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Cleveland Jackson
New York Giants
117th pick
Cleveland Jackson is a former tight end out of UNLV; Michigan State; Los Angeles Southwest College, selected by the New York Giants with the 117th overall pick (round 5) in the 1979 NFL Draft. His pro career included stints with the New York Giants, Philadelphia Eagles, BC Lions and Washington Redskins.
Draft Details
Year
Round
Round 5
Pick
117th overall
Team
Position
Cleveland Jackson Career Stats
Career Totals
| Games played | Receptions | Receiving yards |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 7 |
Career History
- New York Giants (1979–1980)
- Philadelphia Eagles (1980)
- BC Lions (1981)
- Washington Redskins (1982)
- Arizona Wranglers (1983)
- Oklahoma Outlaws (1984)
Born: Crossett, Arkansas, U.S. · Height: 6-4
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| 1 | 10 |  DET |
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