Jon Jones is undoubtedly one of the most coveted names in the entire UFC. He is regarded by many as the greatest mixed martial artist ever to grace the fighting cage. But, very few know that ‘Bones’ probably has sports in his genes.
His brother Chandler Jones has also got to the highest level of his preferred sport. ‘Bones’ brother is a noted face in the NFL and plays for the Las Vegas Raiders. Recently, the ‘Raiders Defensive End’ startled a lot of sports fans with a spectacular touchdown in the ultimate moments of one of their matches.
Chandler Jones’s touchdown made headlines even outside the NFL community as well. The noted MMA coverage personality, Ariel Helwani, was startled by the brilliant touchdown from Chandler and took to Twitter in order to describe the spectacle that he had witnessed. His caption read, “Chandler Jones, Jon Jones’ brother, with one of the all-time craziest TDs to win a game (or just TD period)”
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Chandler Jones, Jon Jones’ brother, with one of the all-time craziest TDs to win a game (or just TD period) pic.twitter.com/nrv7kSd38N
— Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani) December 19, 2022
The fans also gave out their views in the replies section of Helwani’s tweet in massive numbers.
What the fans had to say about the awesome Chandler Jones touchdown?
The fans put out a volley of opinions as replies to this post. Some appreciated the extraordinary touchdown and some others even had questions about his fellow UFC fighter brother, Jon Jones.
One fan turned nostalgic and mentioned the NFL legend, Tom Brady, in his comments, writing, “Man i miss the Brady Era. I’m glad it lasted as long as it did.”
Man i miss the Brady Era. I'm glad it lasted as long as it did.
— Riff raff 4eva (@4evaRaff) December 19, 2022
One more follower stated, “What did I just witness @zachnporter”. The bewilderment was apparent in his words. Another follower replied, “How about that Jon Jones STIFFARM…lol”. He pointed out at the arm that Chandler Jones threw to ground his guarding defender, Mac Jones. It was just like the ones his brother threw in the Octagon.
How about that Jon Jones STIFFARM…lol
— Michael Hocevar (@ifuseek13) December 19, 2022
A few more pointed out the fact that Chandler Jones scored this extraordinary touchdown against his former team. One of them wrote, “Against his former team nonetheless”. One more user replied, “His old team too sheesh”. Another one also commented, “Jones baby! But the wrong team lol.”
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A fan also gave his opinion, replying, “Ariel if you cannot see its rigged, then I cannot take you serious again”. His views were quite apparent from his comment.
Ariel if you cannot see its rigged, then I cannot take you serious again
— Israel (@CountIzzy) December 19, 2022
Some users diverted towards Chandler Jones’ coveted brother in their replies. One follower even gave out his prediction on the probable Jones vs Ngannou matchup which the UFC was planning. He wrote, “He still doesn’t beat ngannou tho, that’s just facts”.
He still doesn’t beat ngannou tho, that’s just facts
— Malki Kawa (@NotMalkiKawa) December 19, 2022
But another fan was ignorant about ‘Bones’ return. He replied, “When is bones fighting again?”.
Chandler Jones’ brother Jon Jones is also expected to take his arena soon
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Jon Jones had his last fight at UFC 247 on 8 February 2020. It is apparent that the fans have grown desperate to watch a Jon Jones fight once again. Well, they can have some relief from their speculations now.
The UFC has reportedly devised a plan for ‘Bones’ return as a heavyweight. Dana White and company have been reported to be working to stage a return for ‘Bones’ at UFC 285 on 5 March, 2023 against the coveted Heavyweight, Francis Ngannou.
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After witnessing the brilliance of one of the ‘Jones’ on the pitch, the majority of fight fans will definitely be looking forward to the see the mettle of the other ‘Jones’ inside the Octagon.
Do you think ‘Bones’ will be able to clinch a victory in his return bout?
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