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 Cheverly, Maryland |
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Career Information | |
Year(s): 1997–2004 | |
NFL Draft: 1997 / Round: 2 / Pick: 45 | |
College: North Carolina | |
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Career Stats | |
Receptions | 404 |
Receiving Yards | 4,232 |
Touchdowns | 22 |
Stats at NFL.com | |
Career Highlights and Awards | |
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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.