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.
Eagles stars: DeSean Jackson brings 'Coach Prime' effect to Delaware State − beyond big name
Delaware State is about to find out after recently hiring Jackson. Jackson, 38, finished up a 15-year NFL career in 2022, which included two stints with the Eagles from 2008 as their second-round pick through 2013 and again from 2019-20.
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.
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 creating a West Coast to HBCU pipeline
It's quite clear from his short time at he helm at Delaware State that DeSean Jackson is creating an HBCU pipeline to the west coast - something that has historically been difficult to do. It will be interesting to see how it works out moving forward. The post DeSean Jackson creating a West Coast to HBCU pipeline appeared first on HBCU Gameday.
Former NFL receiver DeSean Jackson hired as football coach at Delaware State
DOVER, Del. — Former Eagles 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.
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 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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Delaware State head coach DeSean Jackson made a splash at his new job by getting a transfer commitment from the son of an NFL ...
Delaware State hires DeSean Jackson: Ex-NFL All-Pro, Cal standout returns to college ranks as first-time coach
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DeSean Jackson finalizing deal to become latest ex-NFL star to land college head coaching job: report
Another former NFL star will be leading a college program in 2025. DeSean Jackson, the dynamic wide receiver who spent 15 years in the NFL, winning one Super Bowl and making three Pro Bowls ...
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Former NFL receiver DeSean Jackson hired as the football coach at Delaware State
DOVER, Del. (AP) — Former NFL receiver DeSean Jackson is taking over the football program at Delaware State. The school announced Jackson’s hire Dec. 27 in the latest move by a Mid-Eastern ...