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Potsy Jones

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Position: DL
Date of Birth: October 15, 1909
Height / Weight: 5'11" / 216 lbs
First Team: FYJ (1930)
Last Team: GB (1938)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Potsy Jones - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: October 15, 1909
Position: Defensive Lineman (DL)

Career Timeline

  • 1930: Began professional career with the FYJ (Frankford Yellow Jackets)
  • 1931-1934: Played for the MIN (Minneapolis Red Jackets)
  • 1935-1936: Joined the NY (New York Giants)
  • 1937-1938: Finished career with the GB (Green Bay Packers)

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Jones was known for his versatility and strength on the defensive line, contributing to his teams' defensive strategies during the early years of the NFL.
  • Although statistical records from his era are limited, he was recognized as a disruptive force on the field, helping to set the foundation for future generations of defensive players.
  • Played during a time when the league was still in its infancy, showcasing the skills that would eventually evolve into more defined defensive roles.

Legacy

Potsy Jones remains a part of NFL history as one of the early defensive linemen in the league. His contributions to the teams he played for helped shape the defensive tactics that are now fundamental in modern football.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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