Former NFL Quarterback Tarvaris Jackson Passes Away At 36
By: Omar Cook
Former NFL quarterback Tarvaris Jackson passed away Sunday night in a car crash at the young age of 36. The crash happened about 7 miles outside of Jackson's hometown of Montgomery, Alabama after his vehicle struck a tree and overturned. .Tarvaris Jackson spent 10 years in the NFL after being drafted 64th overall in 2006. Jackson spent time with the Minnesota Vikings and Seattle Seahawks after his college career at Alabama State University.
Jackson most recently served as the quarterbacks Coach at Tennessee State University.
"My heart is so heavy with hurt hearing of the passing of Coach Jackson," said Tennessee State director of athletics Teresa Phillips. "We were blessed with him for a short time but he did make an impact with our young men in this one season at TSU. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his young family and all who knew and loved him."
The Seahawks are stunned and heartbroken to learn of the tragic passing of legend Tarvaris Jackson.
— Seattle Seahawks (@Seahawks) April 13, 2020
T-Jack earned the respect of the organization and teammates with his competitiveness, toughness and professionalism. Our deepest condolences go out to his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/4YApkKaVnh
Jackson finished his career with 7263 yards and 39 touchdowns in 59 career games. He won a Super Bowl with the Seattle Seahawks in 2013. Jackson is a major inspiration to many especially in the Black College football world after being one of the few Black quarterbacks to be drafted out of the SWAC conference and sustaining a lengthy NFL career.
Jackson is survived by his wife, Lakitta, and three children, Tarvaris, Takayla and Tyson.
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