Philadelphia Eagles star wide receiver, DeSean Jackson, was released from the teamon March 28, 2014. This past season, Jackson recorded a career high in both total receptions and total yards. As of now, it has not yet been confirmed on why the Eagles released Jackson.

In his six years playing for the Eagles, Jackson has been picked for the Pro Bowl three times, recorded 6,117 yards, and 32 touchdowns. Despite a personal record setting 1332-yard season for Jackson, the Eagles still decided to part ways with the star.

The Eagles issued an official statement upon releasing Jackson. “After careful consideration this offseason, Eagles decide to part ways with DeSean Jackson. The team informed him of his release today.”

Jackson signed with the Washington Redskins on April 1st and signed afour-year 32 million dollar deal. This deal has produced varied reactions among fans.

Social studies teacher Mr. Lee Zeisloft has been a fan of the Redskins since his childhood, and likes that DeSean Jackson was added to the Redskins for a low price.

“The move was good, because I don’t feel like they overpaid for him,” Zeisloft said. “However, I don’t like him at all,” Zeisloft said.

Jackson is known as showboater and flashy player. He does not always get along with his teammates, and may or may not have affiliations with gangs.

Marco Spinosa believes he will be a good fit in Washington, despite the fact that he does not always get along with his teammates.

“The Redskins aren’t very good, and he will bring intensity to the team,” Spinosa said.

“He is a talented athlete, but lets the fame get to his head. He is not a good role model for kids,” freshman Nick Barnett said.

The controversy of this trade from the Eagles to a rival team will only continue to grow as the 2014-2015 NFL season approaches.