Christopher Todd Jones (born August 7, 1971) is an American former professional

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player who was a

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in the

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(NFL). He was selected by the

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in the third round of the

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. He played

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for the

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. Jones also played for the

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College career

Jones played for the

from 1991 to 1994, recording career totals of 105 receptions and 11 touchdowns on 1,640 receiving yards. He earned All-

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First-team honors in 1993 and 1994.

Professional career

Philadelphia Eagles

Jones was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles with the 78th pick of the

. He played in 32 games, starting 17, for the Eagles from 1995 to 1997. He was released by the Eagles on August 20, 1998, as the team believed he could not come back from knee injuries.

Oakland Raiders

Jones signed with the Oakland Raiders on February 13, 1999. He was expected to be lost for up to six weeks after suffering a sprained left knee on August 15, 1999, in a pre-season game against the

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. He was placed on injured reserve on September 3, 1999, as his injury was more severe than originally thought.

Professional career statistics

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Jones, Chris T. 1971 births Living people American football wide receivers Miami Hurricanes football players Philadelphia Eagles players Oakland Raiders players Players of American football from West Palm Beach, Florida 21st-century African-American sportsmen 20th-century African-American sportsmen 20th-century American sportsmen