Where is Donovan Jackson from?

Last Modified Apr 24, 2025 11:44 GMT
Donovan Jackson. Source: Getty Images
Donovan Jackson. Source: Getty Images

Donovan Jackson is a former collegiate football offensive guard who helped win the 2025 College Football National Championship with the Ohio State Buckeyes. He participated in the 2025 Cotton Bowl Classic, the 2025 Rose Bowl, the 2024 CFP First Round, and the 2022 Peach Bowl. Winner of the three-time First-Team All-Big Ten Conference, Jackson played in 55 games from 2021 to 2024. Last season, he started around 14 games and selflessly shifted to left guard in five games after Josh Simmons got injured.

He was mentioned as a First-Team College Sports Communicators Academic All-American in 2024. Completing his graduation in the sports industry, Jackson started 13 games as a left guard by registering a record of 11-2 for Ohio State in 2023. He emerged victorious of the College Sports Communicators Academic All-District along with First-Team All-Big Ten by media and coaches. Jackson completed his internship at the Ohio State Department of Athletics and got promoted to the Bucks Go Pro Program in 2023. (via Ohio State's official website)

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Donovan Jackson's Hometown

Jackson hails from Cypress, Texas, USA. He was born to Todd and Melanie Jackson on December 4, 2002. Jackson completed his schooling at Episcopal High School, located in Bellaire, Texas. As a junior, he helped Episcopal lift the Southwest Preparatory Conference 4A.

Before enrolling at Episcopal High School, Jackson started his career as a freshman at Houston Christian High School as a left tackle. USA Today awarded him the 2020 All-USA High School Preseason team and secured the 31st position among the 100 best players in the Sports Illustrated List. Being a five-star recruit, he received offers from Texas A&M, Stanford, Georgia, and Texas but committed to playing for the Ohio State Buckeyes. (via Ohio State's official website)

Donovan Jackson's Nationality

Donovan Jackson holds American nationality and citizenship. He was born in Cypress, Texas, United States. (according to NFL's official website)

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FAQs on Donovan Jackson

A. Donovan Jackson was offered to play college football for Ohio, Stanford, Georgia, Texas A&M and Texas.

A. Donovan Jackson plays as an offensive lineman for the Ohio State Buckeyes.

A. Donovan Jackson has a body weight of approximately 315 lbs or 143 kg.

A. Donovan Jackson is an American football offensive guard.

A. Todd Jackson and Melanie Jackson are the parents of Donovan Jackson.

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