Justin Jackson announced retirement at the age of 27, ended his era

Justin Jackson announced retirement at the age of 27

NFL EXCLUSIVE BY: MANJIT BAURI

Former Los Angeles Chargers, Lions running back Justin Jackson ended his era at the age of 27

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RB Justin Jackson announced his retirement from NFL after 5 seasons

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He was drafted by the Chargers in 2018 as a seventh-round pick

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He spent his first four seasons with the Los Angeles Chargers.

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During his years with the Chargers, Jackson mostly played as a backup to Austin Ekeler or Melvin Gordon.

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Jackson scored a total of 1,040 yards and four touchdowns in his four years with the Chargers.

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Jackson's retirement shocked fans, as he had recently signed a deal to remain with the Lions.

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Justin Jackson is one of 9 players in NCAA history to rush for 1,000 yards in four different seasons.

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The most expensive franchise in the world, without any Super Bowl

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