A first-round pick out of USC, Austin Jackson has flashed dominant run-blocking ability for the Dolphins when he's been able to stay on the field.
Austin Jackson entered the league as a highly touted left tackle prospect out of USC and has spent his entire career with the Dolphins, moving to right tackle along the way. His talent has never been in question, but recurring injuries have made availability the defining storyline of his career.
Path to the league
Jackson took over as USC's starting left tackle during his sophomore season in 2018 and started all but three offensive snaps over his final two collegiate seasons, earning First-Team All-Pac-12 honors in 2019. The Miami Dolphins selected him 18th overall in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft.
Career highlights
Jackson has spent his entire career with the Dolphins, entering his seventh season in 2026 as one of the longest-tenured players on the roster. He has shown flashes as a mauling run blocker but has repeatedly battled durability issues that have limited his availability in multiple seasons.
2025 season recap
Jackson's 2025 season was cut short by injury, as he was limited to just six games after a toe injury that required surgery. He was placed on injured reserve for the second straight season and the fourth time in four years, continuing a pattern of availability struggles that has followed him throughout his career in Miami.
Sources
- Wikipedia: Austin Jackson (American football)
- NFL.com: Austin Jackson
Player Profile
Background
- Position
- Offensive Tackle
- Group
- offense
- College
- USC
- Hometown
- Phoenix, AZ, USA
- Age
- 27
- Status
- active
