Broderick Jones
Broderick Bernard Jones (born May 16, 2001) is an American football offensive tackle for the Georgia Bulldogs. He is a two-time CFP national champion with the Bulldogs, winning in 2021 and 2022.
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Position | Offensive tackle |
Class | ![]() Redshirt |
Major | Sport Management |
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Born: | Lithonia, Georgia, U.S. | May 16, 2001
Height | 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) |
Weight | 310 lb (141 kg) |
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High school | Lithonia |
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High school career
Jones attended Lithonia High School in Lithonia, Georgia. He received his first athletic scholarship offer while he was a ninth grade high school student from Alabama.[1] As a senior, he was considered one of the best offensive lineman in the class of 2020 and was a part of the Under Amour All-American Game.[2] A five star recruit, Jones committed to play college football at the University of Georgia.[3]
College career
As a freshman in 2020, Jones was a redshirt player. In 2021, his production increased and he made four starts in relief for Jamaree Salyer, who was injured.[4] He was named to the 2021 SEC All-Freshman Team.[5]
References
- Towers, Chip. "It's all about loyalty for UGA 5-star signee Broderick Jones". The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. ISSN 1539-7459. Retrieved 2022-09-19.
- Weiszer, Marc. "Holding onto OT Jones more crucial after Georgia departures". Savannah Morning News. Retrieved 2022-09-19.
- Legge, Dean. "Five-star OT Broderick Jones sticks with Georgia". Online Athens. Retrieved 2022-09-19.
- "With a push from Kirby Smart, Broderick Jones wants to be the best left tackle and leader for Georgia football". DawgNation. Retrieved 2022-09-20.
- "2021 SEC All-Freshman Team". secsports.com. Retrieved 2022-09-20.