Childhood and Education Journey of DeSean Jackson in Timeline
An overview of the childhood and early education of DeSean Jackson, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.
DeSean Jackson is an American college football coach and former NFL player, currently the head football coach at Delaware State University. Renowned for his exceptional speed, he excelled as a wide receiver and is considered one of the NFL's premier deep-threat receivers. He played college football at California, earning All-American honors twice. Drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in 2008, he also played for Washington, Tampa Bay, the Los Angeles Rams, and Baltimore. A three-time Pro Bowl selection, Jackson was the first player named to the Pro Bowl at two positions in the same year (wide receiver and return specialist in 2010). Following his NFL career, Jackson transitioned to coaching, culminating in his appointment as head coach at Delaware State in 2024.
December 1, 1986: DeSean Jackson Born
On December 1, 1986, DeSean Jackson was born. He is known for his speed and recognized as one of the best deep threats in NFL history.
2004: Glenn Davis Award Winner
In 2004, DeSean Jackson was named the Glenn Davis Award winner by the Los Angeles Times, recognizing him as Southern California's player of the year.
2004: U.S. Army All-American Bowl MVP
In 2004, DeSean Jackson was voted the Most Valuable Player at the U.S. Army All-American Bowl after a standout performance.
2005: First Collegiate Game
In 2005, during his first collegiate game against Sacramento State, DeSean Jackson scored both an offensive and special teams touchdown, marking a strong start to his college football career.
2006: First-Team All-American
In 2006, DeSean Jackson was recognized as a first-team All-American while playing college football for the California Golden Bears.
2007: Final Season at California
DeSean Jackson played for the California Golden Bears football team until 2007, marking the end of his college football career before declaring for the NFL draft.
2007: Left Cal for NFL Draft
Following the 2007 season, DeSean Jackson left Cal and declared for the 2008 NFL draft, ending his college career to pursue professional football.
2007: Two-Time First-Team All-American
In 2007, DeSean Jackson was again recognized as a first-team All-American for his performance as a wide receiver for the California Golden Bears.
2008: Declared for NFL Draft
In 2008, DeSean Jackson officially declared for the NFL draft after a successful college career at California.
2008: Drafted by Philadelphia Eagles
In 2008, DeSean Jackson was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the second round of the NFL draft, launching his professional career.
May 14, 2009: Father's Death
On May 14, 2009, DeSean Jackson's father passed away after being hospitalized with pancreatic cancer during the Eagles' playoff run that year.
April 2011: Won Hole in the Wall
In April 2011, DeSean Jackson participated in and won a competition of Hole in the Wall.
July 28, 2011: Training Camp Holdout
On July 28, 2011, DeSean Jackson failed to report to Eagles' training camp, facing fines of $30,000-a-day until he reported.
2017: Small Role in All Eyez on Me
In 2017, DeSean Jackson had a small role in the film All Eyez on Me.
