Malik Jackson

Malik Jackson (born June 10, 1985) is a former professional American and Canadian football linebacker. He was signed by the Oakland Raiders as an undrafted free agent in 2008. He played college football for the Louisville Cardinals.

Jackson was a member of the Oakland Raiders, Albany Firebirds, Calgary Stampeders and Ottawa Redblacks.

Early life Jackson was born on June 10, 1985, in Brooklyn, New York. He attended Dunwoody High School in Georgia for four years. During his senior season, he totaled 93 tackles, two tackles for losses and four forced fumbles. His fumble recovery was also the first of his Louisville career. He was released on August 12. During his stint with the Raiders he was listed as a linebacker. While with Albany, Jackson played both defensive back and linebacker. He was released on July 8, but re-signed the next day to Calgary's practice roster. In a 44–9 victory over the Toronto Argonauts in Week 3, Jackson was runner-up for the league's defensive player of the week award (behind teammate Dwaine Carpenter) after recording six tackles, two sacks and a forced fumble. Malik Jackson spent 5 seasons (2009 through 2013) with the Stampeders, totalling 214 tackles, 26 special teams tackles, 11 sacks, 2 interceptions, 7 fumble recoveries and 2 defensive touchdowns. Jackson suffered a broken arm in the 2013 CFL season, which caused him to only play in 2 games that season. In the off-season Jackson was not re-signed by the Stampedes and became a free agent on February 11, 2014.

Ottawa Redblacks On February 12, 2014, Jackson signed with the Ottawa Redblacks of the Canadian Football League.