Former NFL WR Vincent Jackson found dead in Florida hotel at age 38
Vincent Jackson was a talented wide receiver in the pro ranks, spending 12 seasons in the NFL — 7 with the San Diego Chargers and 5 with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Sadly, he was found dead in a hotel room in Brandon, Florida, on Monday morning. He was 38 years old.
Per the report from the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, Jackson was reported missing on Feb. 11 by his family. He was discovered in his hotel room by the housekeeper. Per the report, there was no sign of trauma:
BREAKING (Awful). The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of former Tampa Bay Buccaneers player Vincent Jackson. Jackson, 38, was found deceased on Monday, February 15, 2021, at the Homewood Suites located at 10240 Palm River Road in Brandon, Florida. pic.twitter.com/SOTftyGnSx
— Josh Benson (@WFLAJosh) February 15, 2021
The full release on the death of former WR Vincent Jackson. pic.twitter.com/8GzX7kWSl8
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) February 15, 2021
Jackson had 6 seasons in which he had at least 1,000 receiving yards. He finished his career with 57 touchdowns.
He also made 3 Pro Bowls. Jackson went to college at Northern Colorado.
