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USA Today
3 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
DeSean Jackson says Chiefs HC Andy Reid helped him secure the Delaware State job
DeSean Jackson says Chiefs HC Andy Reid helped him secure the Delaware State job Former NFL wide receiver DeSean Jackson recently appeared as a guest on the 'Up & Adams Show with Kay Adams' to reveal Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid's influence on his hiring at Delaware State. "For sure, he's been very influential. He helped me, you know, in the process of getting this job, "said Jackson. "He put his career and his name on the line for me to get this job. So, I mean, it just shows you how much coach (Andy) Reid helped." Jackson officially retired from the NFL in November 2023 after successful stints with multiple teams. He then turned his attention to coaching, specifically at the college level. "So going through the process, the president and the athletic director asked about, you know, some guys that you know, in reference, and Coach Reid was one of those names that I dropped," said Jackson, "Sean McVay was another one I dropped was Deion Sanders, my old offensive coordinator. So I don't know exactly what the conversation was, but from what I got back from the president of Delaware State and the athletic director, they said some great things about me. They said how good of a leader I was. How can I demand a room? It's just my insight and my IQ on football. So I definitely think it helped me get the job." Jackson was drafted by Reid in 2008, who coached the Philadelphia Eagles at the time. He earned three Pro Bowl selections in his career. Reid congratulated him late last year after he officially accepted the job offer from Delaware State.
Miami Herald
4 days ago
- Sport
- Miami Herald
DeSean Jackson, Clinton Portis hype for first Mega Camp
Delaware State is looking to flip the East Coast recruiting scene on its head. Former NFL stars DeSean Jackson and Clinton Portis are turning up the heat as they gear up to host their first-ever HBCU Mega Camp at Alumni Stadium on June 7-and they're not just promising drills and daps. They're promising scholarships. "Mega Camp, all high schoolers, all ballers," Jackson said in a recent video from the DSU field. "We got the fastest 40 man, we wanna see who's the fastest dude in Delaware, Florida, California. Wherever y'all from, come get it in right here, on DSU, man." Portis, never one to back down from the spotlight, matched the energy. "Scholarship offers on deck, DMV come out and represent." Mega camps are large-scale football showcases where prospects can demonstrate their skills in front of numerous college coaches. These events are crucial for athletes seeking scholarships and roster spots. Offering direct evaluation by decision-makers from various programs. These massive showcases bring in prospects from multiple graduating classes-2026, 2027, 2028, and even JUCOs and transfers-for a shot at impressing college coaches from all over. It's exposure meets opportunity, and for players who might be flying under the radar, it could be a game-changer. Jackson State is teaming up with 247Sports to host the biggest HBCU Mega Camp in the country, drawing 40+ schools to Mississippi. Delaware State's camp is making its own noise. With two NFL legends on the sidelines, it's shaping up to be the destination for top talent in the Northeast. Power 4 schools like Colorado (Pac-12), Syracuse (ACC), and Maryland (Big Ten) will be in attendance. Similarly, HBCU schools such as Morgan State (MEAC), Bowie State (CIAA), and Livingstone College (CIAA) will also have coaches in attendance. DeSean Jackson, who capped a 15-year NFL career with over 11,000 all-purpose yards, took the reins at Delaware State in late 2024 with a mission. To elevate the program and the HBCU recruiting footprint in the area. Clinton Portis joined his squad in early 2025, bringing the same edge that made him a two-time Pro Bowler and nearly a 10,000-yard rusher in the league. Now they're leveraging their star power for the next generation of HBCU football players. Delaware State's HBCU Mega Camp isn't just a showcase. It's a level up for HBCU football recruiting on the East Coast. For recruits dreaming of the next level, it's time to lace up, show out, and secure the bag. The post DeSean Jackson, Clinton Portis hype for first Mega Camp appeared first on HBCU Gameday. Copyright HBCU Gameday 2012-2025
Miami Herald
4 days ago
- Sport
- Miami Herald
DeSean Jackson compares college football to NFL free agency
Former NFL star DeSean Jackson is a few months from his first season as a head coach at HBCU Delaware State, but he's already dealing with the way NIL is changing college football."This process has been different for me. The reason why I say this, is I have some players coming in my office asking like 'coach, I want this amount of money and I'm going to the highest bidder," Jackson said in a recent interview on the Up and Adams Show with Kay Adams. The now 39-year-old former Cal Bears receiver tried to put himself in his players' shoes, but he had a tough time. "If I would have went into Nick Saban and Pete Carroll's office back then and been like 'I want this and I want that - they would have looked at me like you better get out of here." Yes, Jackson admits this is a different era. 'I honestly look at this era now as free agency. It's almost like an NFL system. It's like a farm system to the NFL,' Jackson said. 'The NCAA, they're going to have to figure this out. There's no (salary) cap on it. Some schools are going to be able to pay these guys millions of dollars. And then some schools like us we don't really have the resources - HBCU or black college - we don't really have the resources to compete with Oregon or Alabama or al these other schools and we're a Division I school." Jackson says that despite the lack of resources, he's happy with the results he's gotten at Delaware State. He says much of that is due to the relationships that he has. 'I may not be able to offer a million dollars. I may be able to offer $20k in NIL, but my name may be able to make up the rest of that money." DeSean Jackson is hosting a megacamp on June 7 that will feature former NFL star and Miami Hurricanes legend Clinton Portis. He also revealed that talks are on-going between Delaware State, Norfolk State and the Philadelphia Eagles to move the DSU-NSU game featuring Jackson coaching against Michael Vick. "It may be a different date. We're trying to work on a date," Jackson said. "It may be Oct. 30. We're trying to get that at Lincoln Financial Field. We're trying to get that at the Eagles' stadium."Jackson said that things are going great on Delaware State's end and that they are waiting on Norfolk State to accept. No announcements have been made, though. The post DeSean Jackson compares college football to NFL free agency appeared first on HBCU Gameday. Copyright HBCU Gameday 2012-2025
Forbes
21-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Here Are The Richest Places In Delaware, Based On The Latest Census Data
Delaware is a state known for its lack of sales tax, its business-friendly laws (which is why so many corporate headquarters are located there), and its beach resorts. Delaware has gotten wealthier over the years, and its incomes now exceed the United States overall figures. Whereas the median household income for the United States overall is $78,538 — according to the latest data from the Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey — the median in Delaware is $82,855. Past studies analyzed and identified the richest cities in several of Delaware's neighboring states, including New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Maryland. For this article, it's now Delaware's turn. This study analyzed 79 cities in Delaware with complete data from the Census Bureau, in terms of their median household income, mean (average) household income, median home value, and median property taxes paid per year, to come up with a list of the 20 richest cities in the state. Read on to find out what the richest city in Delaware is, plus the top 20 wealthiest cities in the state overall. This list of the richest cities in Delaware was compiled based on key financial data sourced from the Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey. Harnessing these datasets, the analysis put together a scoring system based on four factors to help identify the wealthiest cities in Delaware: The Census Bureau has some quirks with its data that must be noted. For certain factors, the Census numbers have upper limits, so there's no exact value for certain factors. For example, for median household income, the Census Bureau has an upper limit of '$250,000+'. For median home value, the upper limit is '$2,000,000+'. For median property taxes paid, the upper limit is '$10,000+'. For these reasons, the mean household income (which is the same as average household income) dataset is crucial because the Census Bureau has exact figures for it. All four of these metrics were scored, added up, and then ranked by the cities' combined scores. Another aspect of the Census to point out, and is particularly relevant to Delaware and New England in general, is the Census-designated place — CDP. The Census, more or less, treats CDPs as cities — their terminology is 'place' — and so will this list of the richest cities in Delaware. But if you see cities on this list that you see as, say, neighborhoods, you're not wrong; they just happen to be treated as cities by the Census Bureau. You'll find a table detailing the top 15 richest cities in Delaware and their respective dollar figures for each metric, below: The No. 1 richest city in Delaware in this ranking is Greenville, a bedroom community and suburb of Wilmington. The city is home to a number of beautiful and spacious homes. Its population is now over 3,100, a substantial increase over the last 10 years, spread across 1,508 households. Its median household income of $139,541 isn't the highest in the state. But its average household income of $240,832 is the highest in Delaware. The median home value is over $1 million, but it's the property taxes that really stand out: The median annual property taxes paid by household is $7,906. The top industries by employment, according to Data USA, are Finance & Insurance (17.6% of the workforce), Manufacturing (14%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (13.3%). The second wealthiest place in Delaware is a beach community, Henlopen Acres. This place is located just north of the morn well-known beach town of Rehoboth Beach. This is a small community, with only 106 total households. The average household income here is less than in Greenville — $182,445 versus $240,832 — but the median household income is higher, at $168,750. The median home value in Henlopen Acres is in excess of $2 million, making it by far the most expensive place in Delaware. The median property taxes paid per year here is $4,483. The No. 3 richest city in Delaware is Hockessin, which is another Wilmington suburb, right near the No. 1 richest city, Greenville. Hockessin is larger than that city, being home to over 13,000 people and nearly 4,800 households. The industries that employ the most people in Hockessin are Educational Services (16.8% of the workforce), Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services (14.6% of the workforce), and Finance & Insurance (13.7% of the workforce). The median household income in Hockessin is $172,695, which is higher than the No. 1 and No. 2 cities' median incomes. The average household income of $209,899 puts it behind Greenville's $240,832. Home values, though, in Hockessin are lower, reflecting the city's larger and more varied socio-economic demographic. The median home value here is $566,500, with a median of $4,800 paid in property taxes per household.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
HBCU school sparks major buzz with bold talent move
Delaware State football just made its boldest statement yet—and it didn't come on the field. In a move that's turning heads across the HBCU sports world, Hornets head coach DeSean Jackson has landed James Woods, a Division III All-Conference defensive back from Brevard College. The unorthodox pickup is just the latest sign that Jackson is building something special in Dover—starting with grit, not glamour. Advertisement Since taking over at Delaware State, Jackson has thrown out the conventional recruiting playbook. Instead of chasing stars, he's chasing heart. 'We want guys who've been overlooked, who play with a chip,' Jackson said at his spring press conference. Woods fits that mold perfectly. Despite playing in the non-scholarship USA South Conference, the 6-foot, 180-pound DB posted four interceptions and two touchdowns in just seven games last season—numbers that earned him a national nod from Delaware State University head football coach DeSean Bretzger-Delaware News Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Woods' transfer is no ordinary step up. Only a handful of Division III athletes make the jump directly to the FCS each year, and even fewer to high-profile HBCU programs. In 26 career games, Woods totaled 112 tackles, five interceptions, three forced fumbles, and three touchdowns—production that rivals some FBS prospects. His 60-yard pick-six last season wasn't just highlight-worthy—it was a statement. Jackson's roster now includes JUCO transfers, under-the-radar high schoolers, and small-college standouts. Woods is emblematic of this approach—bringing hunger, instinct, and a chip on his shoulder. Delaware State finished 1–10 last season, but with Jackson's new wave of talent, expectations are changing fast. This isn't just a rebuild—it's a reinvention. Advertisement Related: NBA legend and HBCU trailblazer dies at 88 Delaware State fans, circle your calendars. With DeSean Jackson pulling the strings and James Woods bringing the fire, the Hornets are poised to shock the HBCU landscape. Don't blink—this underdog story is just getting started. Related: Shaquille O'Neal turns heads with untold HBCU story Related: TNT apologizes for false death report of HBCU legend during Inside the NBA
