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AUGUST 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Standing out among QB room Jackson and Holden Geriner appear to be the forerunners to lead Texas State under center this fall, Keff Ciardello of the Austin American-Statesman reports.

Impact In what remains an open competition for the starting quarterback spot, Jackson and Holden Geriner have begun to set themselves apart from the rest of the quarterback room. The 6-foot redshirt freshman quarterback saw action in two games last season with the Bobcats, completing 8-of-15 passes for 118 yards and a touchdown, adding on 164 yards and four touchdowns with his legs.

APRIL 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient in lopsided win Jackson completed 4 of 6 passes for 102 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 58-3 victory against Southern Miss. He also had three rushes for 32 yards with one touchdown.

Impact Jackson saw some action Saturday and was productive with his opportunities. His performance was highlighted by a 60-yard touchdown pass to Drew Donley in the third quarter and a 10-yard rushing touchdown in the first period. Jackson's rushing ability could earn him some occasional touches, but he likely won't be too involved down the stretch.

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Splits work with McCloud Jackson completed 4 of 9 passes for 16 yards during Saturday's 38-17 win over Louisiana-Monroe. He also had 17 rushes for 126 yards with two touchdowns.

Impact Jackson, a true freshman, had operated as Texas State's third-string quarterback until Week 11. With McCloud active but nursing an ankle injury, Jackson saw heavy usage on the ground while sharing throwing duties with McCloud. RJ Martinez had previously operated behind McCloud, but Jackson's success on the ground could earn him a regular role during the closing weeks of the regular season.

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE