Summary

Jack Kiser was selected in the 4th Round (#107 Overall) in the 2025 Draft out of Notre Dame. Kiser is a fundamentally sound, high‑character linebacker whose strengths lie in intelligence, tackling consistency, versatility and leadership. While he may lack the elite athletic traits of some peers, his production, instincts and football acumen give him a strong foundation for an NFL career. With careful development, he stands to carve out a valuable role and could become a reliable contributor for the Jaguars.

Strengths

• High football IQ & leadership: Kiser is recognized for his intelligence, film study, and ability to organize and communicate on defense. His captaincy and off‑field accolades reflect this. SI

• Consistent production and tackling: Over his college career Kiser accumulated 275 tackles, six sacks, and four interceptions, demonstrating reliability and versatility. Jacksonville Jaguars

• Versatility & special teams value: He played in multiple roles on defense and contributed on special teams—an asset for breaking into the NFL early. Big Cat Country

• Instinctive play and pursuit: Kiser shows a knack for being around the ball, making plays in pursuit, forcing turnovers (forced fumbles, interceptions) at the college level. Big Cat Country

Weaknesses

• Athletic limitations: While smart and productive, Kiser does not project as an elite athlete in terms of top‑end speed or change‑of‑direction burst. Some scouting reports flag this as a constraint for his ceiling.

• Block‑shedding and physicality vs NFL blockers: He may struggle when asked to take on larger, more powerful linemen or fullbacks at the next level; his ability to disengage blocks needs refinement.

• Coverage range / agility in space: In pass coverage, particularly in open field or when asked to cover fast tight ends or running backs, there may be exposure due to athletic limitations.

• Career‑age and development time: As a sixth‑year college player (by 2025) and older rookie, his developmental runway may be shorter than younger prospects. Some teams view that as a minor concern. Big Cat Country

Fit & Outlook

Kiser fits best in a defense that uses linebackers in multiple roles—spot blitzing, sub packages, run support, and special teams. He might be especially valuable early as a rotational or two‑down linebacker while he adapts to the speed and physicality of the NFL. If Kiser can refine his block‑shedding, remain durable, and continue to maximize his instincts, his floor is that of a strong backup/rotational linebacker who contributes on special teams and in certain defensive packages. His ceiling—while somewhat limited by athletic traits—is as a steady starter who brings leadership and dependable production.