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Amir Jackson is a three-sport star for Portal (Georgia) High School. Jackson had 22 catches for 428 yards and four touchdowns in 2022, including four scores. That was good for an average of 19.4 yards per catch. Jackson also made an impact at safety in 2022, where had had 71 tackles, two forced fumbles and an interception. “Coaches like me because of my athleticism and my ability to make plays on the ball,” Jackson said. Jackson showcases that athleticism also on the basketball court and in track. Through three seasons of playing varsity basketball, Jackson averaged 13.9 points, 11.1 rebounds and 1.5 steals.

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