Reggie Jones (wide receiver) facts for kids

Reginald Lee Jones (born May 8, 1971) is a former professional American football player. He was a wide receiver in the National Football League (NFL). Reggie also played in the CFL.

He was a talented athlete who played both football and competed in track and field. He was part of the Louisiana State University teams for both sports.

Reggie's Football Career

Reggie Jones played for several teams during his time as a wide receiver. In the NFL, he played for the Carolina Panthers from 1995 to 1996. He also played for the Kansas City Chiefs in 1997–1998 and again in 2001. From 2000 to 2001, he was with the San Diego Chargers.

After his time in the NFL, Reggie moved to the CFL. He finished his football career playing for the Ottawa Renegades. In 2002, he caught 28 passes for the team.

Reggie's Track and Field Achievements

Reggie Jones was also a very successful track and field athlete. He was especially good at the triple jump. This event involves three jumps: a hop, a step, and then a jump into a sand pit.

Competing for the USA

Reggie represented the United States in international track and field events.

• In 1993, he competed in the triple jump at the 1993 World Championships in Athletics.
• He placed sixth in the triple jump at the 1993 Summer Universiade. This is a major sports event for university athletes from around the world.
• He also placed sixth at the 1994 IAAF World Cup.

National and College Success

Reggie had great success at the national level in the United States.

• He placed third in the triple jump at the USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships in both 1993 and 1994.
• When he was 18, he won the American Junior College triple jump title in 1991.

At Louisiana State University, Reggie was a key part of the track and field team.

• In 1993, he finished second in the triple jump at the 1993 NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships.
• He also placed seventh in the long jump at the same event.
• Reggie was part of the winning 4 × 100 meters relay team at the NCAA Championships in both 1992 and 1993. This means his team won the national college title for that race two years in a row!

National Titles

• NCAA Outdoor Championships
  • 4 × 100 m relay: 1992, 1993

See also

• List of people from Kansas City, Kansas