IOWA CITY -- One of the top rushers in Class 5A committed to Iowa as a preferred walk-on on Friday night.
Ankeny Centennial running back Braeden Jackson announced his decision to join the Hawkeyes in a post to X, formerly known as Twitter.
"First and foremost, I just want to thank God for allowing me to be in the position I am in today and blessing me with the opportunities I have been given," Jackson wrote. "Thank you to my family for being with me throughout this whole process and supporting me all the way. I need to give a huge thank you to my coaches for advocating for me and my future coaches for believing in me.
"With that being said, I would like to announce my commitment to continue my athletic and academic career at the University of Iowa!"
Jackson helped power the Jaguars to a state quarterfinal appearance with a 5A-leading 1,959 all-purpose yards during his senior season. He ranked fourth in 5A with 1,397 rushing yards and third with 22 rushing touchdowns. He added 288 receiving yards and three receiving touchdowns.
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Jackson also earned 5A first team All-State honors from the Iowa Football Coaches Association (IFCA).
Jackson is the 18th high school commit in the class of 2025 and third walk-on added by the Hawkeyes this cycle.
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