Jones attended Saint Benedict at Auburndale High School in Cordova, Tennessee.

During his final two seasons of his high school career, Jones recorded 3,678 total all-purpose yards and 32 touchdowns.

[2] As a freshman during the 2018 season, Jones appeared in 11 games, totaling 20 tackles, two forced fumbles, and an interception.

[10] During a game against Nebraska, Jones would go down with an injury and would not return, prematurely ending his season and college career.

[15] He made the Chiefs final roster and played in all 17 games, recording 17 total tackles (14 solo, 3 ast).