Joe Jackson (football player)
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Joe Jackson (football player) | |
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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 |
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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.