The Minnesota Vikings had an unspeakable tragedy happen on Saturday as fourth-round pick cornerback Khyree Jackson tragically passed away at the age of 24 per reports.
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
As of now, we have reports confirming he has passed away in an automobile accident from both Crepea and his high school. It's a tragedy on both a human and football level, as Jackson had such a bright future ahead of him in all walks of life.
Reactions are coming in fast and furious and it's heartbreaking.
Naaaah not lil Khyree 🤦🏾♂️🤦🏾♂️🤦🏾♂️🤦🏾♂️
— Jonathan Greenard (@jongreenard7) July 6, 2024
Oh my god. My heart goes out to khyree Jackson’s loved ones. That is unfathomably awful.
— Luke Braun (@LukeBraunNFL) July 6, 2024
RIP Khyree… Love you @Real_Khyree at a loss for words. I will miss your smile. Great player better person.
— Dan Lanning (@CoachDanLanning) July 6, 2024
Absolutely devastating. Heartbreaking. Spoke to Khyree Jackson’s agent, and the news is true. Devastating.
— Alec Lewis (@alec_lewis) July 6, 2024
31 🕊️
— Joshua Metellus (@NoExcuses_23) July 6, 2024
Was looking forward to it 💔 rest up ski https://t.co/HjEdijVMFu
— Jordan Addison (@Espn_Jordan) July 6, 2024