Comments on: Former Eagles center Jamaal Jackson retires

By: pflynn20

pflynn20 — Mon, 14 May 2012 13:08:40 +0000

Solid center. Solid career. Thanks for the years JJ. Good luck

By: chalkruz1989

chalkruz1989 — Mon, 14 May 2012 11:58:26 +0000

Really enjoyed Jamaal Jackson and that is saying something considering I am not an Eagles fan. I have lived in the area my whole life and he was just one of those players that had a great head on his shoulders and never had a negative thing to say. Annoyed me how Howard Mudd pretty much kicked him out of Philly. Best of luck to you Jamaal in your future endeavors.

By: randallflagg52

randallflagg52 — Mon, 14 May 2012 11:10:30 +0000

The fact that he cought on to an NFL team for so long after playing college ball at Delaware State really says something about this guy’s ethic and talent. I was stationed in Dover for 2 years and that college is not a football school at all. I’ve seen high schools that had bigger stadiums.

Best of luck Jamaal.

By: birdsin2012

birdsin2012 — Mon, 14 May 2012 09:47:50 +0000

was a solid center for 5 yrs with the Birdz…….good luck and thanx !!!!

By: godeepwvu

godeepwvu — Mon, 14 May 2012 09:23:28 +0000

Jackson was an unsung hero for the Eagles for many years…..a solid player and good leader. Injuries really derailed his career. Good luck in retirement.

By: fmwarner

fmwarner — Mon, 14 May 2012 06:23:31 +0000

Jamaal was a quality player and far outworked the undrafted start to his career. Thanks for your work and good luck in your future endeavors!

By: rajbais

rajbais — Mon, 14 May 2012 04:58:24 +0000

Poor guy. I remember how he emerged as a starter, but encountered unexpected injuries that derailed his playing time in Philadelphia. I hope he has a joyous and wonderful retirement!

By: schuckme

schuckme — Mon, 14 May 2012 04:50:46 +0000

The man is a true class act im sad to see him go, as an Eagles fan i tip my hat to the man i never thought would supplant fan favorite hank fraley, not only did he do so but he became better than fraley.. he never complained about anything not once, he went out every practice n every game and did his job and did it extremely well.. it was a huge blow when he went down in the same game as Leonard Weaver.. its no coincidence the line struggled badly since.. Jamaal i wish u nothing but the best in the future good luck and above all, on behalf of Eagles fans everywhere WE THANK YOU!

By: jacksaysfu

jacksaysfu — Mon, 14 May 2012 03:57:23 +0000

He’s an Eagle through & through . He contemplated playing for the G-men but the thought of it just made him sick …. Undervalued player , at least you can work on your golf game now JJ

By: jacksaysfu

jacksaysfu — Mon, 14 May 2012 03:50:19 +0000

Eagles nation is proud to of had you under center . It’s a shame his heart’s not in it anymore cause he was a beast in the pre-season , he just didn’t fit Howard Mudds system . JJ was a reliable , consistent force as Philly’s center for many years . Enjoy your retirement Jackson !

By: thegreatestofalltimes

thegreatestofalltimes — Mon, 14 May 2012 01:38:41 +0000

A good man, good center, who has had a good career. I hope he’s happy in his retirement as he’s deserved it.

Thanks Jamaal.

From an Eagles fan.

By: derekjetersmansion

derekjetersmansion — Mon, 14 May 2012 01:20:28 +0000

He really didn’t want to compete with rookies, and I don’t blame him considering his career.

By: jerseybrian3

jerseybrian3 — Mon, 14 May 2012 01:06:58 +0000

Felt he lost his job w/ eagles due to change in coach and still could start somewhere. Best wishes to center stage.

By: justanotherdummy

justanotherdummy — Mon, 14 May 2012 00:57:57 +0000

A solid pro who did get a decent contract from the Birds a few years back to set him up for awhile. Thanks for the effort JJ.

By: nice2meetumarco

nice2meetumarco — Mon, 14 May 2012 00:54:29 +0000

It’s always nice when a player is able to retire on his terms. Rare, but nice.

By: sledgehorn

sledgehorn — Mon, 14 May 2012 00:24:55 +0000

A really under-appreciated player during his time. A little injury prone, but when he was playing he was a top-tier center. A class-act who never complained about getting supplanted by a 6th round pick last year. Congrats on a quality career Jamaal.

By: cleverbob

cleverbob — Mon, 14 May 2012 00:18:41 +0000

Class act. I can only wish him good health and success in whatever comes next.

By: mungman69

mungman69 — Mon, 14 May 2012 00:13:45 +0000

A great pro. Wish him all the luck. Thanks.

By: nerdyturdy

nerdyturdy — Mon, 14 May 2012 00:01:53 +0000

You did a nice job for the Eagles. Good luck in retirement, JJ.

By: cobrala2

cobrala2 — Sun, 13 May 2012 23:49:47 +0000

I always liked him.

By: 7to10for6allday

7to10for6allday — Sun, 13 May 2012 23:48:55 +0000

Good for him. Hopefully he was wise with his money and can enjoy the rest of his life.