Reunited and it feels so good...
08 Nov 07
The Philadelphia Soul have finally offically announced the signing of wide receiver Chris Jackson.
Jackson, long one of the AFL's premier players, reunites with Soul QB Tony Graziani.
Technically Tony Graziani and Chris Jackson have been on the same team since 2006 when they were elected Vice Presidents of the AFLPA Board of Representatives. But they haven't been on the same football team since 2004.
The two played together for four seasons with the Los Angeles Avengers from 2001 through 2004.
The last two seasons of that marriage were two of Graziani's best as an AFL player. He threw for over 95 touchdowns (nearly half to Jackson) and more than 4200 yards in both seasons.
Jackson has had success post Graz. After leaving LA after the 04 season he spent a forgettable year in Grand Rapids. Then moved on to Georgia for the last three seasons. The 2007 season was Jackson's best yet. He amassed 1915 yards and 47 touchdowns on 145 catches.
The Soul hope to recapture some of that magic and take the next step towards a ring.
Chris Jackson Info
Only player in AFL history to be named Rookie of the Year (2000) and then be named Offensive Player of the Year (2003).
Tied for third all time with 6 seasons of 1000 receiving yards and 6 games with 100 receiving yards or more.
Tied for second all time with 46 TD catches in a single season.
Tied for third all time with 44 (non-kicking) points in a single game.