According to Trooper Michael Carswell of the Alabama State Highway Patrol, Jackson died in a single-car accident about seven miles south of Montgomery, AL.com reported. The accident occurred about 8:50 p.m. local time when Jackson's 2012 Chevrolet Camaro left the road and struck a tree, the website reported.
Jackson, a Montgomery native, was taken to a local hospital. where he was pronounced dead, Carswell said.
TJack... you will be missed. Praying for your family...Love you man. 💔
— Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) April 13, 2020
Jackson was a prep standout at Sidney Lanier High School in Montgomery, AL.com reported. He went to Arkansas before transferring to Arkansas State. Jackson led Alabama State to the SWAC Eastern Division title in 2003 and 2004. He threw 63 touchdown passes at Alabama State.
Jackson was a second-round draft choice of the Vikings in 2006. He started 12 games in 2007 and five in 2008 before he was replaced by Brett Favre in 2009, AL.com reported.
During 2 training camps I competed with Tarvaris Jackson for the starting spot with the @Vikings before Favre arrived both seasons.
— Sage Rosenfels (@SageRosenfels18) April 13, 2020
For two guys fighting for the same job, we got along exceptionally well.
TJack loved his family and teammates, and they loved him back. RIP #7 pic.twitter.com/rD5zjpv2JG
Our thoughts and prayers are with the friends and family of former #Vikings QB Tarvaris Jackson.
— Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) April 13, 2020
You will be missed, TJack!
📰: https://t.co/ZN4IwLgrN0 pic.twitter.com/SfCFhkT9jJ
After joining the Seahawks, Jackson was the starter in 2011. He spent his final three seasons as Russell Wilson's backup with the Seahawks and was part of two Super Bowl squads. Jackson took the final snap for the Seahawks in their 43-8 victory against Denver in Super Bowl XLVIII, AL.com reported.
Tarvaris Jackson was a beloved teammate, competitor, and Seahawk. He will be deeply missed. So heartbroken by the news of his passing and sending our condolences to his family and friends. We love you forever @7tjackson
— Pete Carroll (@PeteCarroll) April 13, 2020
Several former teammates and Seahawks coach Pete Carroll expressed their condolences on Twitter.
Jackson is survived by his wife and three children, WSFA reported.
RIP to a Montgomery legend Tarvaris Jackson @CoachTJack7 Sad day in the city... pic.twitter.com/H0xBECiTRN
— Coach Reggie Jackson (@CoachJack10) April 13, 2020
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