Chat with Chad Jackson
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Jackson opened some eyes at the NFL combine when he ran a 4.32 in the 40-yard dash (that's him crossing the finish line at the right). Jackson finished the 2005 season with 900 receiving yards on 88 catches and nine touchdown receptions.
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Buzzmaster (4:57 PM)
Hellooooooo again! Chad Jackson will be here shortly. Keep your questions coming!
Chad Jackson (5:03 PM)
I am here and ready to go!
Gordon (San Francisco)
Chad, What do you look for when you vist a pro team?
Chad Jackson (5:03 PM)
I look for the coaching staff and how I would get along with them. I just try to get a feel for the atmosphere around the team and the city.
Mudster, Davie, FL
How does it feel to have played football at a basketball school?
Chad Jackson (5:04 PM)
Ha! We won a championship in '96 before hoops team came along!
Eddy D. (Spring Valley New York)
Yo Chad, do you feel a great deal of pressure while going through the NFL Draft process, or is it mostly fun?
Chad Jackson (5:05 PM)
For me it hasn't been much fun. It's a pain doing all this traveling every day. It's very tiring.
Dan (Boulder)
How do you feel about all the predictions of you going to the denver broncos?
Chad Jackson (5:05 PM)
That's what everyone keeps saying. I had a good meeting with them on Monday and it went really well. That would be a nice place to play.
Sara (Florida)
Chad, do you have a girlfriend?
Chad Jackson (5:06 PM)
Nah, not right now. But I'm accepting applications.
Brooks (Rudgers)
Hey Chad was your Awesome 4.3 40 at the combine your fastest time ever?
Chad Jackson (5:06 PM)
In college I ran a 4.29.
Josh (North Carolina)
Chad, do you have any touchdown celebrations ready for your touchdown receptions?
Chad Jackson (5:07 PM)
The one I want to do is to have on a chef hat and pretend like I'm flipping burgers on a grill.
Joe (Louisville, KY)
How much interest has the Philadelphia Eagles shown in you Chad?
Chad Jackson (5:07 PM)
Not much. But a little. I worked out for them once and that was the last I heard from them.
Jon (Eau Claire, WI)
Some blazing speed! How are you preparing yourself for the intensity level of NFL defensive backs?
Chad Jackson (5:08 PM)
Yes, I'm ready to step up to the next level and compete with all those guys.
Jerry Eastwood (Haslett, Michigan )
Do you own a grill?
Chad Jackson (5:09 PM)
Na, I don't have one right now. But I do my business in the kitchen area every now and then.
RIna Patel, Florida
Chad, I am sure you do not remember me, but I was the girl who came in your apt once with Bhavin (the xbox guy). I am so happy for you. Good luck!
Chad Jackson (5:09 PM)
Thanks, Rina. I appreciate it.
Jake, Vero Beach, FL
What do you think of Florida's chances this year? We are going to miss you out there catching balls from Leak!
Chad Jackson (5:10 PM)
I think they will be really good. They won't miss a beat. The defense lost a few guys but the rest of the gang will step up and they will be just fine.
Matt (Albany, NY)
Have you talked to the Cowboys at all?
Chad Jackson (5:11 PM)
I haven't talked to them.
Jorge Dallas,TX
Who did you grow up rooting for?
Chad Jackson (5:11 PM)
Probably Dallas. When I was growing up they were winning Super Bowls all the time.
Evan (Gainesville, FL)
Yo Chad, what makes you better than Santonio and Sinorice?
Chad Jackson (5:12 PM)
I'm not sure. Probably my size. I'm bigger than those guys and I still have the speed. I think I'm faster than all those guys.
Katelyn (Syracuse, NY)
Where can we submit the girlfriend applications? And also, which QB would you most like to catch passes from?
Chad Jackson (5:14 PM)
You can submit those to bigplay@tmail.com. As for the QB, I would say Ben Roethlisberger. He is doing a lot of big things right now and I could learn a lot from him.
Seth (Seattle, WA)
What are you going to do with your first check?
Chad Jackson (5:14 PM)
I'm going to buy my mom and house first and then buy a car.
raza (md)
do u think u can make it to the pro bowl in ur first season?
Chad Jackson (5:15 PM)
That would be nice. But it will be hard to do. It's a tough transition and a big step. I have a lot to learn. I want to make a name for myself quickly.
tom van (green bay )
brett favre?
Chad Jackson (5:16 PM)
He's a great great QB. I hope he makes the decision to come back for another year. He knows the game better than anyone.
Jerry Eastwood (Haslett, Michigan )
How big of a contract do you want?
Chad Jackson (5:16 PM)
As big as they will give me!
Brandon (Hopewell)
Chad, who do you think is the best WR in the game?
Chad Jackson (5:17 PM)
I'd probably say Terrell Owens. He's running things right now. Him and Chad Johnson.
Mike (Boston, MA)
Chad, what is your favorite cereal?
Chad Jackson (5:17 PM)
Cinnamon Toast Crunch. Most definately.
Johnny (Uncasville, CT)
If you were not a football player, which other sport could you see yourself playing?
Chad Jackson (5:17 PM)
Basketball!
Zach (Purdue)
What would your reaction be if the Detroit Lions picked you in the 1st round?
Chad Jackson (5:18 PM)
That would be great. They have some great receivers already and there ain't nothing wrong with a fourth one!
Mike
Is your biggest interest playing in the NFL for the money, or your love for the game.
Chad Jackson (5:19 PM)
The game! I've been playing it my whole life. It's a great opportunity I never thought I would have. Growing up you never think you will get to do it for a living. It's a great feeling.
Bengi (Dyersville, IA)
What aspect of the NFL life are you most looking forward to?
Chad Jackson (5:20 PM)
Probably life outside of the game getting to meet so many great big name people.
JT (Orlando, FL)
Who was your inspiration growing up to get into football?
Chad Jackson (5:20 PM)
My little step brother. He died when I was in high school and I wore his No. 8 and it really kept me motivated.
Matt (Gainesville, FL)
What are your draft day plans?
Chad Jackson (5:21 PM)
I'll be back home in Alabama.
Eric (Las Vegas)
Hey Chad, Are you prepared to learn the West Coast Offense?
Chad Jackson (5:21 PM)
I'm ready for any kind of offense. I can handle anything.
Bengi (Dyersville, IA)
What number will you wear in the NFL?
Chad Jackson (5:21 PM)
Probably a teen. 17 or something like that.
Jason (Dayton, OH)
What do you make of the "Freshman Slump" that all WR's seem to go though in their rookie season.
Chad Jackson (5:22 PM)
I'm not scared. I've seen a lot of receivers come in and contribute a lot. I can do that as well.
Gil (Ann Arbor)
what's your favorite color
Chad Jackson (5:22 PM)
Blue.
Jon (New Mexico)
How good is Chris Leak? National title good? Pro Good?
Chad Jackson (5:22 PM)
National Title good. He could become Pro Good. He is watching film everyday trying to get better.
Drew
What's up with all these teen numbers? 11, 18, 17? I don't get it. Style points?
Chad Jackson (5:23 PM)
I think it's a style thing. I don't like the big 80 numbers. The lower numbers look better.
Chris (St Louis)
If you had to pick between Leinert or Young who would you pick?
Chad Jackson (5:23 PM)
I'd take Matt.
marc (philly)
do you think you can help your new team enough to get to the playoffs?
Chad Jackson (5:24 PM)
I would say so. Yes.
Jeff (Kansas)
What's your favorite brand of shoes? Nike, Adidas, or Reebok?
Chad Jackson (5:24 PM)
I'm into Nike and Reebok.
James (Orlando, FL)
how cool are you?
Chad Jackson (5:25 PM)
Like the other side of the pillow!
Michael (Mastic, NY)
What would you rather do? Make a Pro Bowl or Win a Super Bowl?
Chad Jackson (5:25 PM)
Super Bowl!
Jim, Rockland, ME
So chad whats up with hating the 80's?!?! its history man Chris Carter? Jerry rice?
Chad Jackson (5:25 PM)
I'm not hatin' on the players that wore it .. just hatin' on the numbers themselves!
Crayon
If you could be a color, what color would it be and why?
Chad Jackson (5:27 PM)
What? Are you serious? If I could be a color I would probably be turquoise blue. What kind of question is that?
Kurt (Milwaukee, WI)
Are you a trash talker to the cb's?
Chad Jackson (5:27 PM)
Most definately.
Ken (MSU)
Are you a T.O. fan?
Chad Jackson (5:28 PM)
I'm a fan. Ever since he did the celebration on the Dallas star. That made me think "damn, that guy is a bad ass". I like him.
Bryen, Jacksonville
Who gets more girls around Gainesville...You or Jokim Noah
Chad Jackson (5:28 PM)
Probably Noah.
Soren (LA)
Can you beat J. Noah in a game of one on one?
Chad Jackson (5:29 PM)
I think my jumper is gettin' right and my penetration is pretty sick. He would dominate me in the low post though.
Stephanie (New Jersey)
Which is a better Qb, McNabb or Culpepper?
Chad Jackson (5:29 PM)
Whew. That's tough. I guess I would say McNabb but it's close.
Frank (Ohio)
What has been the most embarrasing moment in your life so far?
Chad Jackson (5:30 PM)
Hmm.. I'm not sure. I can't really think of anything specific. But I've had plenty of embarassing moments.
Harold (RI)
Whats going to be your madden rating in terms of overall and speed
Chad Jackson (5:31 PM)
It better be like a 98 or 99!
Zach (Purdue)
What experience was crazier, the NFL draft scouting or college recruiting?
Chad Jackson (5:31 PM)
The draft experience for sure.
Mark (Coral Springs, FL)
Chad why not try going back to school for a National Title?
Chad Jackson (5:32 PM)
I just felt like this was a low receiver class and I didn't have much else to accomplish. It was just a good opportunity for me to come out.
Frank (Ohio)
Is it true if you hit a line drive up the middle you would get beaned by the ball rounding second base?
Chad Jackson (5:32 PM)
I'm not that fast!
Petal
If you were a flower, what type of flower would you be and why?
Chad Jackson (5:33 PM)
Man, you guys ask tough question. Probably a dandelion.
ryan (new jersey(MIAMI DOL-FAN))
Have you spoke to any recievers currently in the NFL , if so, did you get any advice?
Chad Jackson (5:34 PM)
Yes, I have talked to Chris Chambers and Plaxico Burress. They told me you just have to feel like you are the best player on the field and to beleive nobody is better than you.
Ken (MSU)
Why is Joey Harrington so bad?
Chad Jackson (5:35 PM)
I couldn't tell you. I thought he was great coming out of college. I just don't know.
Shawn (Va Beach)
Who would win in a foot race you or Randy Moss?
Chad Jackson (5:35 PM)
It would be very close.
Nicholas (North Carolina)
Im a huge chiefs fan, have they showed any interest in you, and how would you like playing for the chiefs?
Chad Jackson (5:36 PM)
A little. I had a workout with them a couple weeks ago but that's about it.
kyle (philadelphia, pa)
what are you wearing on draft day?
Chad Jackson (5:36 PM)
I'm going casual. No suits.
Lars (Denmark)
Lets get down to it, which team win SB next year??
Chad Jackson (5:36 PM)
Whatever team I go to!
Michael Manassas,VA
Who are you most looking forward to meeting once you get to the NFL?
Chad Jackson (5:37 PM)
I'm not sure. Probably T.O.
Mark: (Jacksonville, FL)
How does it feel being in the NFL atmosphere? and GO GATORS!
Chad Jackson (5:38 PM)
I think the atmosphere will be totally different. But it's not a bad thing. Just different.
kyle (philadelphia, pa)
are you still gonna be friends with chris leak?
Chad Jackson (5:38 PM)
We'll stay in touch. I'll be there this Saturday at the spring game.
Ice Cold 9 Jacksonville, Fl
Are you gonna get an Iced out grill like Nelly or Edge?
Chad Jackson (5:39 PM)
I already got one!
Michael
If Spurrier ever becomes a head coach again, would you like to play for him?
Chad Jackson (5:39 PM)
Of course.
Jody (Gainesville, FL)
Dan Marino or Joe Montana?
Chad Jackson (5:40 PM)
I'd say Dan. I just like him. He's a really cool guy.
Jon (Cooper City, FL)
Where did you get the nickname Big Play Chad?
Chad Jackson (5:40 PM)
I think I got it my sophomore year. They used it in the newspaper a lot and it just stuck.
Mark (Coral Springs, FL)
Think Urban will ever leave for the NFL?
Chad Jackson (5:41 PM)
Not anytime soon.
Jamal (carson,Ca)
Will u be afraid to run routes across the middle of the field??
Chad Jackson (5:41 PM)
Not at all. I look forward to it.
Joe (Indiana)
What other positions did you play in high school?
Chad Jackson (5:42 PM)
Safety and running back.
Nate (Tampa)
Whats your favorite route?
Chad Jackson (5:43 PM)
Post.
joe (sd)
ever been booed?
Chad Jackson (5:43 PM)
When we play Alabama! It sucks to be booed.
Craig (SLC)
What's your best trash talkin line? or best that you've heard?
Chad Jackson (5:44 PM)
Not really. I just say whatever pops into my head.
Lou (L.A.,California)
Raiders, could you play for them?
Chad Jackson (5:44 PM)
Oh yeah. For sure. Randy on one side and me on the other!
luke (kansas)
Chad, aren't you a little tired of the Draft hype?
Chad Jackson (5:45 PM)
Yes. I'm just ready to get down to it and see where I'm going.
Chad Jackson (5:45 PM)
I want to see where Bush ends up and what he does.
Corey (Hoover, AL)
What did you think of the documentary MTV did on your old high school?? Bring back some memories???
Chad Jackson (5:46 PM)
I don't think it has aired yet. I'll be on one of the episodes.
kyle (philadelphia, pa)
are you friends with reggie or matt?
Chad Jackson (5:46 PM)
I've never met Reggie. I met Matt at the combine but we aren't friends or anything.
John (Gainesville)
Could Lincoln High School beat the Florida State Seminoles?
Chad Jackson (5:47 PM)
Nah, I don't think so.
Bill (Pittsburgh)
Whos your pick for the Madden cover?
Chad Jackson (5:48 PM)
I would say T.O.! He should be on the front cover doing something!
Chad Jackson (5:49 PM)
Thanks for the questions! Keep sending your girlfriend applications. We'll chat again sometime. Take care.
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