In a tragic turn of events, Minnesota Vikings rookie cornerback Khyree Jackson, aged 24, lost his life in a car accident on July 6, 2024, in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. The crash also claimed the lives of his former high school teammates, Isaiah Hazel and Anthony Lytton Jr.
The accident occurred around 3:15 a.m. on northbound Route 4 near Presidential Parkway. The three men were traveling in a Dodge Charger driven by Hazel when their vehicle was struck b
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Jackson’s journey to the NFL was marked by resilience and determination. After facing setbacks in his early football career, he worked at a grocery store before reigniting his passion for the sport. He played college football at Fort Scott Community College, the University of Alabama, and the University of Oregon, where he earned First Team All-Pac-12 honors. The Vikings selected him in the fourth round of the 2024 NFL Draft.
Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell expressed his grief, stating, “I am absolutely crushed by this news. Khyree brought a contagious energy to our facility and our team. His confidence and engaging personality immediately drew his team
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