Jackson (5'11, 195) played four games with the Tulsa Talons last season and had 17 receptions for 181 yards and 3TDs. In 2007, Jackson was with the Manchester Wolves and Yard Dawgz, collecting 95 receptions for 967 yards and 21 TDs. He became the af2 all-time leader for kickoff returns for touchdowns (15) and the third player in af2 history to score 900 points in a career. In the final regular game of the season, Jackson had 440 all-purpose yards and was named the Schutt Offensive Player of the Week by the af2 league office.
"I'm happy to be back in Oklahoma City and feel like I have something to prove," said Jackson. "This is my home and I'm excited about the upcoming season and the group of players that Coach McEwen has compiled."
Jackson was the Yard Dawgz team leader in kick returns (1,349 yards), receiving yards (1,541), all purpose yards (3,065) and scoring (234 points) during the 2006 season and was named to the af2 National Conference 2nd Team. In his first season with the Yard Dawgz (2005), he led the team in receptions (125), receiving yards (1,636) and TDs (33). Jackson was also the leading kick returner (55-for-1,393 yards; 4 TDs) and FG returner (6-136 yards). Jackson was with the Tulsa Talons in 2000 and 2001 followed by three years in the Arena Football League with the Buffalo Destroyers (2002-2003) and Columbus Destroyers (2004).
"Signing Jarrail Jackson to our roster definitely adds depth to our talented receiving corps as well as experience that is needed to win ArenaCup Championships," said Yard Dawgz Head Coach Sparky McEwen. "In his years in the AFL and af2, Jarrail has proven that he is a playmaker offensively as well as on special teams."
Jackson played under Head Coaches John Blake and Bob Stoops at the University of Oklahoma from 1996-1999. He was a three time All-Big Twelve Receiver and set Sooner records during his senior year collecting 54 catches for 650 yards and seven touchdowns. He finished his career at OU with eight receiving and return records and holds the Independence Bowl record for most receptions in a game with 10 vs. Ole Miss in 1999.
"Jarrail's return to the Yard Dawgz is very exciting for our fan base and the community of Oklahoma City," McEwen added.
DB Carter (6'0, 195) attended training camp with the Yard Dawgz last season and was with the Sooners from 2003-2006 under Head Coach Bob Stoops. He was a member of the 2004 and 2006 Big 12 Championship teams and the Rose Bowl Championship team in 2003. He played in two national championships (2004 Sugar Bowl & 2005 Orange Bowl) and received his bachelors degree in Sociology in 2006. Carter graduated from Jenks High School in Jenks, Oklahoma, where he was All-State and considered one of the best high school athletes in the nation.
Seaton (5'11, 190, San Jose State University) played in 12 games for the Yard Dawgz in 2008, collecting 4 interceptions for 88 yards and 1 TD. Seaton was second on the team with 52.5 total tackles and 10 pass breakups and had 2 fumble recoveries and 1 fumble recovery for a TD.
"It is a privilege for the Yard Dawgz organization to have been assigned Seaton for another year," McEwen said. "Seaton was arguably the most underrated player in the af2 last season. This signing can mean nothing but positive things for our defense and one of the most critical positions in arena football, defensive specialist.
Seaton was with the Stockton Lightning in 2007 and led the team with 65 solo and 22 assisted tackles (76.0 total) and had 16 pass breakups and 2 interceptions.
Seaton played for the AFL's Philadelphia Soul in 2004 and the San Jose SaberCats in 2002.
"In my experience, Travis has exemplified more leadership than I've ever had out of a defensive specialist during my tenure in arena football," commented McEwen.
Season tickets are now available and start at only $56! Call 405-228-3294 or visit www.okcyarddawgz.com for more information.
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