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Former NFL wide receiver DeSean Jackson was officially introduced as Delaware State's football coach during a ceremony on Wednesday, marking another instance of an ex-star NFL player leading an HBCU program.
During an introductory press conference, Jackson referenced Pro Football Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, who enjoyed great success at Jackson State (2020-2022), but noted that he'll do things his way at Delaware State.
"I know a lot of people say, 'Coach Prime, Coach Prime.' I respect him and he gave us, guys like myself, an opportunity," Jackson said, per Tim Furlong and David Chang of NBC 10 Philadelphia.