Category: Vincent Jackson

Medical Examiner: Vincent Jackson Died of Chronic Alcohol Use

The February death of former NFL wide receiver Vincent Jackson was due to chronic alcohol use, the Hillsborough County (Fla.) Medical Examiner announced Wednesday. The medical examiner ruled the death “natural.” Jackson, who was 38, was found dead in a hotel room in Brandon, Fla. Earlier this week, the Concussion Legacy Foundation announced that Jackson…


Former NFL Receiver Vincent Jackson Found Dead in Hotel Room

BRANDON—Former NFL wide receiver Vincent Jackson was found dead Monday at a Florida hotel room, days after authorities spoke with him as part of a welfare check, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office. A housekeeper discovered the 38-year-old’s body at around 11:30 a.m. Monday, official said. There were no signs of trauma and the…