Branden Jackson (born November 11, 1992) is a former

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. He played

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College career

Jackson played four years at Texas Tech, appearing in 51 games with 38 starts, totalling 138 tackles, 11 sacks, three forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, and one pass defensed.

Professional career

Oakland Raiders

Jackson signed with the

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as an undrafted free agent on May 16, 2016. He was released by the Raiders on September 3, 2016 and was signed to the practice squad the next day. On December 3, 2016, he was promoted to the active roster. On September 2, 2017, Jackson was waived by the Raiders.

Seattle Seahawks

On September 26, 2017, Jackson was signed to the

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' practice squad. He was promoted to the active roster on October 7, 2017. On September 2, 2018, Jackson was waived by the Seahawks and was re-signed to the practice squad. He was promoted to the active roster on September 25, 2018. Jackson re-signed with the Seahawks on April 23, 2020. He was released on July 26, 2020, but was re-signed on August 6. He was placed on

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due to a career ending neck injury on August 30, 2020.

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Texas Tech Red Raiders bioOakland Raiders bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Jackson, Branden 1992 births Living people Sportspeople from McKeesport, Pennsylvania Players of American football from Allegheny County, Pennsylvania American football defensive ends Texas Tech Red Raiders football players Oakland Raiders players Seattle Seahawks players