2025 NFL Draft - Ohio State IOL Donovan Jackson


ProspectDonovan Jackson
Pos.IOL | NFL Draft Big Board - Prospect Rankings
SchoolOhio State Buckeyes (Ohio State Buckeyes NFL Draft Picks)
Height6-4
Weight320
DOBN/A

Donovan Jackson 2025 NFL Mock Draft Roundup

NFL.com — Eric Edholm

No. 26 overall — Los Angeles Rams

Jackson goes three picks after the injured teammate (Josh Simmons) he replaced so ably during Ohio State's national championship run, moving from left guard to left tackle when the Buckeyes needed help on the blind edge. He's a multi-positional blocker who deserves a shot at playing OT in the NFL at some point.

NFL.com — Bucky Brooks

No. 29 overall — Washington Commanders

Upgrading the O-line is a priority with Jayden Daniels flashing MVP-caliber talent as a dual-threat playmaker. Jackson's toughness and versatility would mesh well with Dan Quinn's culture.

The Athletic — Baumgardner/Dochterman

No. 18 overall — Seattle Seahawks

Perhaps no player elevated his stock throughout the College Football Playoff more than Jackson, who kicked to left tackle out of necessity and proved he could do that job just as capably as play guard. Jackson (6-4, 320) allowed zero sacks and just two pressures over his final eight games at left tackle.

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College Football Awards

Below are some of the college football awards won by Donovan Jackson:

Award/HonorYear Won
All-Big Ten Second Team2022, 2023

NFL Scouting Combine Results

When Jackson declares for the NFL Draft, we will post his NFL Scouting Combine on-field workout results.