Jackson Bailey, former Prairie View A&M college football player, dead at 22

Former Prairie View A&M football player Jackson Bailey has died, the program announced on Tuesday.The cause of death for the 22-year-old has not been revealed.Bailey joined the football program for the 2023 season but did not appear in any games for the university located in Texas.“The Prairie View A&M University Department of Athletics extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, teammates and fraternity brothers of Jackson ‘Jacks’ Bailey, a cherished member of the Panther football program and the PVAMU community,” the university’s statement read. “Jackson joined the football team for the 2023–24 season.Although he did not appear in any official games, his presence and energy were felt deeply within the locker room and across campus.

A proud member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.– Zeta Beta Chapter, Jackson exemplified brotherhood, resilience, and purpose.“He chose Prairie View A&M to be closer to home, and in doing so, became an unforgettable part of our campus family.

Though his time at PVAMU was brief, the impact he made will resonate for years to come.We honor and remember Jackson “Jacks’ Bailey not only for his potential and promise but for the way he lived—with purpose, humor, humility and heart.”Family members also paid tribute to Bailey on Facebook.“With heavy hearts, we share the passing of my brother, Jackson Phillip Bailey as of Monday June 9, 2025,” the statement reads.

“A loving son, brother, teammate, LB, and friend—his presence was a gift to everyone who knew him.Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Funeral details TBA.Rest easy, Baby Boy.

We love you.”The Red Oak, Texas native began his college football career at Arizona, entering his freshman as a three-star linebacker recruit and went on to redshirt the 2021 season before transferring to Louisiana-Monroe.He played nine games in the 2022 season, tallying 14 total tackles and one quarterback hurry...