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Rookie linebacker Nick Jackson continued his strong play in week two of the NFL preseason

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Rookie linebacker Nick Jackson is attempting to make the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 53-man roster after going undrafted in the 2025 NFL Draft.

Jackson was a force for Virginia and Iowa during his six-year college football career. In four seasons with Virginia, Jackson accumulated 352 total tackles (161 solo, 191 assisted), 10.5 sacks, and a forced fumble in four seasons.

During his two seasons with the Hawkeyes, Jackson tallied 201 total tackles (97 solo, 104 assisted), 6.5 sacks, and one interception.

His 553 total tackles is No. 2 overall in FBS history, and his 73 career games ranked No.