Vincent Jackson

Jackson, who was found deceased on Monday at 38 years old, suffered from chronic alcoholism, according to Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister. The sheriff added the Jackson's family members believe he struggled for years with symptoms of CTE, or brain degeneration likely caused by repeated head traumas -- an alarmingly common issue for ex-NFL players. Jackson had isolated himself in a hotel for a month before he was found dead. The league created a fund for former players who suffer from cognitive decline, a move criticized by many as inadequate. 

Jackson, 38, was found deceased at the Homewood Suites in Brandon, Florida. Although he'll be remembered on the field for three Pro Bowl selections, Jackson notably won the Bucs' Man of the Year honor four years in a row while working closely with military families and, in particular, military mothers. He last played in 2016 and was an early mentor to Mike Evans.

There was little hope for Jackson to return this season, but when it was determined that he didn't actually tear his ACL, people began to speculate. Now it is confirmed... Jackson is done for the year.

The veteran and the Buccaneers aren't sure if he's torn his ACL so this MRI comes as no surprise. With Jacksons' stats declining this year, he's been more of a presence in the locker room than he has been on the field. Look for reports within the next few days to see the results of his MRI.