Buffalo Bills Draft Razorbacks’ Landon Jackson in the 2025 NFL Draft
Arkansas senior defensive end Landon Jackson has been selected 72nd overall in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft by the Buffalo Bills. Marking a significant moment for the Razorbacks, Jackson is the second Arkansas player chosen this year and the first defensive end from the team since 2017.
Hailing from Texarkana, Texas, Jackson showcased remarkable talent during his college career, starting 31 of 37 games. At 6-foot-7 and 280 pounds, he began his collegiate journey at LSU before transferring to Arkansas. Over three seasons, he recorded impressive statistics: 116 total tackles, 26.5 tackles for loss, and 16 sacks. His standout performance in the 2023-24 season included a career-high 13.5 tackles for loss and 6.5 sacks.
A highly sought-after prospect, Jackson earned First-Team All-SEC honors in 2023 and was named to multiple prestigious award watch lists, including the Bronko Nagurski Trophy and the Lombardi Award. His athletic prowess was on full display at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine, where he impressed with a 4.68-second 40-yard dash, a 40.5-inch vertical jump, and a 10-foot-9 broad jump.
Jackson’s performance earned him a Relative Athletics Score of 9.78, ranking him 46th out of 2,012 defensive ends from 1987 to 2025. NFL Next Gen Stats awarded him a total score of 77, placing him seventh among defensive ends at the combine. Analysts recognize him as a high-energy edge prospect with potential, though they note some concerns about his movements and body control.
With his unique skill set and developmental potential, Jackson is poised to become a key asset for the Bills in the coming seasons.
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