Texas has hired a new wide receiver coach. After going big game hunting, Steve Sarkisian poached an NFL receivers coach, Chris Jackson.
Last week, Jackson coached Christian Kirk and company in the divisional round of the NFL playoffs. Now, the former Jacksonville Jaguars position coach is a member of the Texas Longhorns’ staff.
As you can imagine, some have found ways to nitpick the hire. The majority of criticism revolves around Jackson’s lack of experience as a proven recruiter. It’s too early to grade the hire, but concerns about his ability to recruit are premature.
At his disposal, Jackson has four receivers with strong potential for NFL futures. Xavier Worthy is the most proven of the group. Worthy is all but guaranteed to be drafted in the first three rounds of the NFL Draft with a strong season this year.
Isaiah Neyor and AD Mitchell each project to become NFL players with which Texas can take pride. Jordan Whittington also has the ability to make an NFL roster.
Here’s a look at how Twitter took the news of Jackson’s hire.