Eddie Jackson has screw removed from broken leg

Former Alabama safety Eddie Jackson recently underwent a procedure on his surgically-repaired leg, according to a report.

NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport says Jackson had a screw removed from his leg because it was causing discomfort.

On advice of teams at Combine recheck, Bama S Eddie Jackson had screw causing discomfort removed from his surgically repaired leg yesterday

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 26, 2017

Jackson suffered the fractured leg last October during Alabama’s game against Texas A&M and missed the rest of the season. He was a highly-regarded player both on and off the field.

The good news is that according to Rapoport, Jackson will be available for all football activity after being drafted.

Following the procedure, #Bama S @EJackson_4 will be available for all football activity, including rookie mini camp. Minor work done.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 26, 2017

Jackson is projected to be a potential 3rd-5th round pick.