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Ohio State Lands Former Florida RB Ja'Kobi Jackson From Transfer Portal

The veteran back offers experience for a youthful position group after offseason departures.

Overview

  • Jackson committed to the Buckeyes after three seasons at Florida following a JUCO stint at Coahoma Community College.
  • He redshirted in 2023 and became a primary backup in 2024, rushing for 509 yards and seven touchdowns on nearly 100 touches.
  • His 2025 season ended early due to injury after four games, during which he logged 98 rushing yards and four receptions for 27 yards.
  • Ohio State's backfield is expected to feature rising sophomores Bo Jackson and Isaiah West after CJ Donaldson exhausted his eligibility and James Peoples transferred to Penn State.
  • Reports also note Ohio State recently added former Alabama defensive lineman James Smith from the portal as part of a string of SEC transfers.