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Georgia Bulldogs star safety Dan Jackson is getting his fairytale ending after all. Jackson, who was snubbed from the NFL Combine back in February, ended up going 230th overall to the Detroit Lions in Round 7 of the 2025 NFL Draft. Jackson’s NFL draft journey is one destined for the college football history books.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / April 26

Lions address safety depth issues with Georgia's Dan Jackson, where he's going to do the most damage right away

The Detroit Lions have been having quite the draft buolding up th etrenches and helping out at receiver. The one spot we've been waiting to hear on is safety.

Lions Select Safety Dan Jackson in Seventh Round

A busy afternoon for the Detroit Lions on the third and final day of the NFL draft continues. After bolstering their offensive and defensive lines with earlier draft selections, the Lions picked safety Dan Jackson with the 230th overall selection in the seventh round.

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Detroit Lions Select Georgia's Dan Jackson in the 2025 NFL Draft

Another Georgia Bulldog has come off the board in the 2025 NFL Draft. As the NFL Draft weekend continues, teams are beginning to put the finishing touches on their 2025 draft class and are making their late-round selections.

Georgia Bulldogs News / Georgia Bulldogs on SI / April 26

Who Is Georgia Football Safety Dan Jackson?

Who Georgia safety Dan Jackson and what does he bring to the NFL? The Georgia Bulldogs have a litany of prospects that are set to make their mark on the NFL, but some are a little more well-known than others.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / April 14

Former Georgia Bulldogs star safety Dan Jackson named 2025 NFL Draft 'sleeper' by ESPN

Dan Jackson may have been a star in 2024, but he has not been a Georgia Bullodgs name that has been discussed too much ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft. However,

Rams Draft Underrated SEC Champion in Mock Draft

Beginning his career as a walk-on, Georgia defensive back Dan Jackson's path to the NFL is like his play. He breaks down doors in search of opportunities with relentless effort and selfless dedication.

Georgia Bulldogs News / Georgia Bulldogs on SI / April 14

College Football Staffer Says Georgia's Dan Jackson is a Sleeper Pick for NFL Draft

A college football coach said that Dan Jackson is one of the biggest sleeper picks in the 2025 NFL draft. The NFL draft is set to take place next week and the Georgia Bulldogs have a litany of players that could potentially be selected within the seven rounds.

College Football News / Georgia Bulldogs on SI / March 29

Georgia vs Auburn Final Score: Georgia Sweeps Series With Walk Off Home Run

Daniel Jackson crushed a walk-off home run to the bleachers in right to win the game 9-6 and complete Georgia's series sweep of the Auburn Tigers. Ike Irish homered in the first inning as Auburn took the early lead once again on Saturday.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / March 13

Dan Jackson proves the NFL Combine made a mistake with his impressive Georgia Bulldogs Pro Day performance

Safety Dan Jackson proved at Georgia's Pro Day that the 2025 NFL Combine made a big mistake by not inviting him to their pre-draft event last month. The

Georgia Bulldogs News / Georgia Bulldogs on SI / March 12

Dan Jackson Georgia Football Pro Day Results

Georgia Bulldogs safety Dan Jackson discusses his omission from the 2025 NFL Combine during the University of Georgia's Pro Day. The University of Georgia's Pro Day is underway as NFL scouts, coaches, and GMs converge on Athens, Georgia, to take their final look at this year's Bulldog prospects before the NFL Draft.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / February 27

Georgia football's Smael Mondon goes on about how the NFL Combine is 'missing out' by not inviting Dan Jackson

Georgia Bulldogs' star safety Dan Jackson did not receive an invite to the NFL Combine to showcase his talents in front of NFL several scouts and coaches,

College Football News / A to Z Sports / February 14

NFL combine makes obvious mistake snubbing Georgia star Dan Jackson from invite list

The NFL released its list of prospects invited to the NFL Scouting Combine and made a mistake by not including Georgia Bulldogs product Dan Jackson. This

Georgia Bulldogs News / Georgia Bulldogs on SI / February 13

Georgia Football's Dan Jackson Snubbed of 2025 NFL Combine Invite List

Former Georgia safety Dan Jackson did not receive an invite to the 2025 NFL combine. On Thursday, the list of former college football players that received an invite to the 2025 NFL combine was released.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / February 3

Georgia Bulldogs' Trevor Etienne, Dan Jackson earn 'top player' awards for Senior Bowl performance

Seven former Georgia Bulldogs were invited to the Reese's Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama as a part of the pre-NFL Draft process. And two of them performed

Georgia Bulldogs News / Georgia Bulldogs on SI / February 1

Watch: Dan Jackson Makes Massive Hit in Reese's Senior Bowl

Watch Georgia Bulldog defensive back Dan Jackson make an impressive hit in the Reese's Senior Bowl. The Reese’s Senior Bowl is being played today as numerous collegiate football players compete in one final exhibition game prior to the NFL Draft.

Georgia Bulldogs News / Georgia Bulldogs on SI / January 31

Georgia Bulldogs' Dan Jackson Named Top Defensive Back During Senior Bowl Practice

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Dan Jackson has been named as one of the top players following this week's Reese's Senior Bowl practices. Practices for the annual Reese's Senior Bowl have concluded and players and coaches have begun their final preparations for Saturday's exhibition game.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 31

Georgia football product Dan Jackson boosting his draft stock at Reese's Senior Bowl

Former Georgia Bulldogs safety Dan Jackson just boosted his draft stock at the Reese's Senior Bowl with a big play. On Day 3 of Senior Bowl practice,

Georgia Bulldogs News / UGA Wire / January 18

Georgia football safety accepts Senior Bowl Invitation

Georgia Bulldogs standout safety Dan Jackson plans to play in the 2025 Senior Bowl. Jackson is the seventh Georgia player (second-most of any college football program behind Oregon) to accept an invitation to the Senior Bowl, which will be played in Mobile, Alabama, on Feb.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 16

Former Georgia Bulldogs walk-on Dan Jackson announces 2025 NFL Draft decision

Georgia Bulldogs safety Dan Jackson is what head coach Kirby Smart calls, "one of the greatest stories of college football," however, Jackson's story is

Georgia Bulldogs News / UGA Wire / January 16

Georgia football DB Dan Jackson enters the NFL draft

Safety Dan Jackson, a pivotal player on Georgia’s defense, has declared for the 2025 NFL draft. Jackson announced his decision via social, marking the end of a remarkable career in Athens.

Georgia Bulldogs News / Georgia Bulldogs on SI / January 15

Dan Jackson Announces 2025 NFL Draft Decision

Georgia safety Dan Jackson has announced his decision for the 2025 NFL draft. After suffering a loss to the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the Allstate Sugar Bowl, the Georgia Bulldogs 2024 season has come to a close.

College Football News / SportsTalkATL / January 7

Georgia Bolsters Secondary with Commitment of Former Miami Safety Jaden Harris

The Georgia Bulldogs have bolstered their secondary by securing former Miami Hurricane safety Jaden Harris from the transfer portal. A native of Riverwood, Georgia, Harris brings valuable experience and depth to a safety room undergoing significant turnover this offseason.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / December 2

Georgia's Kirby Smart reiterates what makes former walk-on Dan Jackson so special

They don't call him "dirty" Dan for nothing. Dan Jackson, a former walk-on defensive back at Georgia, came up huge in the team's 44-42 eight overtime

Georgia Bulldogs News / UGA Wire / October 19

Georgia DB Dan Jackson ejected, faces suspension

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Dan Jackson has been ejected from the Texas Longhorns game for targeting. Since Jackson’s penalty game in the second half, he will be suspended for the first half of Georgia’s next game.