The Vikings signed Jackson to the practice squad Wednesday, Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com reports.
Jackson spent most of 2023 on the Vikings' practice squad, though he did appear in three regular-season games and played 35 snaps (three on offense, 32 on special teams). He had a solid finish to the preseason with four catches (on six targets) for 53 yards against the Eagles on Saturday, but it wasn't enough for him to make the Vikings' 53-man roster. Jackson will look to impress on the taxi squad and stay ready for a promotion to the active roster.
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Vikings' Lucky Jackson: Joins active roster
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The Vikings signed Jackson to the 53-man roster Saturday.
The 26-year-old's signing will ensure some extra depth at wide receiver for the remainder of the season, as Jalen Nailor (concussion) was placed on injured reserve Saturday. Jackson has already appeared in two games for Minnesota this year, failing to record a stat and playing 22 total snaps (two offensive and 20 on special teams).
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Vikings' Lucky Jackson: Elevated for second straight week
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The Vikings elevated Jackson to their active roster from their practice squad Saturday.
Jackson's elevation is a consequence of Jordan Addison (ankle) being listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against Green Bay and Jalen Nailor (concussion) being ruled out. Jackson saw his first regular-season action as a pro last week versus Detroit, logging one offensive snap and 12 special-teams snaps in the loss. He figures to have a minimal role again Sunday if he suits up.
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Lucky Jackson: Reverts to practice squad
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Jackson reverted to the Vikings' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Jackson played one offensive snap and 12 snaps on special teams Week 16, in what was his NFL debut. The former XFL player will now await another chance to be elevated from the practice squad while continuing his development in Minnesota.
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Lucky Jackson: Back with Vikings' practice squad
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Minnesota signed Jackson to its practice squad Tuesday.
Just a few days after being cut from the Vikings' practice squad, Jackson has found his way back into the fold. With only five receivers currently available to suit up for Thursday's game at Philadelphia, it wouldn't be surprising to see Minnesota elevate a wideout in the near future.
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Lucky Jackson: Cut by practice squad
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Jackson was let go from the Vikings' practice squad Saturday.
Jackson initially signed with Minnesota's practice unit after failing to make the team's final 53-man roster. The CFL and XFL alum will now be on the lookout for a new opportunity. He most recently had a stint with the D.C. Defenders in the XFL.
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Vikings' Lucky Jackson: Signs deal with Minnesota
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The Vikings signed Jackson on Tuesday.
Jackson played his college ball at Western Kentucky and has bounced around various developmental leagues, including The Spring League in 2021, the Edmonton Elks last year, and then with the XFL's D.C. Defenders this offseason. With the Defenders, Jackson caught 36 balls for 572 yards and five touchdowns. Jackson will try to win one of the final receiver spots in Minnesota.
