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Bills Legend Fred Jackson Returns as Co-Owner to Lead From the Front

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What's Fred Jackson doing in retirement plus 6 things you missed on One  Bills Live this week

Buffalo, NY – The Buffalo Bills are bringing back one of their most beloved icons — not in pads, but in power. This week, multiple reports confirmed that Fred Jackson, the heart and soul of the Bills’ offense for nearly a decade, has officially purchased a minority ownership stake in the team.

For fans across Western New York, it’s a full-circle moment. From undrafted underdog to fan favorite, Jackson’s story became a symbol of Buffalo grit and resilience. Over eight seasons (2006–2014), he rushed for over 5,600 yards, scored 39 total touchdowns, and earned the respect of teammates and fans alike for his fearless running and selfless leadership.

“Buffalo made me who I am,” Jackson said in a statement. “This city gave me a shot when no one else did. Now I get to give something back — not on the field, but in the front office, helping this team keep building toward a championship.”

Known for his blue-collar mindset and connection with the community, Jackson was more than a running back — he was the embodiment of “Bills Mafia” before the term even became famous. His return comes at a time when the franchise continues to chase its long-awaited Super Bowl title, and his presence adds another voice rooted deeply in the culture that defines Buffalo football.

In retirement, Jackson has stayed close to the team through charity work, youth camps, and local business ventures. His transition into ownership is being celebrated as a “win for the city,” with fans on social media calling it “the perfect Buffalo story.”

Team executives echoed that sentiment, noting that Jackson’s leadership and character “represent everything the Bills stand for.”

Now, as Fred Jackson trades his helmet for a front-office role, his message to the city he loves remains the same: “No matter what my title is — I’ll always run for Buffalo.”

Key Factors for Our Saints to Win Against the Giants in NFL Week 5 2025
The New Orleans Saints still are chasing a put-it-all-together game, with all three phases carrying their weight, in hope of securing their first victory of 2025. Sunday's game against the Giants (1-3) in the Caesars Superdome may be a golden opportunity for New Orleans (0-4). But nothing so far has been easy, and this game doesn't figure to be, either. How best can the Saints help themselves? 1. LONG DISTANCE CALLS The Saints need chunk plays in the worst way. It's difficult to consistently post 10-play, 68-yard touchdown drives; long drives provide more opportunities to be sabotaged by a penalty, drop, missed throw or missed block. A big play — several big plays — are needed by a team that has had precious few of them. Receiver Rashid Shaheed has a 39-yard catch, tight end Juwan Johnson has two 21-yard catches and receiver Brandin Cooks has a 20-yarder; those are the four 20-plus yard plays from scrimmage for the Saints this season. Of course, quarterback Spencer Rattler needs protection and receivers need time for routes to develop, but since it's October we'll use a baseball parallel — small-ball is nice but homers make life easier. New York allows the second-most passing yards in the league (235.5 per game), so a few "shot" plays could be on deck. 2. RUN IT BACK Having said that, the chance for balance appears to be good, too, because the Giants also struggle against the run. New York allows 153 rushing yards per game, third-most in the league. New Orleans is coming off a 189-yard rushing game against Buffalo, where running backs Alvin Kamara (15 carries for 70 yards) and Kendre Miller (11 for 65) and Rattler (six for 49) combined to average 5.8 yards per carry. A solid run game slows down the opposing pass rush. 3. BE SPECIAL (OR, AT LEAST, AVERAGE) New Orleans' collective special team units arguably have been the worst-performing units on the team this season. Three missed field goals, a 95-yard punt return allowed, a punt blocked, a 60-yard kickoff return allowed and a roughing the kicker penalty are enough lows to cover an entire season. For all that to have occurred in four games is remarkable in the most non-complimentary way. Blake Grupe made field goals of 54 and 35 yards against Buffalo last Sunday, so maybe that operation has corrected. The other special team parts need to get there, all in the same game. A big return can help the offense and great coverage can benefit the defense. But even if nothing spectacular happens for the positive, don't do anything negative that undercuts. 4. BULLSEYE ON DARTS The Giants won their first game with rookie Jaxson Darts starting at quarterback last week. Darts' inexperience solely won't guarantee success for the Saints' defense; he's mobile, mobile quarterbacks give NFL teams trouble and the Saints are an NFL team. But if New Orleans can confuse Darts and create indecision, the pass rush has a better chance to get home and edge rusher Carl Granderson (team-leading 4.5 sacks) will have a chance to add to his sack total. Dart won't have New York's best receiver, Malik Nabors, to help him (Nabors is out with a torn ACL). The Saints have to take advantage of the absence. 5. WIN THE CROWD As Proximo to Maximus, the Saints have to do something to win the crowd and keep it. There was a decided 49ers flavor in the Superdome for the last home game but in order for that to not become a trend, New Orleans must find a way to rekindle the home fire. Nothing achieves that better than positive plays.   Hurry up and grab your authentic New Orleans Saints jersey right now to cheer for your favorite team and bring home the resounding joy of victory! SHOP NOW