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Former Prairie View A&M Linebacker Jackson ‘Jacks’ Bailey Dies at 22

His PVAMU community has honored him as the circumstances of his death remain unclear.

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Overview

  • Bailey passed away on June 9, and Prairie View A&M Athletics extended its deepest condolences to his family, teammates and fraternity brothers
  • No cause of death has been released and university officials say details surrounding his passing are unknown
  • He transferred to Prairie View A&M in 2023 from Louisiana-Monroe to be closer to his Dallas-area home after beginning his college career at Arizona
  • At Red Oak High School in DeSoto, Texas, Bailey earned 5A Division I all-state honors as a standout linebacker known for his speed and football IQ
  • While at PVAMU he joined Kappa Alpha Psi and inspired peers with his personal motto “God got me,” celebrated for his community spirit and work ethic