Julian Good-Jones Bio
Julian Good-Jones (born March 2, 1997) is an American professional football guard for the Washington Commanders of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Iowa State Cyclones and signed with the Philadelphia Eagles as an undrafted free agent in 2020. Good-Jones has also played with the Calgary Stampeders of the Canadian Football League (CFL).
Early Life and Background
Good-Jones was born on March 2, 1997, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He attended Washington High School in Cedar Rapids and was one of the top offensive line prospects in Iowa after being named first-team all-state as a senior. He was named the co-offensive most valuable player of the district and helped his team average over 40 points and 280 yards rushing each game.
Good-Jones was a three-star recruit and elected to play college football at Iowa State over offers from Indiana, Kansas State, Louisville, and Oregon State. He was among the top prospects in Iowa coming out of high school, establishing himself as a promising offensive line talent.
Path to American Football
Good-Jones spent his first season at Iowa State in 2015 as a redshirt. The following season, he started 11 games at right tackle and helped the team average 421.6 yards of offense per game, while being named first-team academic all-conference. In 2017, he moved to center and started all 13 games, earning honorable mention all-conference recognition.
Good-Jones made another position change in 2018, starting all but one of his 13 games at left tackle, and the other at center. He was selected honorable mention All-Big 12 for the second consecutive season. As a senior in 2019, he started 12 games at left tackle and was named first-team All-Big 12. He missed his team bowl game against Notre Dame, ending his 49-game consecutive start streak that lasted from the second game of his freshman season to the second-to-last game of his senior year. His streak was the longest in school history and one of the longest in college football history. Over his 49 starts at Iowa State, Good-Jones started 24 games at left tackle, 14 at center, and 11 at right tackle. He earned Honorable Mention All-Big 12 as a redshirt sophomore and redshirt junior, and First Team All-Big 12 as a redshirt senior.
Julian Good-Jones Career
Early Career (2020)
After going unselected in the 2020 NFL Draft, Good-Jones was signed by the Philadelphia Eagles as an undrafted free agent. He was released during the roster cuts period. Following his release from the Eagles, Good-Jones pursued opportunities in the Canadian Football League.
Calgary Stampeders Breakthrough (2021-2022)
In 2021, Good-Jones was signed by the Calgary Stampeders of the Canadian Football League and appeared in seven regular season games, as well as one postseason contest. Good-Jones returned to the Stampeders in 2022 and started 15 games while helping the team have the best offense in the league. The Calgary offensive line only allowed 17 sacks while the team averaged 6.4 yards per rush and 135.3 rushing yards per game, both leading the league by a wide margin. He established himself as a reliable starter on the interior of the offensive line during his time in Canada.
Philadelphia Eagles Second Stint (2023)
Shortly after the 2022 CFL season ended, Good-Jones received a tryout from the Eagles. He was granted release by Calgary in January 2023 to pursue opportunities in the NFL, and afterwards was signed by the Eagles to a future contract. He was waived on August 29, 2023, and re-signed to the practice squad.
Washington Commanders Era (2023-Present)
On November 7, 2023, the Washington Commanders signed Good-Jones to their active roster off the Eagles practice squad. He appeared in one game in the 2023 season, playing two snaps in the team season finale against the Dallas Cowboys. Good-Jones was waived by the team on August 27, 2024, and joined their practice squad the following day. On January 28, 2025, Good-Jones signed a reserve/future contract with the Commanders. On August 20, he was waived/injured with him landing on injured reserve the next day after going unclaimed on waivers. Good-Jones was released with an injury settlement on August 28, and re-signed to their practice squad on October 15. He was promoted to the active roster on December 31.
Driving Style and Strengths
Good-Jones has shown positional versatility throughout his career, having played center, left tackle, and right tackle at the collegiate level. His time with the Calgary Stampeders demonstrated his ability to anchor an offensive line and contribute to a dominant rushing attack. He brings experience as both a guard and center at the professional level.
Notable Events and Milestones
Good-Jones earned First-team All-Big 12 honors in 2019 at Iowa State. His 49-game consecutive start streak at Iowa State stands as the longest in school history and ranks among the longest streaks in college football. During his CFL tenure with Calgary, he was part of an offensive line that led the league in fewest sacks allowed and dominated the ground game. Good-Jones has built a reputation as a durable and versatile offensive lineman throughout his football career.
Julian Good-Jones Career Wins
Throughout his professional career, Good-Jones has appeared in a combined 23 games with 22 starts at the professional level. His experience spans both the CFL and NFL, providing him with a diverse background in offensive line play.
CFL Highlights
Good-Jones total career statistics include 22 games started in the CFL over two seasons with the Calgary Stampeders. In his first season with Calgary in 2021, he appeared in seven regular season games and one postseason contest. His second season in 2022 saw him start 15 games as the team boasted the best offense in the league, leading the CFL in rushing yards and yards per carry. The Stampeders offensive line allowed only 17 sacks during that season.
Other Wins and Performances
In his NFL career, Good-Jones appeared in one game with the Washington Commanders during the 2023 season. His professional journey demonstrates persistence and adaptability, moving between the CFL and NFL while working to secure a consistent role on an active roster.
| League | Games Played | Games Started |
|---|---|---|
| NFL | 1 | 0 |
| CFL (Calgary Stampeders) | 22 | 22 |
Family
Family Background and Racing Lineage
Limited information is publicly available regarding Good-Jones family background and racing lineage. He was born and raised in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, where he attended Washington High School.
Personal Life
Good-Jones continues his professional football career in the NFL. He has established himself as a durable and versatile offensive lineman with experience at multiple positions. His social media presence can be found on X at @juliangoodjones.
2025 Season Performance
The 2025 season presented challenges for Good-Jones. After signing a reserve/future contract with the Commanders in January, he faced roster uncertainty throughout the year. He was waived/injured in August and subsequently placed on injured reserve before clearing waivers and reaching an injury settlement. Good-Jones demonstrated resilience by rejoining the Commanders practice squad in October and earning a promotion to the active roster by year end. His ability to navigate roster fluctuations and return from injury highlights his determination to maintain his NFL career.