Jackson had two interceptions and blocked a kick last season while being named to the second-team All-SEC team as voted by coaches.

Brad Holmes had Georgia on his mind during the NFL draft. The Detroit Lions’ general manager chose three Bulldogs among his seven picks.

Since general manager Brad Holmes and head coach Dan Campbell were hired in 2021, seven UDFAs have made Detroit's Week 1 roster, including at least one each year. In 2024, it was long snapper Hogan Hatten, safety Loren Strickland and wide receiver Isaiah Williams.