Ed "Too Tall" Jones - Wikipedia
Edward Lee Jones (born February 23, 1951), commonly known as Ed "Too Tall" Jones due to his height, is an American former professional football player who was a defensive end for 15 seasons (1974–1978, 1980–1989) for the Dallas Cowboys in the National Football League (NFL).
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The Life And Career Of Ed “Too Tall” Jones (Complete Story)
May 26, 2022 · In 1974, Ed "Too Tall" Jones became the first and only player from an HBCU to be selected #1 overall in an NFL Draft. He was selected by the Dallas Cowboys out of Tennessee State University. He played 15 seasons at defensive end, won 1 Super Bowl, and was selected to 3 Pro Bowls. pic.twitter.com/x5KNM1KqQj.
Where Is Ed ‘Too Tall’ Jones Today? - Sportscasting
Apr 20, 2020 · Ed “Too Tall” Jones is one of the most recognizable Dallas Cowboys players in the club’s storied history for his size, his name, and his performance on the field. He’s also remembered for his sudden retirement in 1979 to take up boxing before returning to …
The Story Behind Ed "Too Tall" Jones, Whose Career Arc Is So …
Jul 5, 2022 · Ed ‘Too Tall’ Jones was an accomplished player for the Dallas Cowboys in the ‘70s and ‘80s. One All-Pro, three Pro-Bowls and a Super Bowl ring from the 1977 season are the headliners of Jones’ NFL resume.
Ed ‘Too Tall’ Jones: Cowboys’ big man left football, came back …
Jun 19, 2021 · One of the longest-tenured players in Cowboys history, he helped usher in sacks as an official statistical category. He is single-handedly responsible for the league tallying batted passes....
One and only: 50-year anniversary of ‘Too Tall’ Jones’ historic No.
Jan 28, 2024 · The Cowboys made headlines Jan. 29, 1974, selecting Ed “Too Tall” Jones, a 6-foot-9 defensive end out of Tennessee State. This marked the first (and still only) time a player from a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) was selected with the first overall pick.
Edward Lee “Too Tall” Jones (1951- ) - Blackpast
Apr 29, 2024 · Edward Lee “Too Tall” Jones, is a former professional football player best known for playing for the Dallas Cowboys his entire career. Jones was born on February 23, 1951, to Abbie Jones and Jack Jones in Jackson, Tennessee.
ED "TOO TALL" JONES | COWBOYS LEGENDS | APPAREL
The Cowboys ended up drafting Ed Jones, making him the first football player from a historically black college to go that high in the NFL draft. He became a starter at left defensive end during his second season in 1975 and by 1977 he had helped the Cowboys win Super Bowl XII.
Ed "Too Tall" Jones - Wikiwand
Edward Lee Jones (born February 23, 1951), commonly known as Ed "Too Tall" Jones due to his height, is an American former professional football player who was a defensive end for 15 seasons (1974–1978, 1980–1989) for the Dallas Cowboys in the National Football League (NFL).