The San Francisco 49ers made their first selection of the 2022 NFL Draft, adding USC edge rusher Drake Jackson with the 61st overall pick. While Jackson was a linebacker at USC, he will shift to the front-four in the Niners' scheme. Jackson turned 21 earlier this month and is one of the youngest players in this year’s class.
Jackson was a significant contributor over all three of his seasons at USC, earning a freshman All-American selection. He played in 27 games and recorded 103 tackles, 25 tackles for loss, 12.5 sacks, and two interceptions over his career with the Trojans.