Yes, when Purdue's Michael Jackson reached the end zone, you'll see some dance moves
That is, if Michael Jackson III is a constant in the end zone.
Among the Boilermakers' offseason roster overhaul was Jackson, a fifth-year senior receiver who spent three seasons at USC before playing at Georgia a year ago.
Re-live Purdue's run to the Final Four
Long ago, he came to terms with his name being the same as the legendary pop icon.
"It's just something that doesn't go away," Jackson said after Purdue's football practice on Tuesday. "I embrace it now. It's cool for me to share a name with a legend."
Two seasons ago with USC, after catching a touchdown from quarterback Caleb Williams in a win over Nevada, he paid homage to his namesake with a Michael Jackson-esque dance move.
He promises more of the same if he finds the end zone with the Boilermakers.
"I am trying to practice a few dances," Jackson said.
Asked if he'll perform the moonwalk, Jackson said, "of course."
Jackson has five career touchdown receptions, with four of those coming during USC's 2022 season.
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