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Jones was considered by many to revolutionize the position of defensive end. He was credited with coining the phrase "sacking the quarterback". [10] He once stated that a quarterback being sacked devastated the offense in the same way that a city was devastated when it was sacked . [11]
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Deacon Jones ist Mitglied in der Pro Football Hall of Fame, im NFL 75th Anniversary All-Time Team, im NFL 1960s All-Decade Team, in der South Carolina Athletic Hall of Fame, in der Florida Sports Hall of Fame und in der Black Sports Hall of Fame.
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4. Juni 2013 · The Hall of Fame defensive end who coined the term "sack" for how he knocked down quarterbacks died of natural causes at his home in Southern California on Monday night. He played for the Rams, Chargers and Redskins in a 14-year career that spanned from 1961 to 1974. He was one of the Fearsome Foursome unit that terrorized opponents with his pass-rushing skills and leadership.
Deacon Jones, a legendary defensive end who played for the Rams, Chargers and Redskins, passed away from natural causes in 2013. He was known for his head slap technique, his Pro Bowl and All-Pro honors, and his friendship with George Allen.
14. Jan. 2023 · Learn about the life and career of Deacon Jones, one of the best defensive linemen in pro football history and a pioneer of the "sack". Discover how he overcame racism, violence, and discrimination to become a Hall of Famer and a singer.
#FlashbackFridays Here's a look back at the highlights of the great NFL Defensive End Deacon Jones. He lands at #15 of the Top 100: NFL's Greatest Players (2...
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4. Juni 2013 · Deacon Jones, who coined the term "sack" and was one of the most devastating pass rushers in NFL history, passed away in 2013. He played 14 seasons for the Los Angeles Rams and was a consensus all-pro six times and the NFL's Defensive Player of the Year twice.
