Jackson Powers-Johnson, the Oregon Ducks’ center, did not become a full-time starter until his junior year in 2023.
His outstanding season has raised his stock ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft.
Powers-Johnson has performed so well that he is regarded as the best prospect at his position and is expected to be drafted in the first round.
Powers-Johnson allowed no sacks and one pressure on 829 offensive snaps in 2023. He completed with the fewest sacks and pressures of any offensive lineman in the Pac-12, earning the Rimington Award as college football’s finest center.
Powers-Johnson took that momentum into the Senior Bowl, where he stood out as a top offensive guard throughout practices.
Bucky Brooks of NFL.com ranks Powers-Johnson as the No. 2 interior lineman in the draft.
“Powers-Johnson is a center with strength, power, and agility, allowing him to control the point of attack.” Though his lack of outstanding length makes him vulnerable to super-sized power players, the Oregon standout’s high-revving motor and persistent attitude make opponents miserable.
According to Kyle Stackpole of CBSsports.com, Powers-Johnson will be selected 16th overall by the Seattle Seahawks.
