DeSean Jackson makes a special appearance on campus at Delaware State University and makes a bold statement to fans and alumni.

Former Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson is reportedly closing in on an agreement to become the next head coach at Delaware State University. Jackson, 38, had an on-campus interview, and the school and ex-NFL wideout are expected to “come together” soon,” ESPN reported Thursday.

Jackson joins a growing list of coaches asked to lead a college program without prior experience at that level

Jackson has received commitments from two Long Beach Poly players: wide receiver Ezekiel Orozco and safety Tracey Foe Jones III, whose father is now part of the Hornets coaching staff. He's also added JUCO transfer defensive backs Donovan Turner and Torion White, who are both Long Beach Poly alums.

But Jackson was unceremoniously released by former Eagles head coach Chip Kelly in the spring of 2014, coming off Jackson's best season in the NFL when he had 82 receptions for 1,332 yards. He was signed right away by Washington, and spent the next three seasons there. Jackson had some of his best games against the Eagles during that time.

Delaware State head coach DeSean Jackson made a splash at his new job by getting a transfer commitment from the son of an NFL legend

DeSean Jackson has become the latest ex-NFL player to join the collegiate ranks. He is reportedly finalizing a deal with Delaware State.

Former NFL receiver DeSean Jackson is taking over the football program at Delaware State. The school announced Jackson’s hire Friday in the latest move by a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference program to hire a former NFL star as its football coach.

Jackson is finalizing a deal to become the head coach of Delaware State's football program, according to a Thursday afternoon report from Pete Thamel of ESPN. The 38-year-old played 15 years in the NFL, ending his career in 2023 after spending time with six different teams.

The new head ball coach at Del State is set to pull up to a big time basketball doubleheader against one of the top teams in HBCU hoops.

National Football League great DeSean Jackson will become the next head football coach at Delaware State University.

Former NFL wide receiver DeSean Jackson is joining the long list of former stars to try his hand at coaching. According to reporter Jeff Lightsy Jr., DeSean Jackson is set to become the new head coach of the Delaware State Hornets’ college football team.