Freddie Jones (American football)

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Freddie Jones
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Position(s):
Tight End
Jersey #(s):
88, 85
Born: September 16, 1974 (1974-09-16) (age 33)
Cheverly, Maryland
Career Information
Year(s): 19972004
NFL Draft: 1997 / Round: 2 / Pick: 45
College: North Carolina
Professional Teams
Career Stats
Receptions     404
Receiving Yards     4,232
Touchdowns     22
Stats at NFL.com
Career Highlights and Awards
  • No notable achievements

Freddie Jones (born 1974-09-16) is a former tight end in the National Football League. 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.