UConn defensive lineman Travis Jones achieved every young football player’s dream on Friday night, selected in the third round of the NFL draft by the Baltimore Ravens at pick No. 76.
A three-year starter on the Huskies' defensive line, Jones led the team in total sacks, along with tackles and QB pressures among defensive linemen in 2021. His stock began to rise in 2021 with an invite to the Senior Bowl and continued to after an impressive athletic performance at the 2022 NFL Combine.
Jones is the 41st UConn player to be selected in the NFL draft since Walt Dropo in 1946, and the 13th Husky to be selected in the third round or higher.