Vincent Jackson, a former NFL wide receiver, was found dead in the hotel room, authorities say

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The 38-year-old has been staying at Homewood Suites in Brandon, about 12 miles outside of Tampa, on Jan. 11, according to a press release from the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.

Sheriff’s Office officials said they spoke with members of Jackson’s family on Feb. 10 after they called to report he was missing. An official report was submitted the next day.

Last Friday, officials said they located Jackson at Homewood Suites and spoke to him, according to the press release.

“After assessing Jackson’s well-being, the missing person’s case was dropped,” the statement said.

Vincent Jackson of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. New Orleans Saints at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on October 5, 2014 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Jackson was found dead at 11:30 a.m. Monday by a housekeeper. There were no apparent signs of trauma.

The Hillsborough County Medical Office will determine the cause of death and officially identify Jackson’s remains based on dental or DNA records, according to the press release.

“Mr. Jackson was a devoted man who put his family and community above all others,” Sheriff Chad Chronister said Monday in a statement. “Aside from football, he achieved countless lives through his Jackson In Action 83 foundation. I shared a passion for supporting military families, and three years ago, Jackson even became an honorary member of the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office to recognize his devotion. to the community. “

“Not only will football fans across the country miss him, but so will the people in Hillsborough County who have taken advantage of his generous contributions.”

Jackson played 12 seasons in the NFL

Jackson played college football at the University of Northern Colorado, where he was a remarkable player, according to the school.
It was written by the San Diego Chargers in 2005, according to the NFL. He eventually played 12 seasons in the league, spending the first seven with the Chargers and the last five with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Vincent Jackson of the San Diego Chargers returns to the field after catching the Denver Broncos at Qualcomm Stadium on November 27, 2011 in San Diego, California.
The Chargers, now based in Los Angeles, issued a statement On Monday, he said the team was “shocked and deeply saddened” by the news of Jackson’s death.

“Vincent was a fan favorite not only for his Pro Browl game on the field, but also for the impact it had on the community outside of it,” the statement said. “The work he did on behalf of military families through his foundation in his retirement years was an inspiration to all of us.”

The Buccaneers, who recently won the Super Bowl, said in a statement that Jackson was “a perfect professional” in the five years with the team.

“Vincent was a dedicated father, husband, businessman and philanthropist who had a profound impact on our community through his unwavering plea for military families, supported by the Jackson Foundation in Action 83,” the statement said.

Jackson has been selected to the Pro Bowl three times and has been nominated four times for the Walter Payton Man of the Year award, which recognizes players who have had a positive impact on their community, according to the Buccaneers.

CNN’s Jill Martin contributed to the report.

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