Ed "Too Tall" Jones

American football player and boxer

Ed "Too Tall" Jones - American football player and boxer
Born

February 23rd, 1951
74 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional football player and boxer, achieved prominence as a defensive end for the Dallas Cowboys in the National Football League (NFL). Played a key role in the Cowboys' Super Bowl XII victory in 1978. Transitioned to boxing after football, compiling a professional record of 6 wins and 0 losses. Proved to be a notable athlete in both sports.

Played for the Dallas Cowboys

Won Super Bowl XII

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