• Vincent Jackson is a wide receiver in the National Football League. He currently plays for the San Diego Chargers.

  Vincent was arrested for DUI on January 6, 2009.NBC Washington: What Does Jackson's DUI Arrest Mean for the Chargers? (January 6, 2009) On February 17, 2009, Jackson pleaded not guilty to the charges. He will return to court on March 23, 2009.CBSSports.com: Chargers' Jackson Enters Not Guilty Plea to DUI Charges

• 1. Born: January 14, 1983
  2. Birthplace: Fort Polk, Louisiana
  3. Height: 6'5"
  4. Weight: 241 lbs
  5. Jersey:
     1. 83
  6. Position: Wide receiver
  7. College: University of Northern Colorado
  8. NFL Draft: 61st overall in 2005 (San Diego Chargers)

• NFL Career

  After being drafted by the Chargers in 2005, Vincent Jackson made his debut on October 6 against the Oakland Raiders. Jackson played in all 16 regular-season games in 2006. During that year, he had 27 catches for 453 yards and six touchdowns.

  In 2007, Jackson started every game and increased his receptions and yardage while scoring three touchdowns. Jackson has nine touchdown catches through 2007. He returned as a starting receiving for the Chargers in 2008.Chargers.com: Vincent Jackson

  In 2008, Jackson had 41 catches for 623 yards and three touchdowns during the regular season. During the NFL Playoffs he led the league with 300 postseason receiving yards. He had his first career 100-yard game when he recorded 114 yards.Chargers.com: Vincent Jackson

• DUI Arrest

  Jackson was arrested on January 6, 2009 for driving under the influence. Chargers' general manager, A.J. Smith, said Chargers were "disappointed" and "take these issues very seriously", but did not immediately comment further. The NFL's Collective Bargaining Agreement prohibits teams from disciplining players for alcohol or drug offenses, only the league can do so until the case has gone through the appropriate legal process.NBC Washington: What Does Jackson's DUI Arrest Mean for the Chargers? (January 6, 2009)

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