Jackson Blackwell

2025 (Freshman): Did not see game action … Redshirted. High School: Three-star recruit on the defensive line out of Lorena High School and coached by Kevin Johnson … In 2024, had 33 tackles, eight QB hurries and three sacks … Totaled 56 tackles, 10 for a loss and 2.5 sacks as a junior, with 13 QB hurries … Had 35 tackles and four TFLs with a sack as a sophomore … Named defensive lineman MVP at the Under Armour Camp in March of 2024 … Also a powerlifter who competes in the shot put and discus in track & field … Qualified for regionals in the discus as a junior with a throw of 140-10 …Has powerlifting competition numbers as high as 720 in squad, 500 in bench and 600 in deadlift … Ranked by 247sports as the No. 79 defensive lineman in the nation and the 98th best prospect in Texas … Ranked as a three-star prospect by On3, ESPN and Rivals. Personal: Son of Jesse and Jenny Blackwell.