Tributes pour in after Vikings' rookie Khyree Jackson, 24, killed in horrific car accident

Minnesota Vikings rookie Khyree Jackson was killed in a car accident alongside two others in the early hours of Saturday. Jackson, 24, had been drafted by the Vikings in April 2024 and was set to join the team in the next few weeks to start his first NFL training camp.

Fans of Jackson took to X (formerly Twitter) to express their sadness at his death, with one posting, "Worked his a** off to make it to the NFL and never even got a chance life isn’t fair, RIP Khyree Jackson," per The Daily Mail.

Another fan posted with a similar sentiment, writing, "Smh life is unfair sometimes, seemed like a good a** kid with a positive attitude. Prayers and condolences for the families involved."

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Recently signed defensive end Jonathan Greenard also took to social media to express his shock at Jackson's passing, writing, "Naaaah not lil Khyree," with fans offering sympathy and support for Vikings players in the replies to Greenard's post.

The accident took place early on 6 July in Prince George's County, Maryland, when Jackson's car collided with two other vehicles, according to TMZ.

The NFL player, a fourth-round pick of the Minnesota Vikings, was in the passenger seat of a Dodger Charger when the vehicle was hit by an Infiniti Q50 just after 3 a.m., according to Maryland State Police.

The Infinity Q50 wanted to change lanes, but was travelling at such a high speed that it hit Jackson's Dodge Charger and a Chevrolet Impala, that was passing by.

The Dodger was thrown off the right side of the road and did not stop until it hit several trees.

Jackson was traveling with Isaiah Hazel (23) and Anthony Lytton (24), who were both killed in the accident. Lytton was taken to hospital, where he passed away, per TMZ.

The driver of the Chevrolet Impala was uninjured in the accident, but the driver of the Infiniti Q50 was arrested because alcohol may have influenced her driving, according to the Maryland State Police.

The Minnesota Vikings are shocked, with Jackson looking ready to battle for the team's starting cornerback spot this season.

"Khyree had an extremely bright future ahead of him as a player, and it was clear he was dedicated to being a tremendous person who made a positive difference in people's lives," a Vikings statement read.

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Head coach Kevin O'Connell is deeply saddened by what happened. "I am absolutely crushed by this news. Khyree brought a contagious energy to our facility and our team," he said. "I am at a loss for words. My heart goes out to Khyree's family, friends, teammates and coaches."

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