Jackson Loschko

Minnesota

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"Really Fired Up About Him": Jacksonville Jaguars Excited For Rising Star

1 week ago | gridironheroics.com | Jackson Loschko

The Jacksonville Jaguars’ pass defense aims for a bounce-back season in 2025 after a rough year against opposing quarterbacks, wide receivers, and tight ends in 2024. The defense gave up 4,375 passing yards and 29 touchdowns, allowing the most yards and tied for the fifth-most touchdowns. The good news for the Jaguars is that they have more talent now that Tyson Campbell is healthy, and with the additions of Jourdan Lewis and Travis Hunter.
San Francisco 49ers Hope Rookie Takes Over Key Starting Spot

1 week ago | gridironheroics.com | Jackson Loschko

The San Francisco 49ers overhauled the defensive tackle position during the offseason, parting ways with their two starters in an effort to get younger. Javon Hargrave and Maliek Collins were released in March, leaving Jordan Elliott and Kevin Givens as the projected starters, with Evan Anderson the next man up. The 49ers also bolstered their interior defensive line during the draft, taking an SEC star.
Dallas Cowboys: All-Pro Defensive Back Getting Reps At New Position

1 week ago | gridironheroics.com | Jackson Loschko

The Dallas Cowboys hope their secondary stays healthy in 2025 after three of their top four cornerbacks missed significant time in 2024. DaRon Bland missed the first ten games because of a stress fracture in his left foot, Caelen Carson missed 11, including the last seven, to undergo shoulder surgery, and Trevon Diggs missed six, including the last four, to undergo surgery for a chondral tissue graft in his left knee. On top of that, one of their key starters departed in free agency.
Dallas Cowboys: Rising Star Eyes Return Date For 2025

1 week ago | gridironheroics.com | Jackson Loschko

The Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown was having a solid 2024 campaign after missing his rookie season with a torn ACL in his left knee. Overshown recorded 90 tackles, eight TFLs, five sacks, one interception, one pick-six, four pass deflections, and one forced fumble in 13 games and 12 starts. He also posted 20 pressures and 38 stops and allowed a 101.6 passer rating, per PFF.
"It's Different": Philadelphia Eagles Legend Explains Teammates Struggles

1 week ago | gridironheroics.com | Jackson Loschko

The Philadelphia Eagles made a splash during the 2024 offseason, signing a situational pass rusher, Bryce Huff, to a three-year, $51.1 million contract. He had a rough 2024 campaign, losing the starting job to Nolan Smith, missing Weeks 12-16 with a torn ligament in his left wrist, and upon returning, had a minimal role on defense throughout the rest of the season, including a healthy scratch in the Super Bowl.
Los Angeles Rams: Former 1st Round Pick Hopes To Revitalize Career

1 week ago | gridironheroics.com | Jackson Loschko

The Los Angeles Rams’ secondary will be put to the test in 2025, going up against many talented NFC wide receivers, including A.J. Brown, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Mike Evans, Brandon Aiyuk, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Drake London, Chris Olave, and Marvin Harrison Jr., to name a few. Their pass defense hopes to perform better than they did a season ago, allowing the 13th-most passing yards and tied for the 5th-most passing touchdowns in 2024.
"I Want To Do Better": Dallas Cowboys Key Piece Eyes Improvement In 2025

1 week ago | gridironheroics.com | Jackson Loschko

The Dallas Cowboys hope their pass protection bounces back in 2025 instead of another regression like the one from 2023 to 2024. The offensive line allowed the 8th-fewest pressures, the 5th-lowest pressure percentage, and tied for the 12th-fewest sacks in 2023. The Cowboys gave up the 11th-most pressures, the 16th-highest pressure percentage, and the 19th-most sacks in 2024. Their first-round pick from last year will be pivotal for their success.
"He's Going To Get Opportunities": Denver Broncos Plan For Power Back In 2025

1 week ago | gridironheroics.com | Jackson Loschko

The Denver Broncos aim for a better rushing attack in 2025 after a mediocre year on the ground. The offense finished in the middle of the pack in rushing yards and rushing touchdowns, ranking 16th and tied for 23rd, respectively. No running back rushed for over 600 yards, with their leading rusher, Javonte Williams, now with the Dallas Cowboys. The goal is for RJ Harvey to take over as the feature back while their former fifth-round pick complements him as part of a balanced rushing attack.
"Won't Be Ready Until Training Camp": San Francisco 49ers Starter Underwent Procedure

1 week ago | gridironheroics.com | Jackson Loschko

The San Francisco 49ers defensive back, Ji’Ayir Brown, took over as the starting safety during the 2024 season. He recorded 77 tackles, three TFLs, one interception, and six pass deflections, allowing a 57.1% completion percentage, 304 passing yards, two touchdowns, and an 80.7 passer rating in 13 starts. He would lose the starting job later in the year once Talanoa Hufanga returned from injury. Despite appearing in every game, he battled a lower leg injury late in the season.
Las Vegas Raiders: Rising Star Returns To OTAs After Missing 2024

1 week ago | gridironheroics.com | Jackson Loschko

The Las Vegas Raiders’ young EDGE rusher, Malcolm Koonce, was poised to build on 2023’s breakout season and position himself for a long-term contract extension with a strong performance in 2024. He had a great third season, boasting career highs in tackles, TFLs, QB hits, sacks, and forced fumbles. Koonce recorded 43 tackles, nine TFLs, 17 quarterback hits, eight sacks, and three forced fumbles in 11 starts.