Episode 72 Edward Jones Former College Football Player, Director of Player Development

Welcome back to the RU Strong Podcast, hosted by Jeff Durr. Today’s guest is someone whose journey through athletics and beyond truly embodies the spirit ofleadership, impact, and resilience.Edward Jones is a former college football playerwho transitioned his passion for the game into a career shaping athletes far beyond the field. He began his path in Player Development at the University of Houston, carried his expertise to the University of Kansas, and then took on the same role at Baylor University, impacting athletes at some of the most competitive programs in the nation.But Edward’s story doesn’t stop there. He is also the Program Director at RISE, a nonprofit dedicated to educating and empowering the sports community to eliminate racial discrimination, champion social justice, and improve racerelations. His work stands as a testament to the power of using sport as a platform for positive change.From the locker room to leadership, Edward Jones has dedicated his life to helping athletes grow not just as players, but as people. Get ready for an incredible conversation filled with wisdom, purpose, and inspiration.