The Packer Pundit

Jackson up to the task
Draft pick used to working for starts
By Lori Nickel / journalsentinel.com
Posted: May 9, 2007
Green Bay - Brandon Jackson's struggles and eventual triumphs at the University of Nebraska might very well prepare him for a productive career in the NFL. As Green Bay's recent second-round draft pick at the highly visible running back position, the 5-foot-10, 208-pound Jackson is practically guaranteed a spot on the Packers' roster. But if he wants to play a lot, he'll have to do exactly what he did in college - remain persistent. And earn it. Nothing was handed to him then and nothing will be now. Nebraska relied on I-back Cory Ross for three seasons and after his final season in 2005, a crowd formed to replace him. In all, four men were in the running - sophomores Cody Glenn and Marlon Lucky and juniors Kenny Wilson and Jackson. Coming off shoulder surgery, Jackson began the 2006 season third on the depth chart. In a blowout against Louisiana Tech, Glenn and Lucky were the featured backs for the Cornhuskers. But a 25-yard touchdown by Jackson caught the attention of coaches, who steadily began to watch his progress and note his overall contributions. Though Jackson had limited opportunities in the first five games, Nebraska coach Bill Callahan anointed him as the starting I back on Oct. 7 against Iowa State. Jackson responded by rushing for more than 100 yards. He held on to the starting job for the remainder of the year, gaining 715 yards over the last eight contests as Nebraska claimed the Big 12 Conference title game and went to the Cotton Bowl. -- More


And now for your viewing enjoyment... Check this sweet vid of BJ braking a 50 yarder versus Texas. Check out the dope moves (I'm sooo gangsta) he bust on all three replays --



Also... you wanna see our boy play some powerball like Ahman used to? Check BJ going all choo choo up in haaaare as he runs down some poor defensive back --



Ouch!






Position Switch Can Succeed With Players Like Hall
By Mike Spofford / Packers.com
Posted 05/09/2007

"He was the starting linebacker for four years and he was on every special team through his senior year. He was on punt, on kickoff. He's a smart guy and a hard hitter. You need guys that know their role and know what they're going to do out there and get their job done and bring a certain level of aggression to it, and that's Korey." -- Former Boise State Teammate and current Packer Guard Daryn Colledge

For a player to change positions from college to professional football, he has to possess certain qualities. He must have a natural feel for the game of football, an understanding of X's and O's that goes beyond that of a specific position, and a love for the game that makes him desire to be on the field, no matter where he lines up. In short, he has to call himself a football player first, rather than a running back or cornerback or tackle. The Green Bay Packers believe that's what Korey Hall is and those are the attributes he has, so they're going to see if they can convert the Boise State linebacker to fullback. But the above description often applies to special teams standouts as well, so Hall will be given every opportunity to make his mark that way too. "It's clearly a projection," Head Coach Mike McCarthy said of the role forecast for Hall, a sixth-round draft choice. "A lot of it has to do with his mental makeup." -- More