Jackson was considered a three-star recruit by Rivals.com, and he chose LSU over both Oklahoma State and Colorado. Redshirted as a true freshman in 2004 and graduated with a degree in General Studies at LSU. During his college career Jackson played in 53 games with 39 starts at left defensive end at LSU … Produced 122 tackles (55 solo), 27.0 tackles for loss, 18.5 sacks (-92.0 yards), 33 QB pressures, two fumble recoveries, two forced fumbles and 18 passes defended. Jackson signed a contract with the Chiefs on August 10th 2009 the terms of that agreement have not been disclosed. Tyson played in all 16 games of his rookie season and had 38 tackles (27 solo) with 2 pass deflections. Tyson is described as a pphysical performer who plays the defensive end position in Kansas City’s 3-4 defensive alignment with fellow first-round defensive end Glenn Dorsey. Jackson should benefit greatly from working with defensive line coach Anthony Pleasant, who enjoyed a 14-year NFL playing career. Tyson Jackson’s 2010 salary was $18.2 million. He is currently signed to a 5 year $57 million contract with the Kansas City Chiefs.