DeSean Jackson, NFL and HBCU

LOOK: DeSean Jackson Makes a Splash by Signing Son of NFL Legend
Delaware State head coach DeSean Jackson made a splash at his new job by getting a transfer commitment from the son of an NFL legend
DeSean Jackson latest former NFL star to become coach at an HBCU
Historically Black colleges and universities are leveling up with new coaching hires who bring stardom and NFL playing experience to the sidelines. On Friday, former Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver and eight-time Pro Bowler DeSean Jackson was hired as the new head coach for the Delaware State Hornets.
DeSean Jackson talks HBCU coaching job he couldn’t pass up
Delaware State University will hold its first press conference with Coach Jackson on campus at the University’s Athletic Hall of Fame in the MLK Student Center on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. The post DeSean Jackson talks HBCU coaching job he couldn’t pass up appeared first on HBCU Gameday.
Ex-NFL star DeSean Jackson finalizing deal to become head coach at Delaware State
Former Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson is reportedly closing in on an agreement to become the next head coach at Delaware State University. Jackson, 38, had an on-campus interview, and the school and ex-NFL wideout are expected to “come together” soon,” ESPN reported Thursday.
Former NFL receiver DeSean Jackson hired as the football coach at Delaware State
DOVER, Del. — Former NFL receiver DeSean Jackson is taking over the football program at Delaware State. The school announced Jackson's hire Friday in the latest move by a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference program to hire a former NFL star as its football coach. Norfolk State hired Michael Vick last week.
DeSean Jackson creating a West Coast to HBCU pipeline
Less than a week after being officially named head coach at Delaware State, former NFL star DeSean Jackson is creating a pipeline from the West Coast to the HBCU. Jackson, who hails from Los Angeles, has received multiple commits from California since his ...
Ex-NFL Star DeSean Jackson to Take Head Coaching Job at HBCU Delaware State
Jackson is finalizing a deal to become the head coach of Delaware State's football program, according to a Thursday afternoon report from Pete Thamel of ESPN. The 38-year-old played 15 years in the NFL, ending his career in 2023 after spending time with six different teams.
DeSean Jackson lands transfer from HBCU champions
DeSean Jackson landed a talented player from the HBCU national champions in his first official weekend as head coach.
DeSean Jackson Lands High-Profile Commitment From NFL Son In His First Week At Delaware State
Delaware State officially named former NFL wide receiver DeSean Jackson as its head football coach on Dec. 27. He immediately started building a
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Eagles stars: DeSean Jackson brings 'Coach Prime' effect to Delaware State − beyond big name
DESEAN TO DSU:Eagles great DeSean Jackson explains why he is taking over as Delaware State head coach "I think it’s great for those (NFL) guys to go back and get those opportunities to help ...
Delaware State hires DeSean Jackson: Ex-NFL All-Pro, Cal standout returns to college ranks as first-time coach
Jackson joins a growing list of coaches asked to lead a college program without prior experience at that level ...
DeSean Jackson finalizing deal to become latest ex-NFL star to land college head coaching job: report
DeSean Jackson has become the latest ex-NFL player to join the collegiate ranks. He is reportedly finalizing a deal with ...
Eagles great DeSean Jackson explains why he is taking over as Delaware State head coach
But Jackson was unceremoniously released by former Eagles head coach Chip Kelly in the spring of 2014, coming off Jackson's ...