The Jones family has made a significant impact on the world of professional sports, with three brothers achieving success in the NFL and beyond. This article focuses on Chandler Jones, his brothers Arthur and Chad Jones, their careers, and the challenges they've faced.
Chandler James Jones (born February 27, 1990) is an American former professional football player who was a defensive end in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Syracuse Orange and was selected by the New England Patriots in the first round of the 2012 NFL draft.
Jones attended and played college football at Syracuse University from 2008 to 2011. After not playing as a freshman for the Orange in 2008, he appeared in 12 games as a sophomore. Jones left the university one class short of graduating.
Chandler Jones with the New England Patriots in 2013
Early Career and Success with the Patriots
As a rookie, Jones was immediately thrust into the starting right defensive end slot for the Patriots in 2012. In Week 6 against the Seattle Seahawks, Jones recorded two sacks on quarterback Russell Wilson and managed to provide some good pressure on the Seahawks offensive line, forcing one fumble in that game. For the season, Jones recorded 43 tackles and six sacks in 10 games.
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In Week 2, against the Minnesota Vikings, Jones recorded two sacks; he also blocked a field goal and returned it for a touchdown in the 30-7 victory. He earned AFC Defensive Player of the Week for his game against Minnesota. On February 1, 2015, he won his first Super Bowl ring when the Patriots defeated the Seattle Seahawks by a score of 28-24 in Super Bowl XLIX.
Six days before the Patriots took on the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Divisional Round, Jones was hospitalized after showing up at the Foxborough Public Safety Building in a disoriented but cooperative state. Later reports indicated that he had experienced a bad reaction to synthetic marijuana, a legal drug under Massachusetts law.
Time with the Cardinals and Raiders
In 2018, Jones was moved to defensive end as new Cardinals head coach Steve Wilks implemented a 4-3 defense. In Week 5, Jones recorded a sack, pass breakup, three tackles for loss, a forced fumble and recovery in a 28-18 win over the San Francisco 49ers, earning him NFC Defensive Player of the Week. He finished the season with 49 tackles, 13 sacks, four passes defensed, and three forced fumbles.
In Week 1 against the Tennessee Titans, Jones finished with five sacks as the Cardinals won 38-13. In Week 13, Jones had three sacks, six tackles, two tackles for loss, and a pass breakup in a 27-20 win over the Chargers, earning AFC Defensive Player of the Week. Against his former team, the New England Patriots in Week 15, Jones made a notable play at the end of regulation. As the Patriots were attempting a lateral play to try to win the game with the score tied at 24, Jones intercepted a lateral from Jakobi Meyers intended for Mac Jones before stiff-arming the New England quarterback and running the ball in for the game-winning touchdown.
On September 7, 2023, Jones stated on social media that a Crisis Response Team (CRT) member from Las Vegas Fire & Rescue came to his home.
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The Jones Family: A Brotherhood of Athletes
Jones is the youngest of his siblings. His eldest brother, Arthur, was a former defensive end in the NFL. His other brother, Jon, is a former mixed martial artist who was a heavyweight and light heavyweight champion when competing for the UFC.
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Arthur Jones
Arthur Jones, the eldest of the Jones brothers, also had a career in the NFL as a defensive end. His experiences and achievements in football have contributed to the family's legacy in the sport.
Chad Jones
Chad Jones, another brother in the Jones family, was a two-sport star at LSU. He underwent surgery for a broken left leg and ankle after a car accident. According to his father, Al Jones, the surgery was successful, and the rehab was expected to take a while. The major concern related to improving blood flow around the ankle, which doctors were able to address.
Jones was extracted from the SUV, but the two other men riding with him were fine, Harper said. She said it was too early in the investigation to know if Jones was speeding, and police will run toxicology reports to see if alcohol was a factor.
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Jones' agent, Rocky Arceneaux, said Jones was alert when taken to the hospital. Arceneaux said he spoke to the passengers, who said Jones was in the far left lane and turned the wheel abruptly to get his tires off the streetcar tracks grooves. The vehicle then rolled into a pole that carries an overhead electrical wire powering the streetcar line.
Giants spokesman Pat Hanlon issued a statement from the team late Friday afternoon. "We continue to gather information on Chad's condition, and obviously our primary concern is for his health and well being," the team said.
Rahim Alem
Former LSU defensive lineman Rahim Alem, passed away over the weekend, according to communications director Michael Bonnette. He was 36 years old. The cause of death was not immediately disclosed.
During his high school career, Alem recorded 79 tackles and eight sacks as a senior. His junior season was equally impressive, tallying 70 tackles, including 30 for loss, and 11 sacks.
At LSU, Alem earned honors such as the 2009 SEC Defensive Player of the Week against Vanderbilt, a spot on the 2008 First-Team All-SEC (AP), and recognition on the 2008 SEC Academic Honor Roll.
Over his LSU career, Alem played in 44 games and recorded 73 tackles, 25.5 tackles for losses, and 14.5 sacks. He graduated in December 2008 with a degree in Liberal Arts.
In his senior season, Alem played a pivotal role in helping the LSU Tigers hoist the national championship trophy, recording 34 total tackles, 8.5 tackles for losses, and 4.5 sacks.
LSU team members celebrate their 38-24 win against Ohio State
| Rahim Alem's LSU Career Stats | Value |
|---|---|
| Games Played | 44 |
| Total Tackles | 73 |
| Tackles for Loss | 25.5 |
| Sacks | 14.5 |
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