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Daryll Jones (born March 23, 1962) is an American former professional
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in the
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Early life and college

Jones was born Daryll Keith Jones on March 23, 1962 in
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. He played at the collegiate level at the
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Professional career

Jones was selected by the
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in the seventh round of the
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and spent two seasons with the team. During his final season he was a member of the
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References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Jones, Daryll Players of American football from Columbus, Georgia Green Bay Packers players Denver Broncos players American football defensive backs University of Georgia alumni Georgia Bulldogs football players Living people 1962 births