Christopher Deshun Jones, commonly known as Chris Jones, is an exceptional defensive tackle representing the Kansas City Chiefs of the National Football League. He boasts a decorated NFL career, with a list of achievements and accolades. With the Chiefs, he secured victories in Super Bowl LIV, LVII and LVIII. Additionally, he has made five Pro Bowl appearances since 2019, earned first-team All-Pro honors twice, holds the NFL record for most consecutive games with a sack and the list goes on.
Jones was born to Chris Jones Sr. and Mary Woodhouse on 3 July 1994. The six-foot-six-inches player hails from Houston, and while growing up there, he attended Houston High School and laid the foundation of his football journey. Playing high school football, he earned an impressive five-star recruit rating. After concluding his high school football career, he decided to play college football for Mississippi State University.
The Mississippi State University alum embarked on his NFL journey with the Chiefs after being selected as the 37th overall pick in the second round of the 2016 NFL Draft. Jones has stayed committed to the Chiefs throughout his NFL career. In 2023, he signed a new one-year contract with the team valued at $19,500,000, including a guaranteed amount of $18,416,667. From earning a spot on the 2016 PFWA All-Rookie team to clinching two Super Bowls, Jones has demonstrated a perfect blend of expertise, talent, and consistent hard work.
Jones' talent, work ethic, and most importantly huge plays in crunch-time situations have been instrumental in helping the franchise win three Super Bowls in a span of 5 years. Realizing the importance of the defensive tackle, the Chiefs rewarded him with a new 5-year deal worth $158,750,000 in March 2024.
Chris Jones College
Jones committed to playing college football for Mississippi State Bulldogs at Mississippi State University. He played there from 2013 to 2015, opting out of his senior year to enter the 2016 NFL Draft.
As a true freshman, Jones played all 13 games, starting three of them. He concluded the 2013 season with 32 tackles including 17 solo tackles and three sacks.
During the 2014 season, he played twelve games and recorded 26 tackles with nine solo tackles and three sacks as a sophomore.
In the final year of his collegiate career, he started all 13 games and recorded 44 tackles including 16 solo tackles and 2.5 sacks as a junior.
Chris Jones College Statistics
| Season | Team | GP | Solo | Ast | Cmb | TfL | Yds | Sack | Yds | FR | FF |
| 2013 | Mississippi State | 13 | 17 | 15 | 32 | 7 | 28 | 3 | 26 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | Mississippi State | 12 | 9 | 17 | 26 | 3.5 | 13 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | Mississippi State | 13 | 16 | 28 | 44 | 7.5 | 21 | 2.5 | 16 | 0 | 0 |
| Career | 38 | 42 | 60 | 102 | 18 | 62 | 8.5 | 54 | 0 | 0 | |
How old is Chris Jones?
Born in Houston, Mississippi on 3 July 1994, Jones is currently 30 years old as of August 2024. He has played for the Chiefs since entering the National Football League. Standing at six feet six inches tall and weighing around 310 lb or 141 kg, his large stature is a crucial aspect of playing defensive tackle, serving as a barrier, aiding to stop the runner and making it difficult for the quarterbacks. Undoubtedly, he has solidified a strong foothold in the league.
FAQs
A. During NFL Combine, Chris Jones ran and recorded a time of 5.03 seconds, completing the 40- yard dash.
A. Chris Jones was selected as the 37th overall pick by the Kansas City Chiefs in the second round of the 2016 NFL Draft.
A. Chris Jones attended Houston High School in Houston, Mississippi.
A. As of August 2024, Chris Jones has an estimated career earnings of $90,172,958 throughout his NFL career.
