Big ole boys up front y'all.
— William Glasscock (@BillyGlasscock4) December 10, 2015
Jackson more than succeeds at beating offensive linemen on his own, and can generate pass pressure up the middle.
Iowa Western CC defensive tackle Merrick Jackson III committed to the Golden Gophers last night, becoming the 15th prospect in a class reshaped by new head coach Tracy Claeys. Originally signing with the Illini out of high school, Jackson is a 3 star prospect according the the 247 Industry Composite with listed offers from Illinois, Iowa State, Southern Miss, Troy, and UAB.