Mendoza's first completion during his rebound team session came on a throw to Jackson immediately after recovering from a fumbled snap, helping the quarterback regain momentum. Jackson also drew a clear defensive holding penalty during one-on-one drills when Jamon McCoy grabbed him after being beaten on the route, showing his ability to create separation.
Mitchell Renz·
Jackson has started to turn heads as one of the under the radar receivers making noise this offseason. The Raiders have a crowded receiver room, but Jackson has found ways to stand out through consistency and effort. While he may not carry the pedigree of some bigger names, he has begun building momentum as someone capable of forcing his way into the roster conversation. During minicamp, Jackson reportedly made multiple strong plays and showed chemistry with the quarterbacks in team periods. He looked comfortable attacking the football and made the kind of routine catches that build trust with coaches. On a roster where back end receiver spots are still up for grabs, Jackson’s reliability and willingness to compete could help him carve out an opportunity.
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