[1] He developed into one of the favorite targets of quarterback Ivan Toncic in 1959, along with future Pro Football Hall of Famer Mike Ditka, who also played the end position.
In a week-three 25–21 comeback win over UCLA, Jastrzembski caught the game-winning touchdown from Toncic with seconds left, and was carried off the field by teammates.
[2] He totaled 105 receiving yards on five receptions against UCLA, earning him "sophomore of the week" honors from his conference.
[3] Early in his career with Pittsburgh, Jastrzembski had "butter fingers now and then", but became better at catching the ball after taping his hands prior to each game, something he read Raymond Berry had done.
'"[4] As a junior in 1960, he finished the season with second-team all-state honors, only behind teammate Mike Ditka.