Broncos Safety Kareem Jackson Named AFC Defensive Player Of The Week

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ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (CBS4) -- Denver Broncos safety Kareem Jackson was named AFC Defensive Player of the Week, the NFL announced on Wednesday. This comes after his stellar performance in Denver's 38-24 win against the Houston Texans on Sunday.

Kareem Jackson of the Denver Broncos celebrates with temmates after an interception in the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium on Dec. 8, 2019 in Houston. (credit: Tim Warner/Getty Images)

It was the first time that Jackson had played his former team since signing with the Broncos in the offseason. He spent the first nine years of his career in Houston. Jackson sat down with CBS4 sports reporter Michael Spencer on Monday and talked about facing his old teammates.

CBS4's Michael Spencer interviews Denver Broncos cornerback Kareem Jackson. (credit: CBS)

"With me having roots and ties there, I was excited to go back there and showcase a little bit," said Jackson.

This is the first conference recognition of Jackson's career.

He is the first Bronco to be named AFC Defensive Player of the Week since outside linebacker Von Miller in 2018.