Nash James Jones[1] (born March 29, 2002) is an American professional football guard for the Denver Broncos of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Incarnate Word Cardinals and the Texas State Bobcats. Jones was signed by the Los Angeles Chargers as an undrafted free agent in 2025.
Early life
Jones was born on March 29, 2002, to Rod and Veronica Jones.[1] Growing up in Duncanville, Texas, Jones began playing football at the age of twelve and attended Nacogdoches High School.[1] At Nacogdoches, he helped the football team reach the playoffs for the first time in over 20 years, while earning all-district honors in both his junior and senior years.[1]
College career
Incarnate Word
In his freshman year, Jones started in all six games at the right tackle position during a season shortened by the COVID-19 pandemic.[1] During the 2021 season, Jones played in all 13 games.[1] In 2022, Jones was named a second-team All-Southland Conference player.[2]
Texas State
In 2023, Jones transferred to Texas State following their hiring of Incarnate Word head coach G. J. Kinne.[3] After playing in five games, he suffered a lower leg injury that caused him to miss the remainder of the season.[4] Prior to the 2024 season, Jones switched positions from left tackle to left guard.[4] During his final season at Texas State, Jones started in all 12 games and did not allow a single sack. He was subsequently named an All-Sun Belt Honorable Mention.[5]
Professional career
| Height | Weight | Arm length | Hand span | Wingspan | 40-yard dash | 10-yard split | 20-yard split | Vertical jump | Broad jump | Bench press | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) |
320 lb (145 kg) |
33+1⁄8 in (0.84 m) |
10+1⁄2 in (0.27 m) |
6 ft 10+3⁄8 in (2.09 m) |
5.33 s | 1.82 s | 3.07 s | 30.0 in (0.76 m) |
9 ft 5 in (2.87 m) |
29 reps | ||
| All values from Pro Day[6] | ||||||||||||
Los Angeles Chargers
On April 26, 2025, Jones signed with the Los Angeles Chargers as an undrafted free agent after going unselected in the 2025 NFL draft.[7] On August 26, he was waived by the Chargers during final roster cuts.[8]
Denver Broncos
On December 17, 2025, Jones was signed to the Denver Broncos‘ practice squad.[9] He was released on January 7, 2026.[10]
On January 29, Jones signed a reserve/futures contract with the Broncos.[11]
Personal life
Jones has two brothers and one sister.[1] His father formerly played college basketball at San Diego State.[1]
References
- ^ a b c d e f g h “Nash Jones – Football”. University of the Incarnate Word Athletics. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
- ^ Gallegos Reid, Erin (December 2, 2022). “UIW football program seeks record-setting win in playoffs”. San Antonio Report. Retrieved February 24, 2026.
- ^ “New era begins at Texas State as Bobcats start spring practice”. San Marcos Record. March 22, 2023. Retrieved February 24, 2026.
- ^ a b Benintendi, Connor (March 28, 2025). “Seahawks meet with OL prospect who had 50 career college starts”. Seattle Seahawks On SI. Retrieved February 24, 2026.
- ^ Smith, Eric (April 27, 2025). “What You Need to Know About 2025 Chargers Undrafted Free Agents”. Chargers.com. Retrieved February 24, 2026.
- ^ “2025 Draft Scout Nash Jones – OT – Texas State”. DraftScout.com. Retrieved March 2, 2026.
- ^ “Los Angeles Chargers Agree to Terms with Undrafted Free Agents”. Chargers.com. April 26, 2025. Retrieved February 18, 2026.
- ^ “Los Angeles Chargers Reduce Roster to 53 Players”. Chargers.com. August 26, 2025. Retrieved February 18, 2026.
- ^ Kelberman, Zack (December 18, 2025). “Broncos Sign Former Chargers OL to Practice Squad”. Denver Broncos On SI. Retrieved February 18, 2026.
- ^ DiLalla, Aric (January 7, 2026). “Broncos sign three players to practice squad”. Denver Broncos. Retrieved February 18, 2026.
- ^ DiLalla, Aric (January 29, 2026). “Broncos sign 4 players to future contracts”. Denver Broncos. Retrieved February 18, 2026.