Brandon Jacobs
Brandon Jacobs is a former professional football player who gained recognition as the third-string running back at Auburn University.
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Brandon Jacobs, a former American football running back, played for the New York Giants in the NFL and had a notable college career at Auburn University. There, he played with other prominent players such as Carnell Williams, Ronnie Brown, and Jason Campbell. In 2003, Jacobs achieved 446 yards and 2 touchdowns for the Tigers. He later had a successful career with the Giants, where he was recognized for his powerful running style. Jacobs played a crucial role in the Giants’ Super Bowl XLII victory and was named to the Pro Bowl in 2008. He also won two Super Bowl championships with the Giants. In 2014, Jacobs retired from the NFL, but in 2021, he announced his intention to return as a defensive end. An interesting fact about Jacobs is that he was the third-string running back at Auburn University, behind Carnell Williams and Ronnie Brown.