Explosive 198-Yard Orange & Blue Star Now at Ohio State After Injury-Plagued 2025
Ja'Kobi Jackson is a high-intensity, explosive running back who just committed to Ohio State after entering the transfer portal from Florida. His differentiator is elite burst and big-play ability, proven by a 198-yard, 3-TD performance in Florida's 2025 Orange and Blue Game that included a 90-yard touchdown [4]. However, his 2025 season was severely limited by injuries, capping him at just four games with 98 rushing yards on 27 carries [5][8][9]. While his 2024 duo with Jadan Baugh produced 509 yards and 7 TDs, showing he can thrive in a lead role [4], a team must weigh his proven explosiveness against his recent injury history. He is a perfect fit for a team needing a dynamic, change-of-pace back with a seventh season of eligibility, provided they can manage his recovery and intensity.
