🏈🎂On December 9, 1938 the late great Deacon Jones was born in Eatonville, Florida. Jones played defensive end for the Los Angeles Rams (1961-1971), San Diego Chargers (1972-1973) and the Washington Redskins (1974). Jones specialized in quarterback "sacks", a term which he allegedly coined. Nicknamed "The Secretary of Defense", Jones is considered one of the greatest defensive players ever. The Los Angeles Times called Jones "most valuable Ram of all time," and former Rams head coach George All

Great Deacon Jones story about how Deacon Jones was one of the most feared pass rushers/NFL players of all time and how Deacon Jones invented the phrase “Sack”! 🔥 #DeaconJones #story #shorts #NFL #nflfootball #rams | Justin Paden

Deacon Jones was such an effective pass rusher that the term "sack" was coined due to his excellence. On the nine-year anniversary of Jones' passing, we remember his impact, while striving to keep his legacy alive forever. #HOFForever | Pro Football Hall of Fame