He wasn’t exactly the most high profile free agent, but new Browns running back Brandon Jackson was a great pick up for Cleveland. He is exactly what this team needed.
Peyton Hillis will still be the meat and potatoes back for the Browns, as long as he stays healthy. But in Jackson the Browns have a change of pace back, and an insurance policy for Monterio Hardesty. Jackson quickly showed a surprising burst of speed when thrown into the mix at camp last night. He bumped a run designed for the inside and eluded defenders on his way around left end. And then he did it on the right side.Not known as a speedy back, Jackson certainly has enough of it to make some plays.
What Jackson does best, is often seen on third downs. He is a good pass protection blocker and has good hands coming out of the backfield. That was his specialty role for the Packers until injuries forced him to the spotlight last year. He had his best year as a pro, gaining 703 yards rushing and 342 yards receiving...
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