Florida RB heads to Army
Scott Jones made a decision earlier this week. Jones, from St. Augustine (Fla.) St. Joseph's Academy, committed to Army.
"I committed on Monday," Jones said. "I always wanted to go into the service. I went on a visit and was sold. My mom went and gave me the okay.
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"I also like the coaching staff. They were very upfront and didn't promise me anything. They are all real cool."
In return for accepting a scholarship to Army Jones has to serve in the Army for five years. It's something he can't wait to do.
"It's an amazing feeling. I won't have a desk job. I get to protect my country. What's better than that?"
Jones will most likely play running back at the next level. But there's also a chance he could end up on the either side of the ball.
"It's because of my speed. I run a 4.4 forty and a 10.9 100 meters. I prefer offense because I like the ball in my hands. What's better than scoring?"
Jones, 5-9 and 185 pounds, rushed for 2,025 yards and 21 touchdowns this season.