San Antonio East Central 2014 QB Jeremy Jones (#16)
Jeremy Jones,
the 6’6’’, 190 pound senior signal-caller attending San
Antonio East Central, has asserted himself as one of the top quarterbacks in
central Texas and looks to continue raising his stock.
After
receiving his first offer from Rutgers back in March, the list only began to
grow. Jones has now acquired offers from Air Force, New Mexico State, North
Texas, Rice and also Texas State. He also has sparked the interest of the likes
of Texas A&M, TCU, Baylor, Oklahoma, Kansas State and just recently, SEC
powerhouse, LSU.
Jones was
also able to gain such attention despite having to split time with his older
brother, Christian Jones, who graduated this spring and will be playing at
Cisco Junior College in the fall. Due to the split time, Jeremy’s stats may not
be eye-popping at first glance. The junior was able, however, to throw for 474
yards while connecting with receivers for 6 touchdowns. He was also able to
rush for 207 yards, scoring 3 touchdowns and averaging just about 3.5 yards per
rush.
When the
season starts this fall, Jones will be able to really assert himself, being the
sole leader at the quarterback position.
Being
recruited as a dual-threat quarterback, Jones not only has the skill to make
multiple throws, but with his 4.63 40 speed, he also has the quickness and
agility to make plays with his feet, as well. With those attributes, Jones
feels that, “being able to make both types of plays and being 6’6’’ are going
to help me make an impact at the next level.”
Though he
was considered more of a threat on foot, Jones is developing into more of a
pass-first quarterback.
“When I
started playing on varsity my sophomore year, I was more of a run-first
quarterback, but now I’m developing into more of a pocket passer,” Jones started.
“That’s something I wanted to improve on….and also really working on improving
my footwork.”
A big part
of Jones’ decision will be the school’s offense. Though having played in no-huddle
and pistil offenses at East Central, when considering the type of offense that
he will make the most impact in at the next level, Jones believes that he can
be most effective in a spread offensive system.
“I think
I’ll be best in a spread offense, but I’ll consider playing in more of a
pro-style system because a lot of schools use that and even at the next level,”
said Jones.
Though a lot
of athletes like to talk about their work ethic, Jones truly puts his into
action. During Spring Break this year, while most teens were on vacation at
beaches and just hanging out, Jones used his break as an opportunity to focus
on football. Along with his older brother, he spent the week at IMG Academy, a
private athletic training institute located in Bradenton, Florida.
In an
earlier interview, when asked why he chose IMG Academy for his Spring Break
activities, Jones commented, “I wanted my Spring Break to be different from
everyone else’s…I wanted to just focus on football.” Jones said he really used
the time to really focus on footwork and reading different coverages.
Jones is not
only dedicated to working hard in the classroom, but he also makes a statement
in the classroom, as well. He finished his junior year with a GPA above a 3.7
and ensures that a school’s academic program will also greatly influence his
decision. He plans on studying business management in college.
As for this
summer, Jones will be keeping busy with football activities. On top of
organized workouts at his high school, he will be playing in 7-on-7 tournaments
and also continue making college visits.
Unfortunately,
Jones will not be able to attend TA’s CenTex Legit Football Combine on June 29,
as he will be playing in an AAU basketball tournament.
Jones is currently TA’s Scouting Scoop's 3rd ranked QB in the central Texas area, but his stock is continuing to rise.
-Ashleigh D., Intern
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