Jack MacKinnon brings size, special-teams value, and upside to Nevada’s linebacker room
MacKinnon is a **6-foot-4, 239-250-pound linebacker** with prototype size, plus NFL-style length and a physical frame that can help Nevada in run support and special teams.[1][2][5] He transferred from Michigan after sparse playing time there, but the appeal is his developmental upside: he was a **2024 national-title roster player** and carries strong measurables in the game ratings model, including solid tackle, block-shedding, and zone-coverage marks.[2][3] If you want a long, athletic defender who could grow into a bigger role, he is a worthwhile fit.[3][4]
