Tommy Jackson
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Tommy Jackson | |
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Date of birth | December 12, 1983 |
Place of birth | Opelika, Alabama |
Position(s) | DT |
College | Auburn |
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2006-present | Atlanta Falcons |
Tommy "T.J." Jackson (born December 12, 1983 in Opelika, Alabama) is a National Football League defensive tackle for the Atlanta Falcons. Jackson played collegiately with Auburn, before signing as an undrafted free agent with the Atlanta Falcons. In week 7 of his rookie season, Jackson was activated as starting noseguard to replace veteran Pro Bowler Rod Coleman, who is out with a toe injury. In only his second start, Jackson got his first sack in the NFL against the Cleveland Browns.