This lot is closed. Bidding ended on 5/21/2006.
Johnny "Lam" Jones was one of the best athletes in Texas school history, winning an Olympic Gold Medal before he even entered the University as a freshman in 1976. Jones, who was from Lampasas, Texas, at one time ran the fastest 100 meters in the world. He was a four year letterman in football, first as a running back and later as an All-American receiver in both 1978 and 1979. He was the second pick in the NFL draft in 1980, but injuries short-circuited his career with the New York Jets. On the bottom left tail of the jersey is the "Champion" manufacturer's tag with the jersey size "M" and wash instructions on it. Attached to that is an additional manufacturer's tag that reads "4" EXTRA LENGTH." On the front, back, and on each shoulder of the jersey is the player number "80." Across the back of the jersey is "J.JONES" on a green name plate. All lettering and numbering is done in white screen print. The crotch piece from this jersey has been removed. The jersey shows good game-use and besides having the crotch piece removed appears to have no alterations of any kind.