Ernest Jones IV joined the Tennessee Titans this year via a trade with the Los Angeles Rams. Jones has been an integral part of Dennard Wilson’s defense, but this week, we are discussing his off-field actions. Jones provided 400 meals to those in his hometown impacted by Hurricane Helene, leading him to be named the NFL Player’s Association Community MVP for Week 6.
.@Titans LB @ernestjones53 named @NFLPA Community MVP after providing 400 meals in his hometown to those impacted by Hurricane Helene.
“It was just good to be able to uplift the community. It’s just a blessing to be a blessing.”
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— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) October 11, 2024
“The storm hit us pretty bad,” Jones said on Thursday. “I had free time and was like, ‘Let’s give out some free food.'”
“It’s just a blessing to be a blessing, honestly. Everyone was super excited. I don’t get to go back home for a lot of the events I do have, so everyone was excited to see me. It was a good time.”
This isn’t the first time Jones has given back to his hometown of Waycross, Georgia. For the past two years, he has hosted Back-to-School giveaways to ensure that kids have the backpacks and supplies they need for the school year. And this won’t be the last time we see Jones giving back, either.
“It was just good to be able to uplift the community,” Jones said. “I said if I was ever blessed with that opportunity, I would do that.”
He’s holding true to his word, and the Titans are lucky to have a player like Jones among its ranks.[lawrence-related id=151820,151808,151778]