Bo Jackson Quotes

A collection of quotes by Bo Jackson.

Bo Jackson is a former American professional athlete considered one of the greatest multi-sport talents of his era. Born on November 30, 1962, in Bessemer, Alabama, Jackson gained prominence in both football and baseball.

In college, Bo Jackson played football for Auburn University, becoming a standout athlete and earning the Heisman Trophy in 1985. He also excelled in baseball and was selected by the Kansas City Royals during the 1986 Major League Baseball draft. Alongside his baseball career, Jackson pursued football and was drafted by the Los Angeles Raiders in the National Football League (NFL), showcasing his immense athleticism.

As a running back in the NFL, Bo Jackson showcased his exceptional speed and agility, becoming famous for breaking tackles and making electrifying runs. Unfortunately, Jackson's professional sports career was cut short due to a hip injury suffered during a football game in 1991. Despite the injury, he left an indelible mark on sports history, demonstrating his exceptional talent and versatility.

Following his early retirement from professional sports, Bo Jackson remained a popular figure, often appearing in commercials and media. He has also been involved in various philanthropic endeavors and is an advocate for education and the fight against childhood obesity.

Today, Bo Jackson continues to be regarded as one of the most iconic and fascinating figures in American sports history, widely recognized for his incredible athleticism and contributions to both football and baseball.

Set your goals high, and don't stop till you get there.

Set your goals high, and don't stop till you get there.

Bo Jackson


I love going out and doing new things.

I love going out and doing new things.

Bo Jackson

Love

My workout was running down fly balls, stealing a base, or r

My workout was running down fly balls, stealing a base, or running for my life on the football field.

Bo Jackson

Life

I also tell them that your education can take you way farthe

I also tell them that your education can take you way farther than a football, baseball, track, or basketball will - that's just the bottom line.

Bo Jackson

Education

I would say my greatest achievement in life right now - my g

I would say my greatest achievement in life right now - my greatest achievement period is - and I'm still trying to achieve it - is to be a wonderful father to my kids.

Bo Jackson

Life

Set your goals high and don't stop until you get there.

Set your goals high and don't stop until you get there.

Bo Jackson

Goals

Don't sell yourself short because without that you can't go

Don't sell yourself short because without that you can't go far in life because after sports the only thing you know is sports and you can't do anything else with that.

Bo Jackson

Sports

If you have four years to complete your college education, d

If you have four years to complete your college education, do it.

Bo Jackson

Education

I was the type of guy that used to get up in the morning and

I was the type of guy that used to get up in the morning and go out and just out run everybody on the field without stretching or warming up or anything.

Bo Jackson

Morning