Chris Jackson had both experiences as a collegiate rookie in Marshall’s spring football practices.
In some ways, there’s little to suggest that Jackson would have provided an eye-opening performance with the Herd having a gaping vacancy at cornerback.
On the other hand, to consider Jackson in such a fashion – as many recruiters did – would be dismissive … because there’s much more to the 6-foot, 170-pound teenager than turning every possession of man coverage into a physical battle.
“He’s kind of a quiet kid; at times you wouldn’t even know Chris is there,” said Chuck Heater, who has three roles in Jackson’s presence with the Herd – as defensive coordinator, secondary coach and the player’s primary recruiter.