Kevin Jones

Quick Facts

Full Name	Kevin Jones
Occupation	American Football Player
Date Of Birth	Aug 21, 1982(1982-08-21)
Age	42
Birthplace	Chester
Country	United States
Birth City	Chester
Horoscope	Leo

Kevin Jones Biography

Kevin Jones is one of the most popular and richest American Football Player who was born on August 21, 1982 in Chester, Chester, United States. Kevin S. Jones (born August 21, 1982) is a former American college and professional football player. Jones was a consensus All-American running back for Virginia Tech in 2003 and selected in the first round of the 2004 NFL Draft. Jones played professionally for six seasons (2004–10) for the Detroit Lions and Chicago Bears in the National Football League (NFL).

In 2000, Jones was the No.1 overall recruit in the nation. Courted by many colleges, Kevin narrowed his choices to Penn State and Virginia Tech. To the surprise of many, Jones chose to become a Hokie, making his decision the day after a home visit from Virginia Tech Head Coach, Frank Beamer.

On July 15, 2008, Jones signed a one-year, $605,000 contract with the Chicago Bears.

In 2007, Jones began the season in a backup role. He became the starter in Week 7 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He rushed for 105 yards on 23 carries and one touchdown in a Week 8 victory over the division rival Chicago Bears. However, he suffered another season-ending injury. On March 13, 2008, the Lions released Jones.

Jones’ college reveal was so highly anticipated that it was covered nationally, and televised by several local news stations. Since then, the use of props (hats, shirts, gear, music etc.) by recruits to announce their college choice has become a staple of the recruiting experience. The phenomenon can be credited to Jones, who was the first to ever do so with his reveal in 2000.

Kevin Jones Net Worth

Kevin Jones is one of the richest American Football Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Kevin Jones 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Jones was born in Chester, Pennsylvania. With his natural ability and his father’s training regimen, he became a highly conditioned athlete at a very young age. Jones was a multi-sport athlete in high school (1997-2001) and competed at the varsity level as a freshman at Cardinal O’Hara High School in Springfield Township, Delaware County, Pennsylvania.

Jones played for Virginia Tech and Hall of Fame coach Frank Beamer, from 2000 to 2003. He is the highest rated recruit to ever commit to the Virginia Tech football program. During his freshman season, Jones assumed the starting job, after an injury to starter, Lee Suggs. Jones set a school record for rushing yards for a freshman. In 2002, Suggs and Jones split time at tailback, and were together called “The Untouchables” as a result of a fan contest for giving the duo a nickname.

Jones had a successful rookie season with the Detroit Lions and became only the third running back in franchise history to rush for over 1,000 yards in his rookie season, joining the ranks of Billy Sims and Hall of Famer Barry Sanders. He was sidelined at the end of the 2006 season with a foot injury.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is Kevin Jones Dating?

According to our records, Kevin Jones married to Robyn Daniel. As of December 1, 2023, Kevin Jones’s is not dating anyone.

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While interning at a furniture design company in Switzerland, Jones manned the position of “grinder” as the only American in a 22-man crew aboard the 68 ft. racing yacht, Caol ila R. By the summer of 2014, Jones had worked five races with the team.

Facts & Trivia

Kevin Ranked on the list of most popular American Football Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Kevin Jones celebrates birthday on August 21 of every year.

In 2014, Virginia Tech hired Jones as “Special Assistant to the Athletic Director”. Jones stepped down from the position on June 12, 2016.

Where is Kevin Jones now?

Jones now lives in Little Rock , where he is in law school, Gibson said.

How much does Kevin Jones disc golf make?

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Open| 28| $28,891
Pro Totals:| 28| $28,891

Where did Kevin Jones play football?

Jones played professionally for six seasons (2004–10) for the Detroit Lions and Chicago Bears in the National Football League (NFL).

Is Kevin Jones in the Hall of Fame?

Jones became a WVU Hall of Famer after four years of basketball at the school, a couple of shots at the NBA, and a long career overseas.

Where is Gary Dunn now?

Gary Dunn is the grandson of Bowman Foster Ashe, the first president of the University of Miami, and he and his wife Caron live in Tavernier, Florida with their two children, Iris and Eddie. They own Oceanview Inn and Pub in Islamorada, Florida.