Janerious Jackson is a junior running back for Nevada standing 6'1" and weighing 220 pounds. A native of Atlanta, Georgia, Jackson transferred to the Wolf Pack after two seasons at Feather River College. At Feather River, he rushed for 2,484 yards and 27 touchdowns with 7.2 yards per carry. In 2025, his final season with the Golden Eagles, Jackson ran for 1,368 yards and 22 touchdowns, achieving at least 100 yards in eight of ten games, including a 223-yard, four-touchdown performance against Los Medanos. He was named 2025 Pacific-7 Offensive Most Valuable Player and Bowl Championship MVP after recording 187 yards and two scores in a 42-21 victory.