Jackson Comes Back for Third Season
January 18, 2003 - arenafootball2 (af2)
Macon Knights News Release
MACON, Ga. The Macon Knights announced today that Rendell Jackson has been assigned to the team for the 2003 season. Jackson, a Fullback/Linebacker, will return for his third season with the Knights.
In 2001, Jackson (6-0, 238, West Georgia) played in five games for the Knights recording 20 rushes for 45 yards and four touchdowns. On defense, he recorded seven tackles, one interception and one pass breakup.
In 2002, Jackson played in each of the Macon Knights 18 games. On offense, he rushed 23 times for 99 yards and four touchdowns. Jackson also caught six passes for 66 yards and one touchdown. On defense, he recorded 20 tackles (five for a loss), two sacks, one interception, one pass breakup, two fumble recoveries and three blocked kicks.
In Week 6, Jackson was named arenafootball2s Ironman of the Week after turning in a huge performance on offense and defense. Jackson rushed for one touchdown and blocked two kicks, one of which was a game-tying field goal attempt at the end of regulation securing the victory over the Jacksonville Tomcats.
The 2002 American Conference Eastern Division Champions will begin the 2003 season April 5th as they host the Green Bay Blizzard. For more information, or to purchase 2003 Macon Knights season tickets, contact the Macon Knights office at (478) 314-3000.
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