 In the summer of 1973, pro scouts had projected him as a first-round pick in 1974, rating him near or on par with Ed "Too Tall" Jones, who became the first overall pick in 1974.Ruled eligible by the NFL the following year, Leroy Jones was selected in the 1975 draft in the second round with the 48th overall pick by the Los Angeles Rams.The San Diego Chargers acquired Jones from the Rams in 1976 for a future draft choice.