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Oregon cornerback Khyree Jackson hauls in a pass during Oregon Pro Day on March 12 at the Moshofsky Center in Eugene. The university will hold a vigil for Jackson on Wednesday at Autzen Stadium after he was killed in a car crash.
Oregon football will hold a candlelight vigil Wednesday night for former Duck and Minnesota Vikings rookie Khyree Jackson who died in a car crash on Saturday in Maryland.
The memorial is open to the public and will be held at 8 p.m. Wednesday in Autzen Stadium.
“We mourn the loss of Khyree Jackson and all of those lost in this tragic accident,” Oregon football said in a statement posted on X. “We are thinking of Khyree’s family, friends, and teammates during this difficult time, and he will forever be in our hearts. Rest in peace, Khyree.”
Oregon Family,
We will hold a candlelight vigil to celebrate the life of Khyree Jackson. We would be honored if you would join us. All are welcome to attend.
Wednesday, July 10
Autzen Stadium – Please enter through South Gate entrance
8 p.m.#GoDucks pic.twitter.com/KbyizrP7Qf
— Oregon Football (@oregonfootball) July 9, 2024
Jackson, 24, died in a car crash early Saturday morning in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, that also killed two of his former high school teammates.
The former Oregon cornerback recorded 34 tackles, two sacks, and three interceptions for the Ducks last fall. He was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the fourth round of the NFL draft in April.
“RIP Khyree,” Oregon football coach Dan Lanning said on X Saturday. “Love you at a loss for words. I will miss your smile. Great player better person.”
The ceremony on Wednesday will happen at midfield.
The public can enter Autzen from the South Gate starting at 7:30 p.m. and will sit in the south stands.
Edith Noriega is a sports reporter for The Register-Guard. You may reach her at [email protected] and…
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Publish date : 2024-07-09 20:48:30
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