The Chargers drafted Justin Jackson in the seventh round of the 2018 NFL Draft. The Northwestern product currently ranks No. 11 in all-time rushing yards in NCAA history.
It was a bit of a surprise to see him fall that far. But the Chargers, who needed some depth behind Melvin Gordon and Austin Ekeler, snatched him up.
Unfortunately, Jackson suffered a hamstring injury during training camp and sat out the first three preseason games. He’s now expected to play in the preseason finale against the 49ers.
However, Jackson might have lost his chance to make the initial 53-man roster.