
a proven old-school Monarchs back with college-game burst
Gemonta Jackson’s best-known Old Dominion production came in the 2018 season, when he totaled 40 rushing attempts for 188 yards, plus 14 catches for 117 yards, showing a compact, versatile runner who could also help in space[1]. He flashed efficiency and explosiveness in spot duty, including a 2016 game against UMass when he averaged 3.0 yards per carry on limited touches[4]. The main takeaway: he profiles as a change-of-pace back with receiving value and enough pop to matter, especially if your offense wants a runner who can contribute without needing a heavy workload[1][4].