Xavier Jackson
Xavier Jackson
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Brendan Mankarious | Prep Redzone Scout
In a star-studded lineup at Bergen Catholic,
Xavier Jackson
Xavier
Jackson
6'2" | 185 lbs | DB
Bergen Catholic | 2026
State
NJ
gets lost in the sauce at moments. However, make no mistake about it: Jackson os a dude. He has a bigger, thicker body on the outside yet plays corner who likes to play off most of the time. At moments he will walk up and press, where we see him use his hands to feel and ride from a trail position against his matchups, specifically on in-breaking routes. In a similar vein, Jackson will play your hands through the ground to contest passes. A very good run supporter, he keeps contain and plays down hill with a burst. In my estimation, he is probably either a star or safety in college.
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Xavier Jackson
Xavier
Jackson
6'2" | 185 lbs | DB
Bergen Catholic | 2026
State
NJ
from Bergen Catholic has committed to the University of North Carolina. A breakout performer late in the season, Jackson emerged as one of the state’s top defensive backs. The 6’2” prospect is physical, instinctual, and excels in zone coverage. His ability to diagnose plays, blow up screens, and support the run makes him a versatile fit. A visit from Bill Belichick early in the season reportedly made a big impression, helping seal the deal. The Tar Heels are getting a high-upside, late-rising defensive back with strong instincts and toughness.
COMMITTEDDDD!! GO TARHEELS 🐏#AGTG #LLCJ #LLCB@mlombardiuncgm @Belichick_B @Ballhawk__8 @KinslerLatish pic.twitter.com/Sv7tSuGGRJ
— Xavier Jackson
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” He was just telling us how he was building the players up, how they started at lower draft picks or lower division colleges, and how bad they wanted to be great. Also, to have a different mindset, and he told us about the program.”
Great Conversation with the one and only Bill Belichick! Very wise man! @Belichick_B pic.twitter.com/tE2ybw71wT
— Xavier Jackson
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Read EvaluationEarnest Daniels | Prep Redzone Scout
Without question,
Xavier Jackson
Xavier
Jackson
6'2" | 185 lbs | DB
Bergen Catholic | 2026
State
NJ
from Bergen Catholic is turning heads right now. As the playoffs loom, Jackson has proven to be New Jersey’s top cornerback, showcasing elite defensive back skills.
Against back-to-back tough opponents, he’s displayed everything you’d want from a premier DB: tight man coverage, sharp zone reads, and pure instinct. But it’s not just his coverage—Jackson’s become a fundamental tackler on the edge, stopping screens and supporting the run game with physicality.
As playoffs begin, he’s reaching his peak, and no defensive back in the state is playing at a higher level.
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