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Iowa State University football player arrested for O.W.I

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December 9th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

AMES, Iowa (Des Moines Register via KCRG) – An Iowa State University football player was arrested early Sunday morning for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated. According to the Des Moines Register, running back Jaylon Jackson was arrested at 2:38 A.M. at 618 South 17th Street on Sunday. This is Jackson’s first O.W.I arrest.

This year Jackson recorded 388 yards and two touchdowns on 93 total carries. He also has seven receptions for 41 yards and one touchdown. During Saturday’s Big 12 championship loss to Arizona State, Jackson recorded 15 yards in four carries.

In a statement, an Iowa State University football spokesperson said “We are aware of the situation and have no further comment at this time.”

Iowa State will take on Miami in the Pop-Tarts Bowl on December 28th in Orlando, Florida.