| # | 12 |
|---|---|
| Name | Brad Jones |
| Nationality |  United States |
| Position | QB1, Quarterback |
| Height | 188cm |
| Weight | 95kg |
| Current Team | Allgäu Comets |
| Leagues | German Football League |
| Seasons | 2026 |
| Age | 32 |
span class=”penci-dropcap-box-outline”>Brad Jones is a highly accomplished US-American quarterback known for his elite production and extensive experience across the German Football League (GFL). After establishing himself as a league star during a long and successful tenure with the Allgäu Comets, Jones spent the 2025 season proving his value with the Cologne Crocodiles. Now, this dynamic field general is set for a celebrated return to Kempten for the 2026 season.
Jones’s career is marked by exceptional consistency, strong leadership, and clutch performances. Known for his precision passing, intelligence, and ability to effectively command any offense, he consistently ranks among the GFL’s statistical leaders. His decision to return to the Comets, where he previously earned GFL South Offensive Player of the Year honors, underscores the deep connection he has with the club and its fan base. The veteran signal-caller’s experience across multiple GFL systems makes him a key strategic signing, providing the Allgäu Comets with the stability and firepower required to challenge for the championship title.
Previous stations
- **Westminster High School, Westminster, CA, USA:** High School career.
- **University of Central Missouri (NCAA Division II), Warrensburg, MO, USA (2013–2016):** Quarterback for the Mules.
- **Ingolstadt Dukes, Germany (GFL 2) (2017):** Quarterback.
- **Cologne Crocodiles, Germany (GFL) (2025):** Quarterback.
- **Allgäu Comets, Germany (GFL) (2026–):** Quarterback.
Achievements
Team Achievements
- **GFL Playoff Appearances (Multiple Years):** Successfully led both the Allgäu Comets and the Cologne Crocodiles to GFL playoff runs.
- **MIAA Conference Title (2014):** As a player with the University of Central Missouri Mules.
Personal Achievements
- **GFL South Offensive Player of the Year (2018):** Awarded after his standout season with the Allgäu Comets.
- **All-GFL South First Team Quarterback (Multiple Years):** Repeatedly recognized as a top quarterback in the GFL South Division.
- **All-Europe Recognition (Multiple Years):** Consistently ranked among the top quarterbacks in European American Football.
- **MIAA Second Team (2016):** Received conference honors in his final collegiate season at the University of Central Missouri.
- **MIAA Academic Honor Roll (Multiple Years):** Recognized for academic excellence while at UCM.
Selected Statistics
- In his 2018 GFL South Offensive Player of the Year season with the Comets, he amassed **3,732 passing yards** and threw **41 touchdowns** against only 11 interceptions.
- During his 2025 season with the Cologne Crocodiles, he threw for **2,785 yards**, registering **29 passing touchdowns** and maintaining a strong completion percentage.
- In the 2023 season with the Comets, he recorded **2,809 passing yards** and **30 passing touchdowns** in the regular season.
- Jones holds **multiple Allgäu Comets franchise records** for career passing yards and touchdowns.
- During his final season at the University of Central Missouri (2016), he threw for **3,382 yards** and **30 touchdowns**.
Other
- **The Cologne Chapter:** His 2025 season with the Crocodiles provided valuable experience in a different GFL system, showcasing his ability to adapt and lead a new offense to the playoffs.
- **The Return to Kempten:** His decision to return to the Comets has been met with significant enthusiasm, with the club highlighting that their **”relationship has never broken”** despite his year in Cologne.
- **College Connection:** Jones was a teammate of **Monteze Latimore** (Schwäbisch Hall Unicorns DB, profiled previously) during their time together at the University of Central Missouri.
- **Coach’s Quote (Comets):** Comets Head Coach Elias Gniffke emphasized that Jones returning is **”the most important piece of the puzzle”** for their championship aspirations and praised his **”professionalism and calm”** under pressure.
- **Player Quote (Jones):** Upon re-signing, Jones stated that Allgäu **”feels like home,”** and that the strong bond with the city and the team’s ambitions were key factors in his decision to return.
- **Family Connection:** His father, also named Brad Jones, played college football at Oregon.
Credits
Brad Jones bleibt der Allgäu Comets Quarterback – Foot Bowl (2026 Re-sign)
Germany: Allgäu Comets re-sign quarterback Brad Jones for 2026 – American Football International
Die Cologne Crocodiles verpflichten QB Brad Jones – American Football International (2025 Signing)
Allgäu Comets Stats: Brad Jones – GFL Stats
UCM Athletics Profile: Brad Jones
Comeback-QB Brad Jones unterschreibt für 2024 – Allgäu Comets (Pre-Cologne Re-sign)
