Reynolds cousins remember their Uncle Jamar by continuing Atlantic City's football tradition

Staff Photo by Edward Lea

Keyshawn, left, and Dayshawn Reynolds

Keyshawn Reynolds, left, and cousin Dayshawn Reynolds go through a drill during football practice at Atlantic City High School on Wednesday. The cousins are inspired by the legacy and memory of their uncle Jamar Reynolds, a former Vikings star who was shot to death in 2003.

Keyshawn Reynolds 2011 Atlantic City High School football

Keyshawn Reynolds, a 6-foot-2, 216-pound defensive end, gives the Atlantic City High School football team a physical presence it badly needs. Keyshawn and his cousin and teammate Dayshawn Reynolds are inspired by the legacy and memory of their uncle Jamar Reynolds, a former Vikings star who was shot to death in 2003.

Dayshawn Reynolds 2011 Atlantic City High School

Dayshawn Reynolds is a speedy wide receiver and defensive back for the Atlantic City High School football team. He and cousin and teammate Keyshawn Reynolds are inspired by the legacy and memory of their uncle Jamar Reynolds, a former Vikings star who was shot to death in 2003.

Staff photo by Ben Fogletto, Dec. 7, 1999

Jamar Reynolds 1999 headshot Atlantic City football

Running back Jamar Reynolds, who was killed in 2003, was noted for his toughness on the football field for Atlantic City High School. Reynolds, who wore No. 24, led the Vikings to the 1999 South Jersey Group IV championship, the only sectional title Atlantic City has won since the playoffs began in 1974.

Staff photo by Ben Fogletto, Dec. 5, 1999

Jamar Reynolds with trophy 1999 Atlantic City football

Atlantic City High School's Jamar Reynolds holds up the 1999 South Jersey Group IV football championship trophy for fans to see after leading the Vikings over Eastern in the title game. Reynolds was shot to death in 2003, but his memory inspires two of his nephews who are key players on this year's team. Keyshawn Reynolds and Dayshawn Reynolds are cousins and teammates.