DeSean Jackson's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of DeSean Jackson.

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.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1999: Redskins Tandem Achieves Milestone

In 1999, the last time two Redskins players reached 1,000 receiving yards each in the same season before Jackson and Garcon achieved it.

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.

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: 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.

2007: All-American as Return Specialist

In 2007, DeSean Jackson was named an All-American as a return specialist, showcasing his versatility and impact on special teams.

2009: All-Pro Team Selection

In 2009, DeSean Jackson was selected to the Sporting News' All-Pro team as a punt returner, averaging 15.2 yards per punt return as the league leader.

December 19, 2010: Game-Winning Punt Return

On December 19, 2010, DeSean Jackson returned a punt 65 yards for a touchdown in the final 14 seconds of the game against the New York Giants, making it the first and only game-winning punt return on the final play from scrimmage in NFL history.

2010: Selected to Pro Bowl

In 2010, DeSean Jackson was selected to the Pro Bowl as a starting wide receiver and a kick returner, marking the first time a player was selected at two different positions in Pro Bowl history.

2010: Selected to Pro Bowl at Two Positions

In 2010, DeSean Jackson was the first player selected to the Pro Bowl at two different positions in the same year, as a wide receiver and return specialist.

2012: Ranked in NFL Top 100

In 2012, DeSean Jackson was ranked 71st by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players.

2013: Statistical Career Best

In 2013, DeSean Jackson had a career-best season statistically, leading to his third Pro Bowl selection, with 82 receptions for 1,332 yards.

2015: Ranked 50th in NFL Top 100

In 2015, DeSean Jackson was ranked 50th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players list.

September 9, 2018: Two Touchdowns against Saints

On September 9, 2018, DeSean Jackson had a strong performance with five passes for 146 yards and two touchdowns in a win over the New Orleans Saints, tying for third most in NFL history with 27 career touchdowns over 50 yards, despite suffering a concussion.