Freddie Jones (football player)

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Freddie Jones
Date of birth September 16, 1974 (age 32)
Place of birth Flag of United States Cheverly, Maryland
Position(s) Tight End
College North Carolina
NFL Draft 1997 / Round 2 / Pick 45
Statistics
Team(s)
1997-2001
2002-2004
San Diego Chargers
Arizona Cardinals

Freddie Jones (9/16/1974) is a former tight end in the NFL. Jones was drafted by the San Diego Chargers with the 2nd pick (45th overall) in the 1997 NFL Draft. Jones became one of the best tight ends in the league in his 5 years with the Chargers. Before the 2002 season he signed with the Arizona Cardinals where he played for 3 years. He then signed with the Carolina Panthers before the 2005 season, but never played. On August 7, 2005 he announced his retirement at the age of 30, with 404 receptions for 4232 yards and 22 touchdowns.