Football Moms and Manners

I recently interviewed former Raiders defensive end Jay Richardson and his mom Deborah Johnson for my blog on Essence.com. They were both a breath of fresh air to chat with. What a great mom and son duo!


Deborah Jackson mother of former Oakland Raiders defensive end Jay Richardson mom was just crowned the new spokesperson for Campbell’s Soup heart health campaign. Both Jay and Deborah have made it their mission to use their own success to help fledging athletes and sports moms across the nation. In this candid interview they share why their recipe for success includes family support, a clear plan, and a healthy dose of good manners. Continue reading