Gerald Jackson (MPHS 1975) excelled in football and track, being named an All Big Eight linebacker and running the 100-yard dash in 9.8 seconds to win the South Division Big Eight meet. Gerald led the 1974 Tigers to a 10-0 regular season. Playing four years for Mississippi State, Gerald made 175 solo tackles, recovered four fumbles and made seven interceptions. Selected by the Kansas City Chiefs in the tenth round, he played the 1979 season, starting three times and making one interception.
Gerald Jackson
Class of: 1975
High School: Moss Point High School
Sport: Football and Track & Field
Induction: 2025
Gerald Jackson