Chris Jones Biography 2025 Latest News, Age, Born, Family, Salary, Net Worth And More

Christopher Deshun Jones born July 3, 1994 is an American professional football player who serves as a defensive tackle for the Kansas City Chiefs in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Mississippi State Bulldogs before being selected by the Chiefs in the second round of the 2016 NFL Draft. Jones is a three-time Super Bowl champion, five-time All-Pro, and five-time Pro Bowl selection.

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Jones played for the Mississippi State Bulldogs from 2013 to 2015. In his freshman year (2013), he played in all 13 games, starting three, and recorded 32 tackles and three sacks. During his sophomore season, he again appeared in all 13 games, finishing with 26 tackles and three sacks. As a junior, he started all 13 games, accumulating 44 tackles and 2.5 sacks. After his junior season, Jones decided to forgo his senior year and declared for the 2016 NFL Draft.

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Chris Jones Biography Details

Born July 3, 1994 (age 30)
Houston, Mississippi, U.S.
Height 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m)
Weight 310 lb (141 kg)
High school Houston (MS)
College Mississippi State (2013–2015)
NFL draft 2016 / round: 2 / pick: 37

Chris Jones Early Life

Jones attended Houston High School in Houston, Mississippi, where he played football for the Hilltoppers. Recognized as a five-star recruit, he was ranked among the top players in his class. He later committed to Mississippi State University to continue his football career.

Chris Jones Bio

Career Milestone Key Information
NFL Draft 2016, 2nd Round (37th overall)
Position Defensive Tackle
Draft Team Kansas City Chiefs
Height 6’6″ (1.98m)
Weight 310 lbs (141 kg)
High School Houston High School, Houston, Mississippi
College Mississippi State

Chris Jones College Performance

College Career Season Stats & Performance
2013 (Freshman) 32 tackles, 3 sacks
2014 (Sophomore) 26 tackles, 3 sacks
2015 (Junior) 44 tackles, 2.5 sacks
Total College Career 102 tackles, 8.5 sacks

Chris Jones Pre-Draft Analysis

Aspect Performance Detail
NFL Draft Projection 2nd round pick, 37th overall
Combine Performance 40-yard dash: 5.03s, Bench press: 26 reps
Position Ranking 8th best defensive tackle in 2016 draft
Combine Notable Moment Wardrobe malfunction during 40-yard dash

Chris Jones Rookie Year Highlights

Game & Performance Key Statistics
Regular Season Debut 1st game vs. San Diego Chargers (33-27 win)
First Career Start 2 solo tackles vs. New Orleans Saints
Rookie Season Total 28 tackles, 2 sacks, 4 pass deflections

Chris Jones Career Performance

Key Game Performance Stats
Week 2 vs. Philadelphia Eagles 3 sacks, 2 forced fumbles, 1 interception
Overall Season Total 6.5 sacks, 32 tackles, 4 forced fumbles

Chris Jones Career Highlights

Key Performance Aspect 2018 Statistics
Sacks in Consecutive Games NFL record 11 straight games with a sack
Overall Stats 15.5 sacks, 40 tackles, 1 interception
Honors Second-team All-Pro

Chris Jones Performance and Impact

Key Game Performance Highlights
Week 10 vs. Tennessee Titans 2 sacks on Ryan Tannehill
Super Bowl LIV Chiefs win, 1 tackle, forced turnover
Season Total 36 tackles, 9 sacks, 1 forced fumble

Contract and Performance

Key Moment Stat Breakdown
Franchise Tag Placed on franchise tag March 2020
2020 Season Highlights 7.5 sacks, 36 tackles, 4 passes defensed
Career Milestone First career safety in Week 14

Chris Jones Highlights and Recognition

Career Highlight Season Stats and Achievements
Week 11 vs. Dallas Cowboys 5 tackles, 3.5 sacks, forced fumble
Season Total 9 sacks, 27 tackles, 5 passes defensed
Pro Bowl Third consecutive Pro Bowl appearance

Chris Jones Super Bowl Performance

Game & Performance Key Stats
AFC Championship Game 2 sacks on Joe Burrow
Super Bowl LVII 3 tackles in Chiefs’ 38–35 win
Season Total 44 tackles, 15.5 sacks

Contract and Super Bowl LVIII

Event Performance and Key Stats
Contract Extension (2023) One-year contract agreement for the season
Super Bowl LVIII Performance 4 tackles (2 solo), pivotal pressure in overtime
Chiefs’ Win Chiefs defeat 49ers, Jones plays key role

Career Milestone and Achievements

Event Key Achievements
2025 Contract Five-year, $158.75 million contract extension
2025 Season Performance 2 sacks in Week 4 vs. Chargers
Player of the Week AFC Defensive Player of the Week (Week 4)

Career Statistics Breakdown

Statistic Career Total
Total Tackles 303 tackles
Total Sacks 80.5 sacks
Forced Fumbles 13
Pass Deflections 37
Defensive Touchdowns 1

Chris Jones Postseason Statistics

Postseason Year Stats
2016 2 tackles, 0 sacks
2017 3 tackles, 1 sack
2019 1 tackle, 0 sacks
2023 4 tackles, 0.5 sacks

Chris Jones Career Awards

Award Year
Super Bowl Championships 3x (LIV, LVII, LVIII)
All-Pro Selections 2x First-team (2022, 2023)
Pro Bowl Selections 5x (2019–2023)

Chris Jones Net Worth

Chris Jones is an American professional football player who has a net worth of $30 million.

Chris Jones Summary

Chris Jones has firmly established himself as one of the NFL’s elite defensive tackles. From his high school days in Mississippi to his dominant college career at Mississippi State, Jones has consistently displayed an unmatched blend of size, athleticism, and skill. His time with the Kansas City Chiefs has been marked by numerous awards, including multiple Pro Bowl selections and Super Bowl victories. As Jones continues to play at a high level, his career remains a testament to his hard work, versatility, and impact on the field, making him one of the premier defenders of his era.

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