
Returning around him
- 65% of 2024 offensive production back (Solid continuity)
- Transfer portal: +2 net (18 in / 16 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Ohio · Last season: 9-4 · Talent rank #126 · 2026 recruiting class #106
DNA match
Player DNA
Hybrid Nickel
Moves between deep coverage and the slot — the modern positionless DB.
His 2021 production profile sits closest to Arnold Azunna’s 2021 season.
Matches Arnold on
Not enough data yet for this comparison.
As a sophomore, his production profile tracks closest to Tanner Wall's sophomore season at BYU (2023).
Matches Tanner on
Heisman trajectory
Heisman Trajectory · 2025
Peak #12144
Peaked at #12144 this season.
Background
2025: Appeared in two games. 2024 (Montana): Jackson will see an increased roll and should compete for a starting job in the defensive secondary after a breakout season… Also expected to be a standout on special teams. 2023 (Montana): Academic All-Big Sky... Transferred to Montana in time for win...