Dave Jones

David Ray Jones (born August 10, 1947) is an American former professional football player who was a wide receiver for three seasons with the Cleveland Browns of the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Browns in the eleventh round of the 1969 NFL/AFL draft after playing college football for the Kansas State Wildcats.

Early life David Ray Jones was born on August 10, 1947, in Goodland, Kansas. He was originally supposed to attend Kanorado High School but decided to move in with his grandmother to attend Goodland High School after Kanorado had plans to drop football. His 20.6 yards per catch was the most in the Big Eight that year.

As a senior in 1968, Jones totaled 46 catches for 622 yards and four touchdowns, earning AP and United Press International first-team All-Big Eight honors.

Professional career Jones was selected by the Cleveland Browns in the 11th round, with the 280th overall pick, of the 1969 NFL draft. He played in 13 games for the Browns in 1969, catching two passes for 33 yards.