James Saxon (American football)

James Saxon (born March 23, 1966 in Beaufort, South Carolina) is a former American football running back who played eight seasons in the National Football League. He played college football for San Jose State University. He is the father of Harvard bound quarterback Devin Saxon.

Coaching Career

 * OA University of Rutgers 1997-1998
 * OA Menlo College 1999
 * RB Buffalo Bills 2000
 * RB Kansas City Chiefs 2001-2007
 * RB Miami Dolphins 2008-2010
 * RB Minnesota Vikings 2011-Present

James Saxon played football at American River Junior College in the Sacramento area before he transferred to San Jose State University.

Saxon is the running backs coach of the Minnesota Vikings.