Joe Jackson (football player)

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Joe Jackson (football player)
Date of birth May 7, 1949
Place of birth Cincinnati, Ohio
Position(s) Defensive lineman
College New Mexico State
NFL Draft 1972 / Round 6 / Pick 139
Statistics
Team(s)
1972-1973
1977
New York Jets
Minnesota Vikings

Joe "Joey" Jackson was a former Minnesota Vikings and New York Jets defensive end. He finished second in quarterback sacks as a rookie. He is a currently an Evangelist to athletes in Arizona.

He attended and played for the New Mexico State University and also elected to the New Mexico State University hall of fame. He was later drafted in the 5th round by the New York Jets. He was in the Superstar Sports Magazine all rookie team.