20 Iconic Athletes That Were Unfortunately Made of Glass

Bo Jackson

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Jackson was as can’t miss of a prospect as there is in sports. After a stellar Heisman-winning career at Auburn, Jackson went professional in two sports (football and baseball). He’s the first ever athlete to make an All-Star team in both the NFL and the MLB. His blend of strength, size, and inhuman speed may never be seen again.

After enjoying arguably the best season of his career as a running back for the Los Angeles Raiders, Jackson suffered a career-ending hip injury on a routine tackle during a playoff game. Had it not been for that injury, there’s no telling the records Jackson could have broken.