Dan Jackson

About

Former two-time NCAA National Champion that played college football at the University of Georgia from 2019 until 2024. During his final season at Georgia, he earned All-SEC honors. Following that season, he was selected by the Detroit Lions as a seventh round pick during the 2025 NFL Draft. 

Before Fame

When his first enrolled into the University of Georgia as a freshman, he was initially forced to be a walk-on student athlete. As a junior, he was eventually given a chance to make the official team and earn a scholarship. 

Trivia

While in high school, he also played basketball and ran track. In fact, he's North Hall High School's all-time school record holder for fastest time in the 110-meter hurdles event. 

Family Life

He was born and raised in Gainesville, Florida. 

Associated With

He was coached by Kirby Smart while at Georgia.