HBCU, DeSean Jackson

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.
DeSean Jackson lands transfer from HBCU champions
DeSean Jackson landed a talented player from the HBCU national champions in his first official weekend as head coach.
Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson's hiring could create a few HBCU shockwaves
Two former Philadelphia Eagles will lead historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) next college football season. On December 20th, Michael Vick was h
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.
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 lands HBCU champion as first recruit to Delaware State
The DeSean Jackson era of Delaware State football is off and running, by landing a high-profile first recruit. The new head coach and multiple NFL Pro Bowler is adding a past champion from the HBCU realm.
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.
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 is the latest former NFL star to become head coach at HBCU
It’s official: former NFL All-Pro DeSean Jackson will be the head coach of Delaware State’s football program. Jackson had an elite football career, including a 15-year NFL career and becoming an All-American wide receiver at the University of California, Berkeley from 2005 to 2007.
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
DeSean Jackson and Michael Vick Are Bringing Star Power to HBCU Football
With their combined star power and leadership, DeSean Jackson and Michael Vick are shining a spotlight on HBCU football.
DeSean Jackson, Delaware State Agree to Contract to Be Next HC; 'Dream' to Coach HBCU
DeSean Jackson is taking a crack at collegiate coaching. Delaware State officially announced the former NFL player as the ...