Jones was the first player to spike the football after a touchdown.
He was cut after a knee injury, but was picked up by the New York Giants.
Jones retired in 1971 after a season with the Cleveland Browns.
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Teaming with New York Giants quarterback Fran Tarkenton, Jones became a fearsome weapon.
Jones went to his first Pro Bowl that year and was named second-team All-Pro.
He is survived by six children.
Homer Jones passed away at the age of 82.
