NFL rookie and two others dead in high-speed Maryland car crash

Minnesota Vikings rookie cornerback Khyree Jackson and two others were killed in a car crash involving three vehicles in Upper Marlboro, Maryland .

Jackson, 24, and Anthony Lytton, Jr., 24, were passengers in a Dodge Charger being driven by Isaiah Hazel, 23, when their vehicle was struck by a silver Infiniti Q50 attempting to change lanes at a high speed, according to Maryland state police. All three Upper Marlboro natives died in the collision early Saturday morning.

"We are deeply saddened by the news of Khyree's passing," Vikings owners Mark and Zygu Wilf said in a statement . "Khyree had an extremely bright future ahead of him as a player, and it was clear he was dedicated to being a tremendous person who made a positive difference in people's lives."

Police said investigators believe alcohol may have contributed to the crash. After the silver Infiniti Q50 collided with the Dodge Charger carrying Jackson, Lyrron, and Hazel, it proceeded to hit a silver Chevrolet Impala. There were no injuries to the passengers of the Q50 or Impala.

Maryland state police confirmed to the Washington Examiner that an investigation into the incident is ongoing and that “no charges have been placed against anyone involved at this point.”

After the Charger was struck, it “traveled off of the right side of the roadway and struck multiple tree stumps where the vehicle came to rest,” according to police.

Jackson was a standout cornerback for the Oregon Ducks drafted in the fourth round by the Vikings in the 2024 NFL draft. His former college head coach Dan Lanning expressed his grief in a post online. He said he was "at a loss for words" that he will miss Jackson's smile, and that he was a "great player better person."

News of the tragedy also prompted several in the Vikings organization to send their condolences.

Head coach Kevin O'Connell said he is "absolutely crushed by this news" and that Jackson "brought a contagious energy" to the team. He added, "It was evident Khyree was going to develop into a tremendous football player, but what was more impressive was his desire to become the best person he could be."

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Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah said , "I am heartbroken by the loss of Khyree ... I'm devastated that his life and everything he had in front of him has been cut short."

The police arrived at the scene of the crash at 3:14 a.m., and roads reopened at 10:20 a.m. Charges are contingent on the results of the investigation being led by the Maryland State Police Crash Team, as well as consultation with the Prince George’s County State’s Attorney’s Office.