Jackson UNC's Latest Letterman Father-Son Combo
Posted Oct 3, 2016
There have been notable second-generation Lettermen make a mark on Tar Heel football. Now there’s another chapter brewing. Thomas Jackson, a sophomore receiver, scored UNC’s fifth touchdown Saturday on a 34-yard pass play in the Tar Heels’ 37-35 win at Florida State. Jackson is the youngest of three sons of David Jackson Jr. (1968-69). Both Jacksons are No. 48.
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