There are 61 days until Georgia kicks-off in Atlanta versus Virginia on Sept. 7.
Former Georgia center, #61, Ben Jones played a key role on the Bulldogs’ offensive line from 2008-2011. Jones was Coaches’ Freshman All-SEC and All-SEC second-team in hist first two seasons before being named All-American by ESPN as a senior in 2011. Jones not only protected star quarterback Matthew Stafford, one of the most prolific passers in Georgia history, he also helped pave the way for running back Knowshon Moreno, who ran for 1,400 yards during their one season together.
Jones was drafted by the Houston Texans in the 4th round of the 2012 NFL Draft where he played 4 seasons. He currently plays for the Tennessee Titans and is under contract through 2021.
Jones actually wore No. 61 for the first three years of his UGA career before switching to No. 60 for his senior season. At the age of 10, Jones lost his father. Since that moment, Jones wore 60 on his jersey to honor his dad since that was the number he wore when he played football. Upon coming to Georgia, Jones had to wait until tackle Clint Boling graduated, as he had the number. Jones waited and eventually got to wear No. 60.
