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Available vs. Kent State Jackson (undisclosed) is not on the injury report and will be available to face Kent State on Wednesday.

Impact Jackson is set to return to the backfield for Ball State. However, he's not expected to play a significant role since he's sitting behind Qua Ashley and TJ Horton in the backfield.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive Week 9 Jackson (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against NIU.

Impact Jackson will remain sidelined as the Cardinals face off against the Huskies in Week 9. The 5-foot-8 redshirt sophomore has appeared in three games this season, tallying eight carries for 17 yards on the ground and one reception for 37 yards through the air on the year.

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Auburn hosts Ball State in Week 2

The Auburn Tigers meet the Ball State Cardinals

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Committing to Ball State Jackson announced his committment to play for Ball State for the 2025 season via his X account.

Impact Jackson will join the Cardinals following two years with Purdue. The 5-foot-10 running back appeared in 11 games for the Boilermakers in 2024, running for 97 yards and a touchdown while catching two passes for seven yards as well. Jackson will retain three years of eligibility with Ball State.

MARCH 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE