Samuel Jackson
Career Summary
Samuel Jackson is an offensive lineman from Bradenton, Florida, who played at UCF and later joined the Jacksonville Jaguars and New York Jets as a professional.
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Early Life
Jackson is from Bradenton, Florida, and attended Lakewood Ranch High School.
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High School
Jackson played high school football at Lakewood Ranch High School in Bradenton, Florida.
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College Career
Jackson played six seasons at UCF, appearing in 66 games with 45 starts at guard and tackle. He was a two-time team captain and earned first-team All-AAC recognition from Pro Football Focus and second-team All-AAC honors from conference coaches in 2022.
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Path to the NFL
Jackson signed with Jacksonville as an undrafted free agent in May 2023. After a UFL stint with the Houston Roughnecks, the Jets signed him during 2025 training camp.
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NFL Career
Jackson entered the NFL with Jacksonville as a 2023 undrafted free agent and later signed with the Jets in July 2025. He was released by Jacksonville before the 2023 season and had previously played with the UFL's Houston Roughnecks.
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Career Accomplishments
Jackson was a two-time UCF captain and a 2022 first-team All-AAC selection by Pro Football Focus. He earned a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's degree in educational leadership.
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Playing Style
Jackson has experience at both guard and tackle, with 45 starts across those positions during his UCF career.
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