Khyree Jackson, recently selected by the Minnesota Vikings NFL, he died early saturday morning along with two other young men was involved in a car accident on the outskirts of Washington, local police said. Jackson, from 24 years old. He was selected in the fourth round of the American Football League (NFL) draft in April and had not yet debuted in a Vikings uniform.
The promising cornerback He was traveling as a co-pilot with two former high school teammates.also died in the accident. According to Maryland State Police, the vehicle was struck by another car before leaving the highway and crashed into some trees. Police suspect alcohol consumption may have been a factor in the collision.which is under investigation.
Before being drafted by Minnesota, Jackson played two seasons at the University of Alabama and his final season at Oregon. Several personalities from the American league immediately echoed the news and sent their condolences via social networks to relatives and friends. Without a doubt, the most emotional are those of the Vikings themselves and the head coach Kevin O’Connell.
We are devastated by the news of Khyree Jackson’s death following a late-night car accident.
Our thoughts are with Khyree’s family, friends, teammates and coaches, as well as all the victims of this tragic accident.
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— Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) July 6, 2024
“We are devastated to hear of Khyree Jackson’s death following a nighttime car accident. Our thoughts are with Khyree’s family, friends, teammates and coaches, as well as all the victims of this tragic accident,” the statement from Minnesota said.
For his part, the American coach was also deeply affected by the tragic news. “I am absolutely devastated by this tragic news. Khyree brought an infectious energy to our facility and our team. His confidence and engaging personality immediately attracted his teammates to him. In the short time we spent together, it was evident that Kyhree would become an outstanding professional soccer player.”.
