Milson Jones facts for kids
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| Born: | August 14, 1959 Linstead, Jamaica |
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| Career information | |
| Position(s) | FB |
| Height | 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) |
| Weight | 210 lb (95 kg) |
| College | University of North Dakota |
| Career history | |
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| 1982–83 | Winnipeg Blue Bombers |
| 1984–87 | Edmonton Eskimos |
| 1988–92 | Saskatchewan Roughriders |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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Milson Jones is a well-known former football player. He played as a fullback in the Canadian Football League (CFL). He won many awards and even the famous Grey Cup championship twice!
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Who is Milson Jones?
Milson Jones was born in Jamaica on August 14, 1959. He grew up to become a talented athlete. He played football in college before joining the CFL.
College Football Star
Before playing professionally, Milson Jones was a standout player. He attended the University of North Dakota. There, he showed great skill on the football field. His strong performance helped him get noticed by professional teams.
Playing in the CFL
Milson Jones had a long and successful career in the CFL. He played for three different teams over 11 seasons. He was known for his powerful running and ability to catch passes.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers
Milson Jones started his CFL journey in 1982. He joined the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. He played with them for two seasons. This was the beginning of his exciting professional career.
Edmonton Eskimos and Grey Cup Win
In 1984, Milson Jones moved to the Edmonton Eskimos. He played with this team for four seasons. In 1987, he helped the Eskimos win the Grey Cup. This is the championship game of the CFL. It was a very exciting game. Milson Jones was also given the Dick Suderman Trophy that year. This award goes to the most valuable Canadian player in the Grey Cup.
Saskatchewan Roughriders and Another Championship
Milson Jones then joined the Saskatchewan Roughriders in 1988. He played some of his best football here. In 1988, he ran for 730 yards. In 1990, he ran for 765 yards. These were his top rushing seasons.
In 1989, he won his second Grey Cup with the Roughriders. This was another thrilling championship game. Over his 11 seasons, Milson Jones ran for a total of 4,930 yards. He also caught 359 passes for 3,873 yards. These are impressive numbers for a fullback!
Family and Legacy
Milson Jones's love for football continued in his family. Both of his sons, Devon and Tristan, became football stars too. They played at Canadian universities. This shows how much talent runs in the Jones family!
