Army CB Brandon Jackson Dies After Car Accident

Army cornerback Brandon Jackson died Sept. 11 because of injuries suffered in a one-car accident in New York, the academy announced on Sept. 12.

"Words cannot describe the grief that our team is feeling over the loss of our brother and friend, Brandon," Army head coach Jeff Monken said, per Sal Interdonato of the Times Herald-Record. "He was a beloved teammate, and our hearts are with his family at this time of tragedy."

Jackson was a sophomore who appeared in every game for Army in 2015. He started nine games last season and was viewed as perhaps the team's top cornerback for the 2016 campaign.

"We will honor his life as we mourn the untimely death of a young man who had a promising future as a leader in service to our nation," said Lt. Gen. Robert L. Caslen Jr., West Point superintendent. "Brandon internalized our watch words, Duty, Honor, Country."

Multiple members of the Army football community reached out on social media to express their condolences:

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I'm at a loss of words after hearing the sad news about my brother today. Love you bro! RIP Brandon Jackson #28 pic.twitter.com/cT4IYwDgxT

— Glen Coates (@GlenCoates_14) September 12, 2016"

Army teammate Cordarrell Davis posted on Instagram:

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You were my brother. You still are my brother. I miss you bro. I know you're in [a] better place and I hope you rest easy. And may God comfort your family's hearts as they go through this... I do promise one thing though, that I will play my heart out in honor of you. I love you bro. RIP much love until we meet again.

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ESPN.com's Adam Rittenberg reported that Jackson's funeral will be held on Monday in Queens, New York: "The entire team will be there, along with many other cadets, faculty and other academy personnel. Coach Jeff Monken told ESPN that the contingent will be 'in the range of 400-500.'"

Monken said, per Rittenberg:

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It will be another tough day for us. I'm sure we're going to have some guys hitting rock bottom again today. These guys loved Brandon. They're teammates, friends and really like brothers. It's something we'll work through. I don't know if there's anybody more well equipped to handle it than the guys here at the United States Military Academy.

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Jackson recorded 66 tackles, three interceptions and two sacks during his 14 games played at Army. He made the most of the fact that West Point was his only major collegiate offer and was a critical figure in leading the Black Knights to a pair of opening wins in 2016.

"We are heartbroken for Brandon's family, the team and all those who had the pleasure of knowing him," Army West Point athletic director Boo Corrigan said, per Jon Shideler of TWC News. "We will always remember Brandon for his kindness and do our best to honor his memory."

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