Jackson retires from NFL at 27; Lions sign Snell

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  • Eric Woodyard, ESPNAug 10, 2023, 02:50 PM ET

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      Eric Woodyard covers the Detroit Lions for ESPN. He joined ESPN in September 2019 as an NBA reporter dedicated to the Midwest region before switching to his current role in April 2021. The Flint, Mich. native is a graduate of Western Michigan University and has authored/co-authored three books: “Wasted, Ethan’s Talent Search” and “All In: The Kelvin Torbert Story”. He is a proud parent of one son, Ethan. You can follow him on Twitter: @E_Woodyard

DETROIT — Detroit Lions running back Justin Jackson has retired from the NFL, abruptly ending his career after five seasons in the league.

The Lions announced Jackson’s retirement Thursday, one day before their preseason opener, and signed veteran running back Benny Snell Jr.

Jackson, 27, was expected to compete for a reserve spot on the roster behind veteran newcomer David Montgomery and rookie Jahmyr Gibbs.

Jackson played in 16 games for the Lions last season after spending his first four years with the Los Angeles Chargers. He rushed for 170 yards and scored two touchdowns last season.

Jackson was a seventh-round draft selection out of Northwestern and appeared in 59 career games, including seven starts, with the Lions and Chargers. He rushed for 1,210 yards and five touchdowns.

Snell, 25, played the past four seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers and appeared in 17 games in 2022, rushing for 90 yards and a touchdown.

This article was originally published by Espn.com. Read the original article here.
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