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Keith "End Zone" Jones: Nebraska Cornhuskers Legend & NFL Journeyman


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In this episode of pplpod, we break down the career of Keith "End Zone" Jones, an explosive running back who went from an Omaha Central phenom to a college football star. We explore his time with the Nebraska Cornhuskers, where he overcame a slow start to earn First-team All-Big Eight honors twice and rushed for over 2,400 career yards.

Discover how Jones utilized his track-star speed—clocking a 4.33 40-yard dash—to get drafted by the Los Angeles Rams before playing for the Cleveland Browns. Finally, we discuss his tumultuous stint with the Dallas Cowboys under Jimmy Johnson, the career-ending injuries he suffered, and the significant arbitration settlement he won against the franchise. Tune in for a deep dive into the highs and lows of this 1980s football standout.

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