In the State of Washington, April 30, 2010 is Walter Jones Day.
Made official by a proclamation signed by Governor Christine Gregoire, Walter Jones Day is an opportunity for fans everywhere to appreciate one the of the greatest players ever.
The proclamation reads:
"WHEREAS, in 1997, Walter Jones was the sixth overall pick in the first round of the NFL Draft selected by the Seattle Seahawks; andWHEREAS, Walter was named NFL Offensive Rookie of the Month for October 1997, and earned consensus first-team All-Rookie honors from multiple publications; andWHEREAS, Walter’s 180 starts rank second in Seattle history and 180 games played rank fourth in Seattle history; andWHEREAS, Walter became the first Seahawks offensive lineman to play in the Pro Bowl, and was named to the Pro Bowl nine times-the most in team history; andWHEREAS, Walter served as team captain during the historic 2005 Seahawks season, winning the NFC Championship while playing an integral role in helping Shaun Alexander become the 2005 NFL MVP; andWHEREAS, Walter was named a six-time AP All-Pro and has secured his place as one of the most dominant left tackles of his time; andWHEREAS, these on-the-field achievements rank second to Walter’s commitment to his family and community;NOW, THEREFORE, I, Christine O. Gregoire, Governor of the state of Washington, do hereby proclaim Friday, April 30, 2010WALTER JONES DAYin Washington State, and I urge all citizens to join me in saluting this remarkable player."
Happy Walter Jones Day.
Shaun Dolence: dolencesm@gmail.com
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