Tennessee's Ernest Jones IV Named Week 6 NFLPA Community MVP

TENNESSEE’S ERNEST JONES IV NAMED WEEK 6 NFLPA COMMUNITY MVP

WASHINGTON D.C. – Ernest Jones IV has been named the Week 6 NFLPA Community MVP after providing free meals to more than 400 people impacted by Hurricane Helene in his hometown of Waycross, Georgia.

“Being named NFLPA Community MVP is an incredible honor that fuels my commitment to giving back,” the Tennessee Titans linebacker said.

During the Titans’ bye week, Jones and his wife Tyra traveled back to his hometown to organize a disaster relief event through his Ernest Jones IV Foundation. Hurricane Helene caused extensive damage in Waycross, sending trees crashing through homes and leaving many without power for nearly a week.  By partnering with local food trucks, Jones was able to give complimentary hot meals to more than 400 residents in need, helping to alleviate some of the burdens that the community is facing. 

The event was the latest example of Jones’ ongoing commitment to support others. In addition to his generous efforts following Hurricane Helene, Jones annually hosts a back-to-school giveaway that gifts essential supplies to K-12 students, as well as a Thanksgiving drive to ensure families have food for the holiday.

“I believe we all have a responsibility to inspire change and use our platforms to make a meaningful, positive impact,” Jones said.

In recognition of Jones being named the NFLPA Community MVP for Week 6, the NFLPA will donate $10,000 to his foundation or charity of choice. In turn, Jones will take part in a special visit to a local school, children’s hospital, or community center. Along with the other 2024-25 Community MVPs, he will also be eligible for the Alan Page Community

Award, which is the NFLPA’s highest player honor and includes an additional $100,000 donation.

For its 11th season, the Community MVP program is teaming up with two supporting partners: Young Minds Inspired (YMI) and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA). As the nation's leading provider of free educational outreach programs, YMI will bring this year’s NFLPA Community MVPs to classrooms across the country through lesson plans about community service, inspired by the players' philanthropic work. BBBSA is also inviting this season’s Community MVPs to partner with its 230+ agencies across the country, providing these athletes with more opportunities to engage with youth through its volunteer-supported mentoring network.

The Community MVP campaign is part of the NFLPA's continued efforts to support the year-round civic outreach and engagement of its player members. Please visit the NFLPA Community MVP website to learn more about the program.

2024-25 NFLPA Community MVP winners:

Week 1: Alex Highsmith, Pittsburgh Steelers

Week 2: K.J. Osborn, New England Patriots

Week 3: Jordan Hicks, Cleveland Browns

Week 4: Alexander Mattison, Las Vegas Raiders

Week 5: Nate Wiggins, Baltimore Ravens

Week 6: Ernest Jones IV, Tennessee Titans

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