Overview
- Ohio State insider Jeremy Birmingham said the request he has heard is higher than TreVeyon Henderson’s 2025 Patriots salary, a claim echoed by social media posts circulating on January 8.
- On3’s early-2026 NIL valuation for Jackson is about $579,000, underscoring a gap between market estimates and the rumored ask.
- There is no verified indication that Jackson plans to enter the transfer portal, though observers note similar NIL standoffs have preceded exits in other recent cases.
- Recent reporting cites Ohio State’s heavy NIL outlays, including an estimated $20 million in 2024 roster spending and an $18 million institutional allocation across four sports for 2025–26.
- Jackson’s leverage follows a breakout freshman season with 1,090 rushing yards, six touchdowns, and 6.1 yards per carry.