Minnesota Vikings fourth-round pick Khyree Jackson has tragically passed away in an auto accident at the age of 24 years old. The news was first reported by The Oregonian's James Crepea.
Former Oregon CB Khyree Jackson, who was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings, died in an auto accident, his agent and former high school coach confirm.
— James Crepea (@JamesCrepea) July 6, 2024
Rumors had started to circulate early Saturday morning about the tragic situation and were ultimately confirmed. As stated above, his agent and high school confirmed to him the news. His high school, Dr. Henry A. Wise, Jr. High School's athletic department sent a condolences tweet on Saturday morning.
BREAKING: NFL world shocked and saddened by Jackson's surprising death
The Dr. Henry A. Wise Athletic Department sends condolences to the families and mourns the loss of Khyree Jackson (State Champ 2016 c/o '17) Anthony Lytton, Jr. (AJ) (State Champ 2015,16,17 c/o '18) and Isaiah Hazel (State Champ 2015, 16, 17 c/o '19). #OnceAPumaAlwaysAPuma pic.twitter.com/8SsQEgbR0G
— Wise Athletics (@WisePumaSports) July 6, 2024
This is absolutely tragic news for both the Vikings and the National Football League. We will continue to update as we get more information.
