Jackson State University’s gridiron star Javancy Jones was named to the defensive squad on the annual BOXTOROW All-America team, according to Boxtorow.com.
Jones, who was also a nominee for the C Spire Conerly Trophy, finished the season as the national leader in tackles for loss with 25.5. He also led the Tigers in tackles with 107 and posted 7.5 sacks.
The Noxubee County native was named the SWAC Defensive Player of the Week twice this season (Nov. 10 and Nov. 30).
In addition, Jones was named to the College Football Performance Awards watch list as well as to the All-SWAC defensive first team.