Ja'Kobi Jackson News, Rumors, Updates - Florida Gators

Lands with Ohio State Jackson will transfer to Ohio State, per Matt Zenitz of CBSSports.com.

Impact Jackson was productive in 2024 with Florida, rushing for 509 yards and seven touchdowns on 5.7 yards per carry. This past fall, however, his role was extremely limited, as he totaled just 98 rushing yards on 27 carries. The tailback, who has one more year of eligibility remaining, will now take his talents to Columbus, where he'll likely back up Bo Jackson in 2026.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Entering transfer portal Jackson is entering the transfer portal, Pete Nakos of On3.com reports.

Impact Jackson mixed in the action over the first four games of the season but did not play the rest of the year due to injury, preserving a redshirt for the senior back. In a full season in 2024, he rushed the ball 95 times for 509 yards and seven scores, showing the talent he has when given the opportunity. Jackson will have one year remaining with his new program.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Still out vs. Vols Jackson (undisclosed) will remain out against Tennessee on Saturday.

Impact Jackson hasn't played since Week 4, and at this point, with Florida's season down the drain and its coach fired, Jackson may be looking to take a redshirt year and start fresh for one last ride in 2026. Over four games, Jackson logged 125 all-purpose yards.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Jackson (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game against Ole Miss.

Impact Jackson hasn't played since Week 4. He'll only have two games left to return to action -- against Tennessee or FSU in Week 13 or 14, respectively.

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Jackson (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game at Kentucky.

Impact Jackson hasn't played since Week 4 against Miami, and it's unclear when he'll be able to return. Given that the Gators are also missing Treyaun Webb (hamstring) and that Duke Clark (undisclosed) is questionable, they might not have a lot of depth behind Jadan Baugh in the backfield.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Jackson (undisclosed) won't suit up for Saturday's game versus Mississippi State, per the SEC availability report.

Impact Jackson was deemed a question mark on the report leading up to the contest, but it appears the Gators will be down a lot of depth at running back Saturday, with Jackson joining Duke Clark (undisclosed) and Treyaun Webb (hamstring) on the sidelines. Jaden Baugh should take most of the carries as a result, while KD Daniels could mix in as well.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Jackson (undisclosed) is questionable for Florida's tilt with Mississippi State.

Impact Jackson hasn't played since the Week 4 loss to Miami, and he remains a question mark as the Gators get set to face the Bulldogs. If Jackson can't go once again, Jadan Baugh and KD Daniels will handle the backfield duties in Gainesville.

OCTOBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive against A&M Jackson (undisclosed) didn't play in Saturday's 34-17 loss to Texas A&M.

Impact Jackson didn't warm up ahead of the contest, so his absence doesn't come as a surprise. The tailback has now missed back-to-back games, and his next chance to play will come Oct. 18 against Mississippi State.

OCTOBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not spotted warming up Jackson (undisclosed) isn't warming up ahead of Florida's clash with Texas A&M, per Kevin Brockway of The Gainesville Sun.

Impact Jackson was deemed a game-time call, but with KD Daniels taking pregame reps with the second-team offense and Jackson nowhere to be found, it seems highly unlikely he'll suit up against the Aggies. Jadan Baugh and Daniels appear slated to handle the work in the Gators' backfield Saturday night.

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not spotted warming up Jackson (undisclosed) isn't warming up ahead of Florida's clash with Texas A&M, per Kevin Brockway of The Gainesville Sun.

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call in College Station Jackson (undisclosed) is a game-time decision for Florida's clash with Texas A&M.

Impact Jackson missed the Gators' upset of Texas last week, and is in danger of missing his second straight game. The tailback was a factor for Florida when he was healthy, averaging seven carries for 25 yards each game. With Duke Clark and Treyaun Webb out, expect Jadan Baugh to take the lion's share of the carries against the Aggies.

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call in College Station Jackson (undisclosed) is a game-time decision for Florida's clash with Texas A&M.

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday Jackson (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's game at Texas A&M, per the SEC availability report.

Impact Jackson, who missed last Saturday's win over Texas, is questionable to return to the field for Saturday's difficult road contest. Prior to his injury he had at least seven touches in every game, so his potential return would be significant. His status is worth monitoring in the coming days.

OCTOBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Texas Jackson (undisclosed) won't play versus Texas in Week 6.

Impact Jackson is set to miss his first game of the season, which should open the door for Duke Clark to play the role of No. 2 halfback for the Gators. Jackson has been a staple of Florida's rushing attack but hasn't been all that effective or explosive, tallying 98 yards on 27 carries. His next chance to play will come against Texas A&M on Oct. 11.

OCTOBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Balling out in fall camp Jackson is impressing in Florida's fall camp, Zach Abolverdi of On3.com reports.

Impact Florida's head coach Billy Napier and some UF players praised Jackson for his fall efforts. They suggest that the running back's statistical excellence can continue. During 2024, he logged 95 carries for 509 yards and seven touchdowns. Even though Jadan Baugh remains Florida's preferred RB, both the lack of more proven backs and Treyaun Webb (hamstring) out multiple games may help Jackson replicate his previous stats.

AUGUST 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Finds end zone again Jackson rushed six times for 37 yards and a touchdown against LSU on Saturday.

Impact Jackson and Jaden Baugh both took six carries and scored a touchdown, while former starter Montrell Johnson rushed twice as he continues to return to health. Jackson has scored in back-to-back outings, but all three rushers could see touches against Ole Miss next weekend.

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

One of few bright spots in defeat Jackson totaled 19 carries for 116 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 49-17 defeat to Texas.

Impact The junior has come on strong of late, rushing 31 times for 190 yards and two touchdowns over the last two games played. Another difficult task lurks next weekend at LSU, but with the quarterback position in disarray, the Gators should continue to use the ground and pound offense, which includes Jackson.

NOVEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Florida coach Billy Napier to return for fourth season despite 15-18 record

Florida is committing to coach Billy Napier for a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.

NOVEMBER 7, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

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