Roddy Jones is an American former college football player, sports broadcaster, and ESPN analyst. He became a Georgia Tech football standout before building a broadcasting career with ESPN, ACC Network, and SiriusXM.
Jones remains active in college sports media in 2026. He works as an in-game college football analyst for ESPN and ABC and contributes to ACC Network programming. He also co-hosts the ACC Network Football Podcast and appears regularly on SiriusXM’s ACC coverage.
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| Real Name: | Roderick Rinaldo Jones II |
| Birth Date: | June 13, 1989 |
| Age (as of 2026): | 37 Years |
| Birth Place: | Stone Mountain, Georgia, USA |
| Height: | 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in) |
| Parents: | Rod and Angel Jones |
| Wife: | Jackie Lucas |
Early Life
Roddy Jones was born on 13th June, 1989, in Stone Mountain, Georgia, and he is 37 years old as of 2026. He grew up in the Atlanta area and attended Chamblee High School. His athletic ability became apparent during his school years, when he excelled in both football and baseball.
At Chamblee, Jones became the school’s football star and finished his high school career as DeKalb County’s leading rusher. He recorded 5,055 rushing yards and 76 touchdowns. He also earned first-team all-state honors as a senior.
Georgia Tech recruited Jones as a football player, and he joined the Yellow Jackets in 2007. He redshirted during his first season before becoming an important A-back in coach Paul Johnson’s triple-option offense. Jones earned a bachelor’s degree in management from Georgia Tech in 2010.
He later completed an MBA at the university in 2013. His academic achievements included three selections to the All-ACC Academic Football Team. Jones is the son of Rod and Angel Jones and has three siblings. His father played football at Brown University, while his brother Darius later played football at Air Force.
Career
Roddy Jones played four seasons for Georgia Tech from 2008 through 2011 and started every game during his career. He finished with 1,846 rushing yards, 413 receiving yards, and 19 total touchdowns. His 52 career starts remain a Georgia Tech record, while his 7.6 yards-per-carry average also ranks as a school record.
His defining college performance came against Georgia in 2008. Jones rushed for 214 yards and two touchdowns as Georgia Tech defeated its rival 45-42 in Athens. That performance is now regarded as one of the most memorable games in the rivalry’s history.
Roddy Jones also played baseball at Georgia Tech. The Chicago White Sox selected him in the 39th round of the 2007 MLB Draft after his high school career. He later joined the Yellow Jackets baseball team while continuing to play football.
After college, Jones began broadcasting Georgia Tech football on radio in 2014. He then spent the 2015 and 2016 seasons covering ACC football for Raycom Sports. ESPN hired him in 2017 as a college football sideline reporter. Roddy Jones moved into game analysis with the launch of ACC Network in 2019.
He worked alongside experienced broadcaster Wes Durham and gradually expanded his role across ESPN and ACC programming. By 2026, Jones had become an established ESPN college football analyst. He also covers college baseball for ACC Network and contributes to SiriusXM’s college sports programming.
In August 2026, he appeared on The Clemson Dubcast to discuss Clemson’s upcoming season. His 2026 work has included ACC Huddle Special, where he co-hosted programs with Wes Durham. He has also continued appearing on SiriusXM’s ACC Today and other college sports broadcasts.
Personal Life
Roddy Jones married Jackie Lucas in May 2017. Lucas previously played volleyball at Wake Forest. The couple have largely kept their family life private, although Jones has occasionally referenced his family during social media and broadcasting activities.
Jones lives in the Atlanta area and remains closely connected to Georgia Tech. He frequently returns to campus for alumni events and football programs. In April 2026, Georgia Tech announced that Jones would host a Legends Brunch during its White & Gold Game weekend.
His interests remain closely connected to football, college sports, and broadcasting. He also maintains strong ties with former Georgia Tech teammates and regularly discusses the ACC through television, radio, and podcast appearances.
Social Media
Roddy Jones is active on X under the handle @RoddyJones20 with 2.8K followers in 2026. His account focuses mainly on college football, ACC sports, ESPN assignments, and SiriusXM programming. His professional social presence also connects him with the ACC Network Football Podcast.
Roddy Jones Net Worth and Salary & Contract
Roddy Jones has not publicly disclosed his ESPN salary or current contract value. His earnings come from his work as a college football analyst for ESPN, ABC, and ACC Network, along with additional broadcasting and media roles. Speaking engagements and podcast appearances may provide additional income, although specific fees have not been publicly disclosed.
