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Joe Jackson
No. 95, 16
Position: Fullback / linebacker
Personal information
Born: (1976-03-18) March 18, 1976 (age 49)
Tempe, Arizona, U.S.
Height: 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Weight: 255 lb (116 kg)
Career information
College: San Diego State
Career history
Player stats at ArenaFan.com

Joseph Jackson (born on March 18, 1976) is a former American football player. He played as a linebacker, which is a defensive position in football. Joe Jackson was part of the Arizona Rattlers team for two seasons. This team plays in the Arena Football League (AFL).

Before playing professionally, he played college football at San Diego State University. He also played for the Toronto Argonauts in the Canadian Football League (CFL).

Joe Jackson's Football Journey

Starting His Pro Career

Joe Jackson began his professional football career in 2001. He joined the Toronto Argonauts, a team in the Canadian Football League (CFL). During that year, he played in seven games for the Argonauts.

Playing in the Arena Football League

In 2002, Joe Jackson moved to the Arena Football League (AFL). He signed with the Arizona Rattlers. On July 3, 2002, he was added to the Rattlers' practice squad. A practice squad is a group of players who train with the team but might not play in games right away. They are ready to step in if needed.

Later that year, on November 21, 2002, Joe Jackson officially re-signed with the Arizona Rattlers. He continued to play for them until 2004.

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