Larry Jones

American football player and coach

Larry Jones - Athletes & Sports Figures born 1933
Born

1933
93 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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