Larry Jones
American football player and coach
Born
1933
92 years ago
Died
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played college football at the University of Southern California, later joined the NFL, playing primarily as a linebacker. Coached various teams in high school and college football, developing many successful teams and players. Contributed to the sport not only as a player but also through coaching, emphasizing strategy and player development.
Played linebacker for the NFL
Coached high school and college football teams
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