Scouting Report: Joshua Jackson

Jackson, throwing a pass in the preseason of his junior year (Photo from Saline Football)
Jackson, throwing a pass in the preseason of his junior year (Photo from Saline Football)

Height: 6-2
Weight: 205
Projected Position: Quarterback

Rivals: 3-star, #23 dual-threat QB, #13 player in Michigan
247: 3-star, #19 dual-threat QB, #22 player in Michigan
ESPN: 4-star, #185 overall player, #8 dual threat QB, #4 player in Michigan

Power 5 offers: 7

I’ve made it no secret that I believe Virginia Tech got a steal at the quarterback position.  Joshua Jackson is one of the most underrated prospects in the country by the two main recruiting networks.  I think ESPN is a lot closer than Rivals or 247 with regards to Jackson’s ranking, and that’s because they scout his abilities and his film rather than using his scholarship offers as a guide.

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