David (Deacon) Jones Enshrined in 1980 (South Carolina State, Mississippi Vocational) DEFENSIVE END 6-5, 260 1961-1971 Los Angeles Rams 1972-1973 San Diego Chargers 1974 Washington Redskins

Obscure 14th-round draft pick, 1961. . .Among first of fast, tough, mobile defensive linemen. . .Noted for clean, but hard-hitting play. . .Specialized in quarterback "sacks", a term he invented. . .Innovative, quick-thinking, flamboyant. . . Unanimous all-league six straight years, 1965-1970. . .Played in eight Pro Bowls. . .NFL Defensive Player of Year, 1967-1968. . .Born December 9, 1938, in Eatonville, Florida.

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