Jamaal Charles

Charles in 2023

Jamaal RaShaad Jones Charles (born December 27, 1986 in Port Arthur, Texas) is an American football former professional running back. He played parts of eleven seasons in the National Football League (NFL). He played for the Kansas City Chiefs, Denver Broncos, and Jacksonville Jaguars. He played college football at the University of Texas, and also ran in track and field there.[1]

Professional career

In the Chiefs' final game of the 2009 season, Charles rushed for 259 yards and two touchdowns against the Denver Broncos. This is the most yards that a Chiefs player has ever rushed for in one game.[2]

On May 1, 2019, Charles signed a one-day contract with the Chiefs and retired from playing professional football.[3]

References

  1. ↑ "Texas Longhorns' Jamaal Charles to enter NFL draft | College Sports News | Sports News | News for Dallas, Texas | Dallas Morning News". Dallasnews.com. 2008-01-03. Archived from the original on 2008-01-10. Retrieved 2010-12-09.
  2. ↑ "Kansas City Chiefs RB Jamaal Charles rushes for record 259 yards - ESPN". Sports.espn.go.com. 2010-01-03. Retrieved 2010-12-09.
  3. ↑ "Jamaal Charles signs one-day contract to retire a Chief". National Football League. Retrieved December 12, 2024.