Position: Cornerback (CB)
Number: 40
College: Florida State University
Birthdate: December 23, 1956
NFL Experience: 8 Seasons
Jets Years: 1978 - 1985
Honors:
· PFWA All-Rookie Team (1978), Florida State University Hall of Fame (1993)
Short Biography:
Bobby Jackson was drafted by the New York Jets in the sixth round (140th overall) of the 1978 NFL Draft and went on to start all 16 games at cornerback his rookie year. Over his eight-year career with the Jets, Jackson played in 95 games, recording 21 interceptions, two touchdowns, and three fumble recoveries. He was named the Pro Football Writes of America All-Rookie Team in 1978. Jackson was also inducted into the Florida State University Hall of Fame in 1993.
