Jackson was a cornerback and was selected by the Vikings in the fourth round of this years NFL draft.
He was the 108th pick.
Jackson previously played for the Oregon Ducks and Alabama Crimson Tide.
Minnesota Vikings cornerback Khyree Jackson.Nick Wosika/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
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The Vikings issued a statement on social media.
We are devastated by the news of Khyree Jacksons death following an overnight car accident.
The teams head coach also responded.
