2 Quotes & Sayings By Maurice Jonesdrew

Maurice Jones-Drew is the second leading rusher in Jacksonville Jaguars history. He was drafted by the Jaguars in the second round of the 2005 NFL draft. Maurice was born in September 1984. He attended high school in Jacksonville, Florida and was a standout at Jefferson Davis High School Read more

After his senior season at Jefferson Davis High School, he earned All-State and All-American honors while setting the all-time single season and career rushing yards and touchdowns records. He was also named to the United States Army All-American Bowl following his senior year. During his collegiate career at the University of Florida, he rushed for 2,636 yards and scored 27 touchdowns.

The Jaguars took him with their second selection (35th overall) in the 2005 NFL Draft. During his rookie season (2005), Maurice scored nine rushing touchdowns; during his sophomore season (2007), Maurice rushed for 1,203 yards and scored nine touchdowns; during his third season (2008), Maurice rushed for 1,272 yards and scored ten touchdowns; during his fourth season (2009), Maurice rushed for 1,074 yards and scored seven touchdowns; and during his fifth season (2010), Maurice rushed for 1,045 yards and scored five touchdowns.