Fred Jackson is a running back with the Buffalo Bills in the National Football League. Out of Coe College in Iowa, Jackson signed with the Bills an a undrafted free agent in 2006.
Jackson re-signed with the Bills in May of 2009. The new contract is reportedly worth $7.5 million over the next four seasons.The Buffalo News: Jackson's New Contract
Fast Facts:
- Born: February 20, 1981
- Birthplace: Fort Worth, Texas
- Height: 6'1"
- Weight: 215 lbs
- Position: Running back
- High school: Lamar High School (Texas)
- College: Coe College
- Went undrafted in 2003
- Played with the UIF's Sioux City Bandits in 2004-2005
- Played for NFL Europe's Rhein Fire
- Stared his first NFL game in 2007
Brief History
Fred Jackson played for the Division III Coe College Kohawks, and was named an All-American in 2002, with 1,702 yards and 29 touchdowns. He went on to play for the United Indoor Football League for two years where he was the co-MVP in 2005, attaining 41 touchdowns in a single season. After a stint in the NFL Europe, the Buffalo Bills invited Jackson to training camp in 2006.
Jackson started his first game for the Bills in 2007 against the Washington Redskins. He finished the 2007 season with a total of 300 yards rushing and a 5.2 average per carry. His numbers improved in the 2008 season, playing in all 16 games and recording 130 carries for 571 yards and three touchdowns, plus 37 receptions for 317 yards and three fumbles one of which was lost.
Fred Jackson Vital Stats
- Mahalo's Guide to Buffalo Bills
- NFL.com: Career Stats
- Height: 6'1"
- Weight: 215 lbs
- Rookie Year: 2006
Fred Jackson Merchandise
- NFL Shop: Fred Jackson Merchandise
