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• Chargers' Donte Jackson: Won't play against Kansas City

  Rotowire Oct 16, 2026

  Jackson (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Chiefs. Jackson will end up missing a second consecutive game due to a hamstring injury he sustained in Week 4 against the Seahawks. He hasn't been cleared to return to practice since sustaining the injury, but with the Chargers on a bye for Week 7, Jackson will have additional time to rest before Week 8 against the Rams on Sunday, Nov. 1. With Rodney Shelley (hamstring) listed as doubtful, Deane Leonard will likely start at outside cornerback Cam Hart in Jackson's absence.

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• Chargers' Donte Jackson: Doesn't practice again Thursday

  Rotowire Oct 15, 2026

  Jackson (hamstring) did not practice Thursday. Jackson didn't play in Sunday's meeting with the Broncos. He missed his second consecutive practice Thursday, so it doesn't appear he's moving in a positive direction toward suiting up in Week 6 versus the Chiefs.

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• Chargers' Donte Jackson: Won't play versus Denver

  Rotowire Oct 9, 2026

  Jackson (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Broncos. Jackson was held out of practice all week due to a hamstring injury, which he picked up during the Chargers' Week 4 loss to the Seahawks. His next chance to play is Week 6 against the Chiefs, but in his absence, Deane Leonard and Rodney Shelley are the top candidates to start at outside cornerback opposite Cam Hart.

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• Chargers' Donte Jackson: Misses practice Wednesday

  Rotowire Oct 7, 2026

  Jackson (hamstring) did not practice Wednesday, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports. Jackson was in concussion protocol and listed as questionable ahead of the Week 4 meeting with Seattle. While he managed to get on the field, he exited the contest due to a hamstring issue and didn't return. It's possible Jackson didn't practice Wednesday as a precaution, so he'll have a few more chances to get out there. For now, the 30-year-old should at least be considered questionable for the Week 5 matchup with Denver.

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• Chargers' Donte Jackson: Cleared to play Sunday

  Rotowire Oct 4, 2026

  Jackson (concussion) is available for Sunday's game against Seattle. Jackson was in the league's concussion protocol. However, after practicing in full Friday, he will suit up for the Week 4 meeting with the Seahawks.

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• Chargers' Donte Jackson: Tagged as questionable after full practice

  Rotowire Oct 2, 2026

  Jackson (concussion) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Seahawks. Jackson entered the league's concussion protocol during the Chargers' Week 3 loss to the Bills. He progressively increased his practice participation this past week, culminating in a full session Friday, but Jackson will need to pass an evaluation by an independent neurologist in order to be cleared to play against Seattle.

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• Chargers' Donte Jackson: Limited practice Thursday

  Rotowire Oct 1, 2026

  Jackson (concussion) was a limited participant at the Chargers' practice Thursday. Jackson suffered a concussion in the team's 24-16 loss to the Bills in Week 3, and he was considered a non-participant at Wednesday's practice. His ability to return to practice Thursday is a step in the right direction, but he still has to clear concussion protocol before he'd be eligible to play Sunday versus Seattle.

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• Chargers' Donte Jackson: Still dealing with ankle issue

  Rotowire Jan 7, 2026

  Jackson (ankle) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports. Jackson hurt his ankle in the Bolts' regular-season finale at Denver, and he's apparently still not back to full strength as the team begins its preparations for a wild-card matchup at New England. He'll likely need to manage a full practice Thursday or Friday to avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend.

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• Chargers' Donte Jackson: No longer dealing with groin issue

  Rotowire Dec 23, 2025

  Jackson (groin) isn't listed on the Chargers' practice report Tuesday. Jackson hurt his groin Sunday versus the Cowboys and was unable to finish the game. Coach Jim Harbaugh said Monday that the veteran cornerback was considered day-to-day, but his absence from the team's first practice report of the week suggests Jackson's injury is a thing of the past. He should thus be able to take on his usual starting role Saturday versus Houston.

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• Chargers' Donte Jackson: Considered day-to-day

  Rotowire Dec 22, 2025

  Coach Jim Harbaugh said Monday that Jackson (groin) is viewed as day-to-day, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports. Jackson was injured in the second quarter of Sunday's win over the Cowboys, but it appears as if he avoided a major injury. Benjamin St-Juste stepped in for Jackson but suffered a shoulder injury of his own and is also considered day-to-day, according to Harbaugh.

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• Chargers' Donte Jackson: Won't return in Week 16

  Rotowire Dec 21, 2025

  Jackson (groin) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's matchup against Dallas. Jackson was hurt in the second quarter and was ruled out after halftime. Benjamin St-Juste has stepped in to play cornerback in Jackson's absence.

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• Chargers' Donte Jackson: Inking deal with Chargers

  Rotowire Mar 10, 2025

  Jackson has agreed to a two-year, $13 million deal with the Chargers, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. The LSU product is coming off one of the best seasons of his career, recording 38 total tackles and eight passes defended, including a career-high five interceptions, over 15 regular-season games with the Steelers in 2024. With Jackson now in Los Angeles, he's expected to start as one of the team's top outside cornerbacks in 2025.

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• Steelers' Donte Jackson: Inactive for Week 16

  Rotowire Dec 21, 2024

  Jackson (back) is inactive for Saturday's game against the Ravens, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports. Jackson will miss a game for the first time this season due to a pinched nerve he suffered in the Week 15 loss to the Eagles. He won't have much time to heal before Pittsburgh's next game against the Chiefs on Christmas. Cory Trice or James Pierre could see action at outside cornerback in Jackson's absence.

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• Steelers' Donte Jackson: Done for Week 15 due to back injury

  Rotowire Dec 15, 2024

  Jackson (back) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's matchup versus Philadelphia, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports. Jackson suffered a back injury while making a tackle early in the second quarter. The veteran cornerback was active prior to his exit, tallying three tackles in just over a period of play. James Pierre entered the contest in Jackson's stead.

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• Steelers' Donte Jackson: Exits Week 10 with hamstring issue

  Rotowire Nov 10, 2024

  Jackson is questionable to return to Sunday's matchup against Washington due to a hamstring injury, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports. Jackson was deemed questionable to return early in the fourth quarter. He had paid a visit to the medical tent in the third period before heading to the locker room. James Pierre has entered the game to play cornerback in Jackson's stead.

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• Steelers' Donte Jackson: Not listed on injury report

  Rotowire Oct 24, 2024

  Jackson (shoulder) was absent from Thursday's injury report, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports. Jackson suffered a shoulder injury during the Steelers' Week 7 win over the Jets. It appears to be a minor issue, however, as the 2018 second-round pick was able to practice Thursday without limitations. Barring any setbacks, Jackson should start at corner opposite Joey Porter against the Giants on Monday.

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• Steelers' Donte Jackson: Shoulder injury considered minor

  Rotowire Oct 22, 2024

  Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday that Jackson (shoulder) is dealing with a "minor" injury that shouldn't impact his availability during Monday's game against the Giants, Mike DeFabo of The Athletic reports. Jackson was forced out of Sunday's win over the Jets due to a shoulder issue, but Pittsburgh doesn't anticipate him missing further time due to the injury. Prior to his early departure Week 7, Jackson had played over 80 percent of defensive snaps in each of his first six appearances.

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• Steelers' Donte Jackson: Impresses in Steelers debut

  Rotowire Sep 9, 2024

  Jackson recorded two total tackles (one solo) and two passes defended, including one interception, during Sunday's 18-10 win over the Falcons. Jackson was traded from the Panthers to Steelers earlier this past offseason, and he impressed in Week 1 with his new team. The 28-year-old cornerback tied DeShon Elliott for the team lead in both passes defended and interceptions Sunday, and Jackson's pick put the Steelers in the driver's seat in the fourth quarter. Expect Jackson to continue lining up opposite Joey Porter and wreak havoc on opposing quarterbacks as the season progresses.

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• Panthers' Donte Jackson: Likely done in Carolina

  Rotowire Mar 4, 2024

  Jackson is expected to be released or traded by the Panthers before March 16, when he is due a $4 million roster bonus, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports. Jackson played 16 games last year in his sixth season with Carolina, but it appears the veteran corner will not spend his seventh NFL campaign with the franchise. He ended 2023 with 59 combined tackles, five passes defended and no interceptions. His release would save the team $5.9 million in cap space this offseason.

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• Panthers' Donte Jackson: Not on Week 16 injury report

  Rotowire Dec 22, 2023

  Jackson (back) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Packers. Jackson's name was removed from the injury report entirely, suggesting he's good to go for Sunday's game. He left Carolina's previous game due to a back injury but is expected to handle his usual starting cornerback role against the Packers.

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