Cardale Jones

Cardale Jones has transitioned from a championship-winning college quarterback to a professional footballer and now a community ambassador and business co-founder, leveraging his sports background in various ventures. After leading the Ohio State Buckeyes to a College Football Playoff National Championship victory in 2015, Cardale Jones solidified his reputation as a formidable quarterback known for clutch performances under pressure. Jones first committed to Ohio State in October 2011, building on an early career success where he led Glenville High School to the OHSAA D-I Championship game in 2009. Following a redshirted 2012 season and limited play in 2013, he experienced a breakout in 2014.

Transitioning from his extensive playing career, Jones has become a respected community ambassador and successful entrepreneur. In October 2025, he signed with the Columbus Aviators of the United Football League (UFL) as a community ambassador, leveraging his deep sports background to connect with fans and stakeholders. He is also the co-founder of Ten Talents NIL, a sports marketing agency providing specialized media consulting, marketing, and legal services to student-athletes. Additionally, Jones co-founded The Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting Ohio student-athletes, further solidifying his commitment to fostering athletic and personal development within the community.