Raleigh T. Jackson was named as The Rock's linebackers coach in March 2011 after serving one season as tight ends coach at his alma mater, The Citadel.
Jackson helped The Citadel finish the 2011 season ranked fourth nationally among FCS-member institutions in rushing, averaging 286.6 yards a game. The Citadel also improved its scoring average from 14.9 to 23.5 points per game in 2011.
Prior to joining The Citadel staff, Jackson served three years at Missouri Southern State University in such capacities as defensive run game coordinator, recruiting coordinator, defensive line Coach and linebackers coach. Under Jackson’s tutelage, linebacker Jared Brawner and defensive tackle Brandon Williams achieved All-America status in 2008 and 2010, respectively. Jarious Jarvis, Kenny Smith and Dave Benham were also selected as All-MIAA picks during his tenure.
In 2010, the Missouri Southern defense led the MIAA in total defense, rush defense, tackles for loss and sacks by defensive linemen.
A 2007 graduate of The Citadel, Jackson received a Bachelor of Arts degree in history. A four-year letterman, Jackson was a starter as a senior (2006) and helped lead The Citadel to its first winning record in the Southern Conference in 15 seasons.
Originally from Orangeburg, S.C., Jackson was a two-time all-state and all-area linebacker for Orangeburg-Wilkinson High School.
Jackson previously coached at Goose Creek High School in Goose Creek, S.C., where he coached under former Baylor head coach Chuck Reedy. Jackson served as the defensive ends coach and assisted with special teams.
