JaQuae Jackson

American football player (born 2000)

American football player
JaQuae Jackson
No. 82 – New England Patriots
Position:Wide receiver
Personal information
Born: (2000-01-30) January 30, 2000 (age 24)[1]
Height:6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Weight:184 lb (83 kg)
Career information
High school:Serra Catholic
(McKeesport, Pennsylvania)
College:California (PA) (2018–2022)
Rutgers (2023)
Undrafted:2024
Career history
  • Atlanta Falcons (2024)*
  • New England Patriots (2024–present)
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Roster status:Active
Career highlights and awards
  • First-team All-PSAC West (2022)

JaQuae Jackson (born January 30, 2000)[1] is an American football wide receiver for the New England Patriots of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Pennsylvania Western University, California and for the Rutgers Scarlet Knights.

Early life and high school

Jackson attended high school at Serra Catholic. Coming out of high school he committed to play college football for the California Vulcans.[2][3]

College career

California (PA)

In Jackson's first season in 2018, he did not appear in any games. During his next season in 2019 he tallied 13 receptions for 198 yards and two touchdowns. In the 2020 season, Jackson would again not appear in any games due to his team's season being canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[4] During the 2021 season, Jackson totaled 58 receptions for 744 yards and eight touchdowns.[5] Jackson had a breakout season in 2022 leading his team with 77 receptions for 1,178 yards and 13 touchdowns.[6] For his performance in the 2022 season, Jackson was named a Division II All-American.[7] After the conclusion of the 2022 season, Jackson decided to enter his name into the NCAA transfer portal.[8][9]

Rutgers

Jackson decided to transfer to play for the Rutgers Scarlet Knights.[10][11] In week two of the 2023 season, Jackson hauled in four receptions for 95 yards in a win over Temple.[12] Jackson finished his lone season with Rutgers in 2023, hauling in 22 receptions for 361 yards and one touchdown in 12 starts.[13] After the conclusion of the 2023 season, Jackson declared for the 2024 NFL draft.[14][15]

Professional career

Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight Arm length Hand span 40-yard dash 10-yard split 20-yard split 20-yard shuttle Three-cone drill Vertical jump Broad jump Bench press
6 ft 1 in
(1.85 m) 		183 lb
(83 kg) 		31+7⁄8 in
(0.81 m) 		9+1⁄8 in
(0.23 m)		 4.52 s 1.56 s 2.61 s 4.18 s 6.85 s 36 in
(0.91 m)		 10 ft 0 in
(3.05 m)		 12 reps
All values from Pro Day[16]

Atlanta Falcons

After not being selected in the 2024 NFL draft, Jackson decided to sign with the Atlanta Falcons as an undrafted free agent.[17][18] On June 4th, 2024, Jackson was waived by the Falcons.[19][20]

New England Patriots

On June 6th, 2024, Jackson was claimed off waivers by the New England Patriots.[21][22]

References

  1. ^ a b "JaQuae Jackson". ourlads.com. Retrieved June 8, 2024.
  2. ^ "JaQuae Jackson". California University of Pennsylvania Athletics. Retrieved June 10, 2024.
  3. ^ "JaQuae Jackson, PennWest California, Wide Receiver". 247Sports. Retrieved June 10, 2024.
  4. ^ "JaQaue Jackson". Rutgers University Athletics. Retrieved June 9, 2024.
  5. ^ Davis, Spenser (May 18, 2023). "Rutgers lands commitment from transfer WR, Division II All-American". Saturday Tradition. Retrieved June 9, 2024.
  6. ^ Iseman, Chris (May 17, 2023). "Rutgers football lands commitment from transfer WR JaQuae Jackson". Asbury Park Press. Retrieved June 9, 2024.
  7. ^ Fonseca, Brian (August 4, 2023). "Why Rutgers' All-American WR transfer says he has 'something to prove'". NJ.com. Retrieved June 9, 2024.
  8. ^ Epstein, Craig (September 14, 2023). "Q&A with Rutgers transfer wide receiver JaQuae Jackson". Rivals.com. Retrieved June 9, 2024.
  9. ^ O'Leary, Richie (April 5, 2023). "Transfer wide receiver JaQuae Jackson recaps Rutgers official visit". Rivals.com. Retrieved June 9, 2024.
  10. ^ Lanni, Patrick (June 14, 2023). "Transfer JaQuae Jackson 'important get' for inexperienced group of Rutgers receivers". NJ.com. Retrieved June 9, 2024.
  11. ^ O'Leary, Richie (May 17, 2023). "D-II All-American WR JaQuae Jackson commits to Rutgers Football". Rivals.com. Retrieved June 9, 2024.
  12. ^ Meyers, Josh. "JaQuae Jackson steps up in big moment for Rutgers football against Temple". The Daily Targum. Retrieved June 9, 2024.
  13. ^ Steele, Cayden (March 29, 2024). "Eagles will get a close look at former Rutgers star". NJ.com. Retrieved June 10, 2024.
  14. ^ Licciardi, Anthony (April 14, 2024). "Buffalo Bills Express Interest in Rutgers Draft Target JaQuae Jackson". Sports Illustrated. Retrieved June 10, 2024.
  15. ^ Tsakonas, Chris. "JaQuae Jackson hoping to join Rutgers contingent in NFL". 247Sports. Retrieved June 10, 2024.
  16. ^ "2024 NFL Draft Scout JaQuae Jackson College Football Profile". DraftScout.com. Retrieved June 8, 2024.
  17. ^ "Falcons' JaQuae Jackson: Links up with Atlanta". CBS Sports. April 30, 2024. Retrieved June 10, 2024.
  18. ^ Tsakonas, Chris. "JaQuae Jackson and Isaiah Washington sign rookie free-agent deals". 247Sports. Retrieved June 10, 2024.
  19. ^ Urben, Matt (June 4, 2024). "Falcons release wide receiver JaQuae Jackson". Falcons Wire. Retrieved June 10, 2024.
  20. ^ Mixson, Saivion. "Atlanta Falcons sign Andrew Stueber, release JaQuae Jackson". Sporting News. Retrieved June 10, 2024.
  21. ^ Williams, Charean. "Patriots sign rookie WR JaQuae Jackson, cut WR T.J. Luther". NBC Sports. Retrieved June 10, 2024.
  22. ^ D'Abte, Mike. "Patriots Sign Former Falcons Receiver Following Offensive Lineman Roster Cut". Athlon Sports. Retrieved June 10, 2024.

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  • California Vulcans bio
  • Rutgers Scarlet Knights bio
  • Atlanta Falcons bio
  • New England Patriots bio
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