Jermaine Jones opens up on bad boy perception & switch to USMNT | CBS Sports Kickin' It | Episode 16

Published 2024-02-28
Jermaine Jones joins Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey, Charlie Davies and Mo Edu to talk about the truth behind making the switch from the German National Team to the U.S. Men's National Team, how being born in Germany instead of the United States has affected his legacy and future, his no-holds-barred approach to social media, and the rewards of coaching.

00:00 - Intro
00:55 - Jones explains why he went into coaching
3:38 - Why did Jones switch allegiances from Germany to the USMNT?
6:30 - Jones responds to Landon Donovan’s dual national comments
8:56 - What are Jones’ thoughts on current USMNT?
17:58 - Challenges Jones faced becoming a coach
26:57 - Jones opens up on his personal life
36:05 - The impact of coaching on Jones’ life
43:53 - Does Jones have any regrets?


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All Comments (21)
  • @robdogj
    My favorite Jermaine Jones moment was his banger vs Portugal at Brazil 2014. That goal came at a time of need & is a Legendary feat.
  • @cupolove1
    He’s right about being under appreciated. Jones is still on my all time usmnt roster in the midfield.
  • @kadabur
    JJ is one who can never be questioned for his commitment to USMNT, especially being a hustler and pillar in that 2014 WC. His goal vs Portugal was awesome!! I hit my leg on the table so damn hard 😂
  • @MrRob2084
    Jermaine is probably the best CDM we have ever had. Super under appreciated and I remember the vitriol spewed out about him because he wasn’t born in the US. This is still a stain on US soccer in both the fans, media, and some former players (especially an outspoken one).
  • @joshlafferty1059
    This is the best show out there. Please never change the format. Obviously the talent is great as well
  • @MrHutchiemcfly
    The way American pundits and fans played in Jermaine’s face about his allegiance…..
  • @400alejandroo
    Love that he came to the city of Fresno! Been going the soccer games since a kid now we got a legend coaching the team!
  • @davidt3956
    USL-1 isn't a poor place to start. Heck, I'm happy we're getting a USL-1 team up here in Spokane.
  • @FromTheHipp
    I watched him play at Schalke and thought he was a such a good player. When he came onto the national team, i knew the team wasnt in a place to bolster his skillset. one of the things america has always had a problem with, is coaching. tactics. we've always been behind the 8-ball as a country. for us to take the next step as a footballing country, we've gotta prioritize grassroots football and tactics at that level in both players and coaching.
  • @sanfran216
    Jones deserves his flowers. he was such a pillar in the usmnt midfield
  • @allengross8274
    He was always one of my favorite players, his tenacity.
  • @TNmike0309
    🎉❤Omg one of my fav players! That rocket golazo against Portugal in WC is still legendary
  • @voomthere2ks
    JJ dropping truth bombs. 25:40. " Social media creating followers, not leaders." WOW! That lit multiple lightbulbs!!!👀👀. You guys keep it coming. You're the best.
  • @MxMnKC
    I LOVE this whole thing yall got going on. The personality and the personalities coming on are top drawer each time and I'm loving it! Keep it coming!
  • @josepheads5589
    He’s right - a US born player with his club and USMNT resume would be held in the highest esteem like the other all-time USA greats like Reyna, Donovan, Dempsey, Howard.
  • @TwoTechnics76
    Jermaine Jones absolutely one of my favorite midfielders to suit up for the USMNT! An absolute engine, just non stop work, always left it out on the pitch.
  • @Ingenuity009
    As a Schalke fan this guy is severely underrated. Not just for the USMNT, but in the world as a whole.🙌🙌🙌
  • @tr_vmi4844
    My fav USMNT player, period. Dot. This was fantastic.....thank you!
  • Kickin it is honestly one of the best football/soccer shows around. Keep it up guys and more power to ya'll!