Lamar Jackson (cornerback)


Lamar Jackson is an American football cornerback for the New York Jets of the National Football League. He played college football at Nebraska and was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Jets in 2020.

High school career

Jackson played quarterback, cornerback, and safety at Franklin High School. Jackson played in the 2015 Under Armour All-American game following his senior season. Jackson committed to Nebraska on February 3, 2016, turning down offers from California, UCLA, Utah, and Washington State.

College career

After a recording forty tackles and three interceptions in his senior season, Jackson was named Nebraska's Defensive MVP and a Second Team All-Big Ten player.

College statistics

Professional career

Jackson was one of four Nebraska players that were invited to the NFL Scouting Combine. After attending the scouting combine he was described as a "matchup-specific depth player that will need to excel on special teams" via .

New York Jets

In the 2020 NFL Draft, Jackson went undrafted but signed with the New York Jets on May 6, 2020.

Personal life

Lamar is the son of Catherine Horton. Jackson became a father in March 2019, when his son was born.