Former NFL wide receiver DeSean Jackson has been hired as the head coach of the Delaware State University football team. This marks Jackson's first foray into coaching and his return to his alma mater, where he played his college football.
The opportunity for me to help write another chapter here at DSU is a once-in-a-lifetime moment consistent with my journey as a young boy finding his way to manhood through mentorship, accountability, achievement, and discipline,' Jackson said in a statement.'If we build that kind of culture at Delaware State University, we will attract the right talent and radically change the trajectory of this program. I cannot wait to get started.
' A source had told ESPN's Pete Thamel that it had always been a dream of Jackson's to coach at a historically Black college or university. Jackson referenced that importance in his statement, saying the story of HBCUs'continues to be written and includes the elevation of HBCU scholars and scholar athletes in every field of human endeavor.' Jackson will be introduced in a news conference Jan. 8. He is the first hire by athletic director Tony Tucker, who took over the role earlier this month. 'DeSean Jackson is a perfect fit for our institution -- incredibly competitive, optimistic about the prospects for our collective future, and focused on the fundamentals of the institution: STUDENTS FIRST,' Tucker said in a statement. Jackson, 38, replaces Lee Hull, who was dismissed earlier this month after two disappointing seasons, including a 1-11 showing this year.Jackson, who retired as a member of the Eagles after the 2023 season, made the Pro Bowl in three of his eight seasons with the team. He became the first player in NFL history to earn Pro Bowl honors at two positions -- kick returner and wide receiver. He played 15 years overall and had stints with theJackson's former coaches Andy Reid and Sean McVay were among those praising his hiring, with Reid saying he would'stake my career on his success at Delaware State.' In 95 career games with the Eagles, Jackson ranks third all time in receiving yards (6,512), sixth in receptions (379) and ninth in receiving touchdowns (35
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