Better late than never, the St. Louis Rams will retire No. 75, worn by Hall of Fame defensive end Deacon Jones, who played for the Rams from 1961 to 1971 and was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1980. Jones accumulated 159.5 sacks with the Los Angeles Rams, 173.5 in his career. After leaving the Rams, Jones played for Chargers and Redskins. Rams to retire No. 75, worn by Deacon Jones | Around the Horns | STLtoday
Let this thread be a tribute to the man, the legend David (Deacon) Jones. [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VRnC8L2TfdY]YouTube - Top Ten Pass Rushers: David 'Deacon' Jones[/ame]
Really this number wasnt retired. I cant believe I didnt know this. Deacon Jones deserved this many years ago. Maybe he will be at a game this year to retire his number and if so I can see him. Cant wait til they announce when they will do this
