A rookie free agent signee out of Delaware State in 2003, Jamaal Jackson has utilized his big frame and a strong work ethic to not only earn a starting role in the middle of the Eagles offensive line, but a seven-year contract extension that will keep him in Philadelphia through 2013.

Career Games Played/Started: (Eagles 2003-07); 2003 (0/0), 2004 (0/0), 2005 (8/8); 2006 (16/16), 2007 (16/16) Total: (40/40).
Playoff Games Played/Started: 2003 (0/0), 2004 (0/0); 2006 (2/2) Total: (2/2).
Fumbles/Lost: Career (1/1), Season (1/1)

2007 HIGHLIGHTS:
• Played in and started every game at center

2006 HIGHLIGHTS:
• Beat out Hank Fraley in training camp to earn the starting center job and went on to be part of an offensive line that allowed just 28 sacks, the team's lowest total since 1981 (22). It was the 6th-lowest sack total allowed in team history since records began being kept of the stat in 1963. The starting line was one of two units in the NFL to start all 16 regular season games (and two playoff games) and together paved the way for the highest net yardage total (6,103) in team history
• Was named to Sports Illustrated's Peter King's All-Pro Team 

2005 HIGHLIGHTS:
• After spending the first 8 games on the Eagles practice squad, was promoted to the active roster and into the starting lineup on 11/9, the same day starting center Hank Fraley was placed on IR with rotator cuff injury
• Started his first NFL game vs. Dal. (11/14/05) and remained there for the rest of the season

2003 HIGHLIGHTS:
• Was promoted to the active roster on 1/7/04 after spending the entire 2003 regular season on the practice squad

IN THE TRENCHES:
• His definition of an O-lineman: "Not all people realize that it starts and ends with us. It's all dirty work. It's the least popular part of the game, but at the end of the day it's the most important. Not everyone can do what we do, and I take great pride in that."
• Favorite O-lineman: Jermane Mayberry. "I really admire his character, his demeanor, and the way he carries himself. He is so soft spoken, but is real tough on the field. By talking to him you would never know he plays professional football."
• Jackson Of All Trades: Started 45 consecutive games at Delaware State, seeing action at all 5 O-line positions. Also was a back-up long snapper and played defensive line in goal line situations. • Single and resides in Philadelphia and Miami in the offseason

PERSONAL:
• Has twin daughters, Ava and Amaya (8/15/06)
• Attended Miami (FL) Senior HS and earned all-state honors as a senior at guard
• Also lettered in track and field, participating in the shot put
• Earned his degree in English in just 3 1/2 years. If not playing football, would have pursued a career in teaching and coaching
• Participated as a judge in 610 WIP's "Rib Safari," a contest designed to find the best ribs in the greater Philadelphia area. Judged the ribs on their taste, sauce, appearance and tenderness of the meat • Lists his favorite movie as Napoleon Dynamite
• Says his worst part-time job was when he worked at a movie theater and cleaned up after movies, scraping gum and cleaning up popcorn tubs all day. Also worked 10-hour shifts at the wheel weight factory in Smyrna, DE
• Enjoys working with children and has worked with the Big Brothers/Big Sisters program
• Is a fan of both the Phillies and the Marlins. "When they play each other, it's tough. I stay neutral."
• His favorite basketball player is Tracy McGrady 
• Full name: Jamaal J. Jackson

COLLEGE HIGHLIGHTS:
Never missed a game during his collegiate career and set a Delaware State record by starting 45 consecutive games. Started all 12 games as a senior, four at left tackle and the final eight at center. Earned All-Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference honors at center in 2002. Named MEAC offensive lineman of the week in 41-9 win over Savannah State

INJURY HISTORY: 
Suffered a torn triceps muscle in the second preseason game vs. Bal. (8/20/04) and was placed on the Injured Reserve list on 8/23.