About Ralph Jones
Lived 1922 – 1995 (aged 73). Ralph Jones was an American american football player.
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Ralph Carroll Jones (February 14, 1922 – February 18, 1995) was an American football player.
Born in Florence, Alabama, Jones attended Coffee High School and played college football for Union (TN) and Alabama. While serving in the Navy, he played for the Great Lakes Navy Bluejackets during the 1945 season and appeared in the final wartime matchup against Notre Dame on December 1, 1945. He played professional football in the National Football League (NFL) as an end and defensive end for the Detroit Lions in 1946 and Baltimore Colts in 1947. He appeared in 17 NFL games, one as a starter He also played professional basketball. His brother Jim Jones also played for the 1946 Lions.
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Who was Ralph Jones?
American football player (1922-1995)
When was Ralph Jones born?
Ralph Jones was born on 14 February 1922 in Florence.
When did Ralph Jones die?
Ralph Jones died on 18 February 1995.
What was Ralph Jones's occupation?
Ralph Jones was an american football player.
What nationality was Ralph Jones?
Ralph Jones was American.
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· DBpedia: Ralph Jones (American football player)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ralph Jones. https://biography.guide/ralph-jones/
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