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One year after Minnesota Vikings rookie cornerback Khyree Jackson passed away in a drunk driving accident, the Khyree Jackson Foundation is partnering with the Oregon Ducks to honor the athlete.

Oregon Ducks Remember Khyree Jackson on Anniversary of Death

Khyree Jackson is being remembered by his Oregon Ducks teammates on the anniversary of his tragic passing. The late Minnesota Vikings defensive back passed away in a car accident on July 6, 2024 in Maryland, a few months after being a fourth-round pick in the NFL Draft.

NFL News / Oregon Ducks on SI / June 25

Khyree Jackson Foundation Establishes Scholarship For Student Athletes At Alma Mater

The family of former Oregon Ducks and Minnesota Vikings cornerback Khyree Jackson continues to keep his memory alive a year after his tragic death. The Khyree Jackson Foundation announced that it’s offering a new scholarship to a graduating senior at his alma mater, Dr.

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Parents Of Late Oregon Ducks' Khyree Jackson Start Non-Profit Foundation in His Honor

Ebony and Raymond Jackson have launched the non-profit known as the Khyree Jackson Foundation to honor their late son. The former Oregon Ducks cornerback and No.

NFL News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / April 19

Khyree Jackson Foundation Launched: Roll Call, April 19, 2025

The Minnesota Vikings officially announced that on Thursday, Khyree Jackson's parents launched the Khyree Jackson Foundation to "inspire the next generation

NFL News / Oregon Ducks on SI / April 17

Detroit Lions' Terrion Arnold Honors Late Khyree Jackson With Jersey Number Change

Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold is honoring his late teammate by changing his jersey number for the 2025 season. According to ESPN's Eric Woodyard, Arnold is switching from No.

NFL News / 5 GOATs / April 15

Lions’ Terrion Arnold changing jersey number to honor late Alabama teammate Khyree Jackson

Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold is changing his jersey number to six to honor former Alabama teammate Khyree Jackson. While appearing on New Wave Pod, Arnold explained why he’s honoring Jackson, who died in July.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 6

Lions' Terrion Arnold Changed Jersey Number to Honor Khyree Jackson

Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold revealed on social media the reason for changing his jersey number to No. 6 this upcoming NFL season. After wearing No.

Detroit Lions News / FirstSportz / April 6

Lions’ Terrion Arnold switching to the number 6 jersey number next season in tribute to Khyree Jackson

Terrion Arnold announced on Saturday the change of his jersey number to honor former college teammate Khyree Jackson. It’s a great gesture from the Detroit Lions cornerback.

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Terrion Arnold has a touching way of honoring former teammate and Oregon Duck Khyree Jackson

Last year, Terrion Arnold and Khyree Jackson were set to be rookie cornerbacks in the NFL, looking to make their dreams of playing football on the biggest stage a reality.

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Former Vikings CB Khyree Jackson being honored by college teammate Terrion Arnold in 2025 and it's beautiful

The Minnesota Vikings had a tough July last year. Right after the Fourth of July, they lost cornerback Khyree Jackson to a tragic car accident. The Vikings had taken him into the fourth round and expected really big things from him in Brian Flores' defense.

NFL News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / April 4

Terrion Arnold honors late Alabama teammate Khyree Jackson with number change

Former Alabama defensive back, Terrion Arnold is switching to No. 6 with the Detroit Lions to honor Khyree Jackson. Jackson and Arnold played together in Alabama before Jackson took his talents to Oregon and was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings.

NFL News / The Spun / January 23

Woman Charged With Vehicular Manslaughter In Death Of Vikings DB

A woman has been charged with a DUI and vehicular manslaughter regarding the crash that killed former Minnesota Vikings cornerback Khyree Jackson and his two friends, Isaiah Hazel and Anthony Lytton Jr, in July 2024.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / January 23

Driver charged more than six months after crash that killed Vikings' Khyree Jackson

The driver who allegedly caused the crash that killed Vikings rookie Khyree Jackson and two of his high school teammates last July was charged on Thursday in Prince George's County, Maryland.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Sports Fan / January 23

Alcohol Possibly Involved in Death of Vikings CB Khyree Jackson; More Info Reportedly Coming Soon…

This season the Minnesota Vikings wore a constant “KJ” patch on their helmets and clothing. Minnesota drafted Oregon cornerback Khyree Jackson. He looked like a difference maker on defense, but the story was cut short.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 10, 2024

Vikings honoring Khyree Jackson in various ways at preseason opener

The Vikings are honoring Khyree Jackson in various ways before and during their preseason opener at U.S. Bank Stadium on Saturday. The rookie cornerback who would've been playing in this game tragically passed in a car accident, along with high school teammates Isaiah Hazel and Anthony Lytton Jr., in July.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Sports Fan / July 26, 2024

Watch: Kevin O’Connell Delivers Powerful Speech At Khyree Jackson’s Funeral

On Friday, several members of the Minnesota Vikings took a brief break from training camp to attend the funeral of teammate Khyree Jackson. This included Dallas Turner, who played with Jackson with the Alabama Crimson Tide.

Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / July 26, 2024

Vikings rookie had the most heartfelt tribute for late Khyree Jackson

Minnesota Vikings rookie Dallas Turner had a bond with Khyree Jackson which went beyond wearing the same jersey.

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Vikings Pay Homage to Khyree Jackson at Training Camp

There’s no easy way to move on for the Minnesota Vikings after experiencing the tragic death of rookie cornerback Khyree Jackson. But the Vikings deserve credit for doing their best to honor the former Oregon standout who lost his life way too young at the age of 24.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / July 22, 2024

Vikings make touching gesture for family of late CB Khyree Jackson

It’s been a little over two weeks since the tragic passing of Minnesota Vikings rookie cornerback Khyree Jackson. It was revealed on Monday morning that the team plans to honor Jackson’s memory and will make a heartfelt gesture for his family, according to The 33rd Team’s Ari Meirov.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Sports Fan / July 13, 2024

Shots Ring Out in Parking Lot After Khyree Jackson Vigil

Over Fourth of July weekend, in their hometown of Marlboro, MD., Minnesota Vikings rookie cornerback Khyree Jackson and two former teammates/friends, Anthony Lytton & Isaiah Hazel, died in a car accident involving two other vehicles.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL Draft on SI / July 7, 2024

Vikings mourn the loss of fourth-round pick Khyree Jackson

Tragedy struck the Minnesota Vikings as 2024 NFL Draft fourth round pick Khyree Jackson was killed in a car accident on Saturday morning. Jackson and two of his high school football teammates were struck by a driver, where alcohol was presumed to be the cause, causing their car to go off the road and hit multiple tree stumps.