Bo Jackson

Bo Jackson is an American former professional baseball and football player, the first athlete named an All-Star in both Major League Baseball and the NFL.

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Deion Sanders: Deion Sanders is an American former professional football and baseball player who appeared in both the Super Bowl and World Series. Like Jackson, Sanders played in both the NFL and Major League Baseball.
1985 NFL draft: The 1985 NFL draft was the league’s annual selection of eligible college football players. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers selected Jackson first overall, but he never played for them.
Bo Knows: Bo Knows was a Nike advertising campaign built around Bo Jackson’s proficiency in multiple sports. The campaign turned Jackson’s versatility into a memorable national marketing persona.
Major League Baseball: Major League Baseball is the highest professional baseball league in the United States and Canada. Jackson’s baseball All-Star status belonged to this league.
Vincent Edward Jackson: Vincent Edward Jackson, known as Bo Jackson, is an American former professional baseball and football player. Jackson’s full name connects his public nickname to his personal identity.
1989 MLB All-Star Game: The 1989 MLB All-Star Game was the annual exhibition between the American and National League teams. Jackson started in center field, hit a leadoff home run, and was named the game’s MVP.
Nike: Nike is an American multinational company that designs, manufactures, and sells athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment. Nike’s Bo Knows campaign made Jackson a prominent crossover sports endorser.
National Football League: The National Football League is the highest professional American football league in the United States. Jackson’s football All-Star selection came in this league.
Kansas City Royals: The Kansas City Royals are a Major League Baseball team based in Kansas City, Missouri. Jackson played outfield for the Royals and made the American League All-Star team with them.
Heisman Trophy: The Heisman Trophy is an annual award for the most outstanding player in college football. Jackson won the 1985 award after starring at Auburn.