The Minnesota Vikings had some incredibly disappointing news come out as their 2024 fourth-round pick cornerback Khyree Jackson tragically passed away on Friday night in an overnight car accident. While details at the time of this writing are scarce, Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah released a statement regarding the situation.
“I am heartbroken by the loss of Khyree. As we got to know him throughout the pre-draft process, it was clear the goals Khyree wanted to accomplish both professionally and personally. His story was one of resilience. He was taking steps to become the best version of himself not just for him, but for those who cared about and looked up to him. Khyree’s personality captured every room he was in. I’m devastated that his life and everything he had in front of him has been cut short. My thoughts are with Khyree’s family and friends, those who played with and coached him in college and his teammates and coaches here at the Vikings.”
The Minnesota Vikings’ owners Mark and Zygi Wilf also had a statement regarding the passing of Khyree Jackson, which is posted below.
“We are deeply saddened by the news of Khyree’s passing. Khyree had an extremely bright future ahead of him as a player, and it was clear he was dedicated to becoming a tremendous person who made a positive difference in people’s lives. We are thinkingabout Khyree’s family and friends and all members of the Minnesota Vikings following this devastating loss.”
Thoughts and prayers for the friends, family and fans of Khyree Jackson at this time.
What did Khyree Jackson do in college football?
Khyree Jackson began his collegiate career with the Alabama Crimson Tide and played two seasons with the team before deciding to transfer to the Oregon Ducks before the 2023 college football season. That is where Jackson made a bigger name for himself on the field as he shined in the Ducks’ secondary.
He would play 12 games and finish with 34 total tackles, two sacks, three interceptions and seven pass deflections. Pro Football Focus gave Khyree Jackson an 80.5 overall grade for the season as he only allowed one touchdown and 200 total yards on 19 catches in coverage.
The Minnesota Vikings would wind up selecting him with the 108th pick in the 2024 NFL draft.
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