Why DL Darrell Jackson Makes Sense for the Chiefs

"I'm still a student of the game, so I feel like that helped my IQ, just studying the game and studying what I'm going to see on film, so I feel like that helped," Jackson said on his experience against formidable offensive lines."

"I feel like coming to the NFL, it will be a big mental thing," Jackson said. "I feel like my mental will be good, I have physical traits, but I feel like I'm more prepared mentally."

Jackson on Areas of Improvement

"When I first started, I didn't even know how to get in the stance," Jackson told reporters on Wednesday. "I thought I was going to play quarterback, but my coach put me at defensive tackle. So, my first time getting in the stance was kind of hard for me; I had all hands down on learning the style of defensive tackle. Just over the years, continue to watch the game and develop that mindset as a defensive lineman. That will help me grow."

"Just continue to work on my pad level, continue to get better as a football player all around," Jackson said of where he needs to improve."

Jackson's Collegiate Journey

"So, I transferred and had to sit out a year," Jackson stated. "It was hard, but I got through. I had guys around me willing to work and continue to grow. I had a great coaching staff that led me in the right direction. So, I was willing to go to work every day without complaining."

Favorite Defensive Tackle in the NFL

"I love Derek Brown. I love his play style," Jackson said of who is favorite defensive tackle to study in the NFL. "I love how he is a top blocker in the run game and in the [passing] game."

Jackson on Opportunity to Showcase Skill Set

"I'm doing skills and drills tomorrow [Thursday]," Jackson said. "I'm doing the rest at my pro day."

"Right here," Jackson defiantly said when asked where the best opportunity for him is to showcase his talents. "I got an opportunity in front of me right here. I'm right where my feet are.