Minnesota Vikings rookie cornerback Khyree Jackson, along with two others, was killed in a car crash in Maryland. The crash occurred early Saturday morning and involved three vehicles. Jackson, along with the driver Isaiah Hazel, died at the scene, while the third passenger, Anthony Lytton, died in the hospital. The crash was caused by a silver Infiniti changing lanes at a high speed and hitting the Charger they were in before crashing into another vehicle. The Vikings and others in the NFL community mourned the loss of Jackson, praising his talent and personality. Jackson was a promising player from the University of Oregon and was the Vikings’ fourth-round pick in the NFL draft. Hazel and Lytton were also talented football players from Maryland. Tributes poured in from various teams and coaches, expressing shock and sadness over the tragic accident. The NFL family was deeply saddened by the loss of Jackson and the other victims. Charges are pending in the investigation, with alcohol being considered a contributing factor in the crash. The football community is devastated by the loss of these promising young athletes and their bright futures.
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