'Fly Eagles Fly' as Jackson Soars with Eagles
by Charlie Krausse May 3, 2021
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Saturday, May 1, 2021. A date Tarron Jackson will never forget. In what is an anxiety driven experience, Tarron Jackson heard his name called in front of a national tv audience as he became one of the few to be drafted in the NFL.
Draft experts and part-time projections flood the market starting in early January and ramping up through late last week. It is close to impossible to hear what at least some of them say, much less, buy into the hype. Even if, some of the best only shoot around 20% perfect accuracy.
Additionally, in speaking with General Managers and various levels of coaches and completing the childhood dream of wanting to become a NFL Superstar, draft weekend is a rollercoaster of emotions for those that put their name in the ring.
Specifically for the redshirt senior from New Ellenton, South Carolina, Jackson took one Giant (sorry bad pun, since they now share the same division) step forward to next level success as he heard his name announced with the 191st pick in the 2021 draft. (reminder, Tom Brady was drafted 199th overall, so location does not matter). In fact, there have been more Undrafted Free Agents to enter the Hall of Fame (16) than Number One Overall Draft Picks (12).
After smiling earlobe to earlobe and hugging his friends and family members, Jackson said, “its back to work.” “Too many players think once they are drafted, that is it,” added Jackson.
Jackson’s size, strength and speed will easily impress even the average viewers. That though, is not the reason he is here. It is the X-factors, like catchability and work ethic. “Compare the tape from my redshirt junior year to my redshirt senior year, you will see the differences,” Jackson pointed out. “When in the film room, listen to what the coach says and don’t argue it. Apply it.”
That is a life lesson for most. The average individual does not handle constructive criticism well, if at all. Ask any adult. Though, this is why Jackson continues to success and has made it to this level.
NFL.com stated, “with Sweat and Barnett set to hit free agency soon, the Eagles were smart to take Jackson in the sixth.”
The Edge rusher/defensive end position has become one of the most important combatants of these high octane offenses. In fact, 18.75% of all first rounders were edge rushers/defensive ends. Getting to the quarterback quick is now the main priority for these NFL defenses. Back in the days of the five to seven step drops, it was ‘get to the quarterback’. Now with one to three step drops, speed, strength and quickness all matter so much more. "His motor is just relentless," added his former Coastal Carolina Head Coach, Jamey Chadwell.
Standing at 6’2, weighing in at 254 pounds with 10” hands and arms at 33 ¼” not to mention running between a 4.6 and 4.7 forty, Jackson chalked up results on his pro day in March. He repped 25 times at 225 pounds and ran the 20 yard shuttle in 4.46.
Jackson’s draft timing is perfect for the Eagles who start year one under Nick Sirianni’s coaching tenure. He will directly be coached up by former Outland Trophy winner, Auburn Tiger and College Football Hall of Famer, Tracy Rocker. It has to be assumed they drafted “their guys.”
Draft experts and part-time projections flood the market starting in early January and ramping up through late last week. It is close to impossible to hear what at least some of them say, much less, buy into the hype. Even if, some of the best only shoot around 20% perfect accuracy.
Additionally, in speaking with General Managers and various levels of coaches and completing the childhood dream of wanting to become a NFL Superstar, draft weekend is a rollercoaster of emotions for those that put their name in the ring.
Specifically for the redshirt senior from New Ellenton, South Carolina, Jackson took one Giant (sorry bad pun, since they now share the same division) step forward to next level success as he heard his name announced with the 191st pick in the 2021 draft. (reminder, Tom Brady was drafted 199th overall, so location does not matter). In fact, there have been more Undrafted Free Agents to enter the Hall of Fame (16) than Number One Overall Draft Picks (12).
After smiling earlobe to earlobe and hugging his friends and family members, Jackson said, “its back to work.” “Too many players think once they are drafted, that is it,” added Jackson.
Jackson’s size, strength and speed will easily impress even the average viewers. That though, is not the reason he is here. It is the X-factors, like catchability and work ethic. “Compare the tape from my redshirt junior year to my redshirt senior year, you will see the differences,” Jackson pointed out. “When in the film room, listen to what the coach says and don’t argue it. Apply it.”
That is a life lesson for most. The average individual does not handle constructive criticism well, if at all. Ask any adult. Though, this is why Jackson continues to success and has made it to this level.
NFL.com stated, “with Sweat and Barnett set to hit free agency soon, the Eagles were smart to take Jackson in the sixth.”
The Edge rusher/defensive end position has become one of the most important combatants of these high octane offenses. In fact, 18.75% of all first rounders were edge rushers/defensive ends. Getting to the quarterback quick is now the main priority for these NFL defenses. Back in the days of the five to seven step drops, it was ‘get to the quarterback’. Now with one to three step drops, speed, strength and quickness all matter so much more. "His motor is just relentless," added his former Coastal Carolina Head Coach, Jamey Chadwell.
Standing at 6’2, weighing in at 254 pounds with 10” hands and arms at 33 ¼” not to mention running between a 4.6 and 4.7 forty, Jackson chalked up results on his pro day in March. He repped 25 times at 225 pounds and ran the 20 yard shuttle in 4.46.
Jackson’s draft timing is perfect for the Eagles who start year one under Nick Sirianni’s coaching tenure. He will directly be coached up by former Outland Trophy winner, Auburn Tiger and College Football Hall of Famer, Tracy Rocker. It has to be assumed they drafted “their guys.”
picture from Coastal Carolina Athletics