Khyree Jackson was a fourth-round selection of the Vikings in the 2024 draft.
FILE - Charlotte defensive back Isaiah Hazel plays against Georgia State during an NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, in Charlotte, N.C. Hazel was one of three people who died in an overnight three-car crash in Prince George’s County, according to Maryland State Police, Saturday, July 6, 2024. Vikings rookie cornerback Khyree Jackson was killed Saturday morning in a car crash in Maryland, police and the team said.
“I am heartbroken by the loss of Khyree,” Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah said in the statement. “As we got to know him throughout the pre-draft process, it was clear the goals Khyree wanted to accomplish both professionally and personally. His story was one of resilience. He was taking steps to become the best version of himself not just for him, but for those who cared about and looked up to him.
“I am at a loss for words. My heart goes out to Khyree’s family, friends, teammates and coaches,” Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell said in the statement.
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