After NJ.com reported that DeSean Jackson was affiliated with alleged gang members, subsequently leading to his release, the internet was buzzing with old photos of D-Jax flashing gang signs.

Among the most popular examples of Jackson’s alleged gang relations, was a screen shot of what appears to be the Crips’ hand signed flashed at DeAngelo Hall.

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Well, Hall happens to play for the Washington Redskins. Yup, the same franchise that signed Jackson to a three-year, $24 million contract with $16 million guaranteed on Tuesday night. Oh, and Hall was among the Redskins players that took Jackson to a WWE event and clubbing on Monday night in an effort to recruit the star receiver.

Rapper Wale posted a photo on Instagram that shows Hall and Jackson hanging out on Monday night.

So, the questions remain… was Jackson simply joking around with his friend? If Hall received threatening hand gestures from Jackson, would he then take him out on the town in D.C. in a recruitment effort? Is Jackson simply misunderstood?

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