III holds the edge, leading in 2 of 4 categories (tackles (career), passes defended (career)). Jackson answers in interceptions (career) — which is exactly why this is the marquee debate.
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Card value — head to head
Carlton Davis III
$16
Climbing
5-yr outlook+19%
Legacy floor100%
Donte Jackson
$16
Climbing
5-yr outlook+25% ▲
Legacy floor100%
Card verdictBoth grade to about $16 today. Donte Jackson carries more projected upside (+25% vs. +19% over five years).