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Texas A&M football and track star Toya Jones dies at 49

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Last updated Oct 25, 2026

Texas A&M football and track star Toya Jones dies at 49

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Toya Jones, a former Texas A&M football and track star, died at age 49. Jones passed away following a heart attack and subsequent hospice care, with family and friends by his side. He is remembered for his decisive tackle in the 1998 Big 12 Championship Game that helped secure a victory for the Aggies. In addition to his football achievements, Jones was an All-American in track and part of the 1997 NCAA champion 4x100-meter relay team. His athletic career also included stints in the NFL training camps and leagues like the XFL and CFL.

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•Jones excelled in football and track at Texas A&M.
•Famous for his tackle in the 1998 Big 12 Championship Game.
•Won multiple medals at Texas state track meets prior to college.
•Spent time with NFL training camps and played in the XFL.
•His passing leaves a mark on the Aggies community.

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Former Texas A&M football and track star Toya Jones has died at 49. The two-sport standout made a championship-saving tackle for the Aggies in 1998.
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