One of the most electrifying players in NFL history IS HANGING UP HIS CLEATS FOR GOOD.
One of the great deep threats in modern NFL history, DeSean Jackson is not planning to play a 16th season. Former Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson, who spent 15 seasons in the NFL, will officially retire Friday.
Jackson will officially retire Friday and will be made an honorary captain by the Eagles for their home game Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers.
“DeSean Jackson was a dynamic playmaker who captivated Eagles fans with his game-breaking speed, unique skill set, and explosive play,” team chairman Jeffrey Lurie said in a statement. “What made DeSean truly stand out during his accomplished 15-year career was his ability to make miraculous plays look routine.”
Jackson enjoyed his greatest success in eight seasons as a member of the Eagles. He instantly built a reputation as one of the fastest wide receivers in the game.
The biggest play of Jackson’s career was the unforgettable “Miracle at the New Meadowlands,” when he returned a punt for a game-winning touchdown with no time remaining.
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The three-time Pro Bowler accumulated 379 catches for 6,512 yards and 35 receiving touchdowns with the Eagles. He also added four punt return scores for the franchise. Over the course of his entire career, he led the NFL in yards per reception on four occasions.
Overall, he caught 641 passes for 11,263 yards and 58 touchdowns receiving. Jackson added 364 career postseason receiving yards.
