Domani Jackson

NFL Draft Profile: Domani Jackson

Position: Cornerback | School: Alabama (via USC) | Class: Senior

Height: 6'1" | Weight: 196 lbs | Archetype: Man

College Career Summary

Domani Jackson enters the 2026 NFL Draft as one of the most physically gifted defensive back prospects of the decade. A former five-star recruit who tied the California state 100m record (10.25s) in high school, Jackson spent two years at USC before transferring to Alabama for a "reset."

In 2024, he emerged as a full-time starter for the Crimson Tide, replacing first-round pick Terrion Arnold and recording 52 tackles, 7 pass breakups, and 2 interceptions. His 2025 senior campaign was characterized by veteran stability and improved technical discipline. While his raw production dipped as teams avoided his side of the field, he served as the anchor of a secondary that reached the SEC Championship and a Rose Bowl berth. Despite a history of knee injuries that slowed his early career, Jackson played 27 games over his final two seasons, proving he can handle a full starter's workload.

Highlight Career Stats:

• Games Played: 45 (14 in 2025)

• Total Tackles: 117 (37 in 2025)

• Tackles For Loss (TFL): 3.5 (1.5 in 2025)

• Interceptions: 2 (Both in 2024)

• Pass Breakups (PD): 12 (1 in 2025)

• Forced Fumbles: 1

2025 Season Game-by-Game Grades

Opponent	Stats	Grade	Key Performance Note
@ Florida State	3 Tkl	B	Solid coverage; limited separation allowed.
vs. ULM	3 Tkl	B	Not tested deep; consistent in run support.
vs. Wisconsin	1 Tkl, 1 QBH	B+	High Motor. Pressured the QB on a corner blitz.
@ Georgia	5 Tkl	B-	Active tackler; one catch allowed on a slant.
vs. Vanderbilt	3 Tkl, 0.5 TFL	B	Physical at the line; split a tackle for loss.
@ Missouri	1 Tkl	B	Played clean; Missouri avoided his boundary.
vs. Tennessee	4 Tkl, 1.0 TFL	A-	Mental Toughness. Came off the bench to impact the run.
@ South Carolina	2 Tkl	C+	A few "grabby" moments in man-to-man.
@ LSU	0 Tkl	B	Lockdown game; zero targets recorded in his zone.
vs. Oklahoma	5 Tkl	B+	Tied for team lead in tackles; elite Pursuit.
vs. Eastern Illinois	0 Tkl	B	Senior Day start; flawless but untested.
@ Auburn	1 Tkl	B	Iron Bowl veteran presence; disciplined eyes.
vs. Georgia (SEC)	4 Tkl, 1 PD	A-	Star Impact. Crucial pass breakup in the title game.
vs. Oklahoma (RB)	5 Tkl	B+	Physical performance to cap his college career.

Scouting Report

Strengths

• World-Class Speed: Jackson possesses "rare" long speed. His ability to recover when beaten initially is the best in the class, effectively erasing vertical separation.

• Prototypical Build: At 6'1" and nearly 200 lbs, he looks like a modern NFL CB1. He has the length to jam physical receivers and the strength to hold his ground.

• Elite Mirroring: When playing Man coverage, his Footwork is smooth and mechanical. He rarely takes false steps and stays "in phase" with ease.

• Scheme Versatility: While he thrives in Press, he showed significant improvement in Zone recognition under Alabama's coaching staff.

Weaknesses

• Ball Tracking: Despite his speed, he often fails to turn his head to locate the ball, leading to "face-guarding" and pass interference risks.

• Tackling Consistency: He has a high missed-tackle rate (over 20% in 2024). He often dives at ankles rather than wrapping up with his frame.

• Instincts: He can be overly reliant on his athleticism to bail him out. He is susceptible to double moves because he trusts his recovery speed too much.

Scheme Fit: Ideal CB1 in a Man-to-Man or Cover 3 scheme that prioritizes size and speed.

NFL Comparison: Nate Wiggins (Ravens) / Patrick Surtain II (Build only)

Scout’s Final Word & Projection

Intangibles: 18/20 | Physical Tools: 19/20 | Attributes: 17/20 | Athleticism: 20/20 | IQ: 17/20

Final Grade: 91/100

Domani Jackson is a "projection" player with the highest ceiling in the 2026 class. His speed and frame are "blue-chip" traits that cannot be coached. While he lacks the elite ball production of a technician, his 2025 tape showed a player who has finally learned to harness his physical gifts within a structured system. If his medical checks on his knees come back clean at the Combine, he is a lock for the first round based on physical dominance alone.

Draft Projection: 1st Round (Top 15)