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@IND: #21 vs opposing QB - 17.24 FPA
Bye Week12Rank37% Rostered0.4% Change-WK 17 Pts17.16WK 18 Pts12.70
2024 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1@MIA
Loss, 17-20
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2CLE
Loss, 13-18
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3@BUF
Loss, 10-47
22----------1-1.12
4@HOU
Loss, 20-24
------------0.00
5IND
Win, 37-34
------------0.00
6@CHI
Loss, 16-35
6-----------0.24
7NE
Win, 32-16
------------0.00
8GB
Loss, 27-30
------------0.00
9@PHI
Loss, 23-28
------------0.00
10MIN
Loss, 7-12
111-281------15.24
11@DET
Loss, 6-52
138-17--------4.22
12Bye  ------------0.00
13HOU
Loss, 20-23
2352-6------1-20.00
14@TEN
Win, 10-6
220-23--------5.10
15NYJ
Loss, 25-32
2942229--------18.66
16@LV
Loss, 14-19
2471----------13.88
17TEN
Win, 20-13
1742-22--------17.16
18@IND
Loss, 23-26
2251117--------12.70
2024 Fantasy Stats
  PassingRushingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDIntYdsTDLostPts
1@MIA,
L 17-20
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2CLE,
L 13-18
------0.00
3@BUF,
L 10-47
22----1-1.12
4@HOU,
L 20-24
------0.00
5IND,
W 37-34
------0.00
6@CHI,
L 16-35
6-----0.24
7NE,
W 32-16
------0.00
8GB,
L 27-30
------0.00
9@PHI,
L 23-28
------0.00
10MIN,
L 7-12
111-28115.24
11@DET,
L 6-52
138-17--4.22
12Bye------0.00
13HOU,
L 20-23
2352-6--20.00
14@TEN,
W 10-6
220-23--5.10
15NYJ,
L 25-32
2942229--18.66
16@LV,
L 14-19
2471----13.88
17TEN,
W 20-13
1742-22--17.16
18@IND,
L 23-26
2251117--12.70
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News

  • Moving to Bay Area

    Jones agreed Wednesday with the 49ers on a two-year, $7 million contract, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: San Francisco was reportedly interested in Jones ahead of the 2021 NFL Draft, but the organization instead selected Trey Lance with the third overall pick, while Jones fell to New England at No. 15. However, the 49ers will now get a chance to work with Jones after the Alabama product mostly failed to live up to expectations during his first four campaigns in the NFL. Over 52 career appearances in the regular season, Jones has amassed a respectable 54:44 TD:INT, so he'll be one of the NFL's more…read more

    Published: Wed, Mar 12 at 7:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Modest numbers in finale

    Jones completed 20 of 32 passes for 225 yards and a touchdown with an interception in Sunday's 26-23 overtime loss to the Colts. He added 17 rushing yards on five carries.

    Analysis: He connected with Parker Washington for a nine-yard score in the fourth quarter that tied the game at 20-20, although it nearly didn't count -- the wideout lost the ball just before the goal line but was ruled to have recovered it and gotten into the end zone before being downed. Jones saw significant action in eight straight games to close out the 2024 season, starting seven of them in place of Trevor Lawrence (shoulder), and the former Patriot completed 65.2 percent of his passes during that…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 5 at 3:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Keeps offense on schedule

    Jones completed 15 of his 22 passes for 174 yards, two touchdowns and no interceptions in Sunday's 20-13 win over the Titans.

    Analysis: The Jaguars never trailed in the game and had a 13-0 lead by halftime. That allowed the ground game to be the focus of the offense, though Jones delivered when called upon. He completed a pair of passes when given a short field early in the second quarter, which concluded with a two-yard touchdown toss to Parker Washington. He later orchestrated a 16-play, 74 yard drive that was capped by an 11-yard touchdown to Brian Thomas that sealed the win for the Jaguars early in the fourth quarter, a…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 2:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Decent showing against Raiders

    Jones completed 25 of 39 passes for 247 yards, one touchdown and no interceptions in Sunday's 19-14 loss to the Raiders.

    Analysis: The Jaguars haven't been afraid to take to the air with Jones under center, as he's now attempted 46 and 39 passes in the last two weeks. His stat line was driven by that volume rather than efficiency, illustrated by averaging just 6.3 yards per attempt despite connecting with Brian Thomas for a 62-yard score late in the third quarter. The biggest positive for the day was Jones' ball security, as Sunday marked only the second time he did not turn the ball over in six games as Jacksonville's…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 8:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Two TDs, two INTs in Week 15 loss

    Jones completed 31 of 46 passes for 294 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions in Sunday's 32-25 loss to the Jets.

    Analysis: Jones threw a three-yard touchdown pass to Brian Thomas on the opening drive, taking advantage of a drive-extending holding penalty on Sauce Gardner. Jacksonville's next possession ended in an interception, but Jones subsequently led the Jaguars to two field goals to take a 13-7 lead into the locker room. The Jets eventually inched ahead 17-16 before Jones responded with a 19-yard touchdown pass to Thomas with 10:58 to go in the fourth quarter. Jacksonville answered another Jets go-ahead score…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 2:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Two picks in win

    Jones completed 23 of 31 passes for 220 yards, no touchdowns and two interceptions in Sunday's 10-6 win over the Titans.

    Analysis: Jones connected with Brian Thomas on long passes of 21 and 31 yards early in the third quarter to set up the lone touchdown of the game. Those were the highlights of an otherwise unremarkable performance, as he turned the ball over with a bad interception early in the opening quarter when he overthrew Thomas and otherwise struggled to move the offense. Positively, the Jaguars managed to end their five-game losing streak, and Jones will lead the offense once again heading into a Week 15 matchup…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 3:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set up for more starts

    Jones appears on track to step in as the Jaguars' starting quarterback beginning with Sunday's game at Tennessee after Jacksonville placed Trevor Lawrence (concussion) on injured reserve Wednesday.

    Analysis: Lawrence technically could return from injured reserve in Week 18, but it's probably not a consideration, as there had been discussion of him undergoing surgery on his left shoulder before he suffered a concussion during Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Texans. Jones played well in relief of Lawrence on Sunday, after struggling mightily in previous two games when Lawrence was inactive and Jones was the starter. The Jaguars could eventually turn to CJ Beathard but will likely stick with Jones for at…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 4 at 1:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Impressive in emergency duty

    Jones replaced Trevor Lawrence (concussion) with 3:57 remaining in the second quarter of the Jaguars' 23-20 loss to the Texans on Sunday and completed 20 of 32 passes for 235 yards with two touchdowns and no interceptions. He also rushed three times for six yards, recovered a fumble and threw a two-point conversion pass.

    Analysis: Jones got off to a slow start reminiscent of his lackluster two-game starting stint in Weeks 10 and 11, but he built momentum over the course of the second half and nearly rallied the Jaguars via a pair of fourth-quarter scoring tosses to Parker Washington (22 yards) and Brian Thomas (six yards). Jones seemingly is slated for at least one more start at the very minimum in a Week 14 road matchup against the Titans, and given the state of Jacksonville's season and Lawrence's value to the…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 2 at 9:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returning to backup role

    Jones will serve as the Jaguars' backup quarterback in Sunday's game against the Texans with Trevor Lawrence (shoulder) having been cleared to start after missing the previous two contests, Demetrius Harvey of the Florida Times-Union reports.

    Analysis: While Lawrence could still require offseason surgery to address an AC joint sprain in his non-throwing shoulder, the quarterback looks on track to play through the issue over the final six games of the season after he responded well during a trio of limited practices this week. Jones had filled in for Lawrence as Jacksonville's starter in the two games prior to the team's Week 12 bye, completing 31 of 51 pass attempts (60.8 percent) for 249 yards (4.9 YPA), no touchdowns and three interceptions…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 9:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another forgettable spot start

    Jones completed 17 of 29 passes for 138 yards with no touchdowns and one interception while adding two rushes for seven yards in the Jaguars' 52-6 loss to the Lions on Sunday.

    Analysis: Making his second straight spot start for Trevor Lawrence (shoulder), Jones was essentially as ineffective as he had been in Week 10 against the Vikings, with the exception being he threw one fewer interception. Otherwise, the 2021 first-round pick was completely incapable of helping the Jaguars keep up with a juggernaut of a Lions offense that failed to score only on a meaningless end-of-game drive. Jones unsurprisingly focused most of his attention on Brian Thomas and Evan Engram, but he…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 2:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Starting for Lawrence again Sunday

    Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson said Jones will start Sunday's game against the Lions in Detroit, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: With Pederson ruling Trevor Lawrence out for a second straight game, Jones will get another opportunity to direct the offense, despite struggling to lead productive drives in his first extended action with the Jaguars in Week 10. Jones completed 14 of 22 passes for 111 yards, no touchdowns and two interceptions in last Sunday's 12-7 loss to the Vikings, committing three turnovers in total after also losing a fumble. The matchup with a Lions defense that hasn't been as strong against the pass…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 13 at 7:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Abysmal showing in loss

    Jones completed 14 of 22 passes for 111 yards, no touchdowns and two interceptions in Sunday's 12-7 loss to the Vikings. He added five rushes for eight yards and a touchdown.

    Analysis: Jones drew his first start with the Jaguars due to Trevor Lawrence (shoulder) being sidelined. He got off to a strong start, as Jones went 4-for-4 for 48 yards while sneaking into the end zone for a touchdown on Jacksonville's opening possession. However, things went downhill thereafter, and the QB threw an interception that concluded the team's final chance to win the game late in the fourth quarter. Lawrence practiced in a limited capacity throughout the week, meaning he could return for a…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 7:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Slated for Week 10 start

    Jones will start Sunday's game against the Vikings due to Trevor Lawrence (shoulder) being listed as questionable but slated to be inactive for the contest, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Even though Lawrence was listed as a limited practice participant Wednesday through Friday, Pelissero notes that Jones took all the first-team reps and will be in line for his first extended action of the season with Jacksonville, as his prior two appearances had come at the tail end of blowout losses. Jones -- who previously started 42 games with the Patriots over the past three seasons -- could be headed for additional starts beyond Sunday, with Ian Rapoport of NFL Network noting that…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 6:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could be headed for Week 10 start

    Jones was the first quarterback to go through drills during Thursday's practice and appears to be in line to start Sunday against the Vikings, Mia O'Brien of 1010 XL 92.5 FM Jacksonville reports.

    Analysis: Head coach Doug Pederson didn't address the Jaguars' quarterback situation Thursday, but Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported earlier Thursday that Lawrence is unlikely to play Week 10 while he continues to receive treatment and weighs options for addressing discomfort in his non-throwing shoulder. Lawrence was listed as a limited participant in practice Thursday for the second day in a row, and official word on his status for Sunday may not arrive until after the Jaguars' final practice of the…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 7 at 2:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Wins backup QB spot

    The Jaguars kept Jones over C.J. Beathard (groin) as the No. 2 QB on their initial 53-man roster, Justin Barney of News4Jax reports.

    Analysis: Jones completed 38 of 52 passes (73.1 percent) for 421 yards (8.1 YPA) and three touchdowns in three preseason games, while Beathard attempted just 21 passes before a groin injury knocked him out of action. Beathard was then released Tuesday with an injury settlement, leaving Jones as the backup to Trevor Lawrence heading into Week 1.

    Published: Tue, Aug 27 at 10:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sharp in preseason start

    Jones completed 16 of 23 passes for 210 yards with two touchdowns and no interceptions and added six rushes for 14 yards in the Jaguars' 20-7 preseason win over the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Jones started and played the entire first half and returned for the fourth quarter after C.J. Beathard (groin) got injured. The 2021 first-round pick of the Patriots, who's looking for a career reset in Jacksonville as Trevor Lawrence's backup, was impressive throughout, and he connected with Parker Washington (25 yards) and Brevin Easton (31 yards) for his pair of touchdown tosses. The two scoring drives spanned 17 and eight plays, confidence-building marches that Jones was able to navigate…read more

    Published: Sat, Aug 17 at 9:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set for start

    Jones will start Saturday's preseason game against Tampa Bay.

    Analysis: Coach Doug Pederson made the announcement Saturday evening, after previously suggesting Jones and C.J. Beathard would each play a half. It seems Jones will get the first half and Beathard the second, while starter Trevor Lawrence may be done for the preseason after playing one drive in Jacksonville's exhibition opener.

    Published: Sat, Aug 17 at 3:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Third on deck Saturday

    Jones will suit up for Saturday's preseason game against the Chiefs after Trevor Lawrence and C.J. Beathard have taken the field, John Shipley of SI.com reports.

    Analysis: Jones, who had his fifth-year option declined after being dealt to Jacksonville by New England earlier this offseason, appears to currently be behind Beathard in the Jaguars' backup quarterback competition. There's plenty of time for that standing to shift ahead of Week 1 -- especially if the 2021 first-round pick can impress during his preseason appearances -- but for now, Jones' fantasy value is minimal outside of deeper two-QB formats.

    Published: Thu, Aug 8 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Fifth-year option not picked up

    The Jaguars didn't pick up Jones' fifth-year contract option, AL.com reports.

    Analysis: While Jacksonville picked up the fifth-year options of starting quarterback Trevor Lawrence and top running back Travis Etienne, the team elected not to do so with Jones, who the Patriots took 15th overall in the 2021 NFL Draft. The decision wasn't surprising, given that the value of the Alabama product's option was $25.6 million, the same figure that applied to Lawrence. With the Jaguars, Michael DiRocco of ESPN notes that Jones -- who was obtained from New England in exchange for a…read more

    Published: Fri, May 3 at 9:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Bound for Jacksonville

    The Jaguars will finalize a trade Sunday to acquire Jones from the Patriots in exchange for a 2024 sixth-round draft pick, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The deal won't become official until the new league year begins Wednesday, but assuming Jones is able to pass a physical, the Jacksonville native will join his hometown team heading into his fourth NFL season. Though he served as a 42-game starter over his three seasons in New England, Jones slid to third on the depth chart by the end of the 2023 campaign and finished his tenure with the Patriots with a 66.1 completion percentage for 6.8 yards per attempt and a 46:36 TD:INT. He'll give the…read more

    Published: Sun, Mar 10 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Pats open to trade offers

    New England is open to trading Jones and has engaged with discussions in teams around the league, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The Patriots have been consistently rumored to be open to revamping the quarterback room this offseason, and Mark Daniels of The Providence Journal reports that the team has no intention of picking up Jones' fifth-year option. Jones, a 2021 first-round pick, finished his third NFL season as a healthy scratch after being replaced by Bailey Zappe as New England's starter Week 13, ending the year with a mediocre 2,120 passing yards and 10:12 TD:INT. It's unclear whether Jones will have a…read more

    Published: Fri, Mar 8 at 12:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs 2,120 passing yards in 2023

    Jones appeared in 11 games during the 2023 season, completing 224 of 345 pass attempts (64.9 percent) for 2,120 passing yards, 10 touchdowns and 12 interceptions while adding 96 rushing yards on 26 carries.

    Analysis: Jones, who was supplanted as the Patriots' starting quarterback in Week 13 by Bailey Zappe, finished his third NFL season as a healthy inactive in the Patriots' Week 18 loss to the Jets. Per Evan Lazar of the team's official site,, Jones is unlikely to have his fifth-year contract option exercised by New England this offseason. Jones will still remain on the Patriots' books through 2024, but it's unclear if he'll be given a chance to compete for the starting gig during the upcoming season.…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 10 at 3:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Third QB on Sunday

    Jones (coach's decision) was designated the Patriots' inactive third QB for Sunday's game against the Jets.

    Analysis: As a result, Nathan Rourke will serve as Bailey Zappe's top backup in the Patriots' season finale. Jones last saw game action in the team's Week 12 loss to the Giants.

    Published: Sun, Jan 7 at 8:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Backs up Zappe in Week 13

    Jones was active but didn't see any snaps in Sunday's 6-0 loss to the Chargers.

    Analysis: Heading into Week 13 action, Jones had started all 11 of the Patriots' games, but on Sunday it was Bailey Zappe who got the nod at QB. Given the results of the contest, it remains to be seen which signal-caller will handle the first snap Thursday night against the Steelers, but it would surprise if coach Bill Belichick offered much clarity on the situation in the coming days.

    Published: Mon, Dec 4 at 10:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to give way to Zappe

    Though coach Bill Belichick hasn't confirmed the Patriots' Week 13 starting QB, Evan Lazar of the team's official site notes that all signs still point to Bailey Zappe starting over Jones in Sunday's game against the Chargers.

    Analysis: Jones has started all 11 of the 2-9 Patriots' games to date this season, but he's been pulled early in four of those contests, including after halftime in the team's 10-7 loss to the Giants in Week 12. On Sunday, it appears as though the team plans to turn to Zappe, and in that context Jones is not a fantasy lineup option this weekend.

    Published: Fri, Dec 1 at 4:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could give way to Zappe

    Jones wasn't seen attempting passes during the media-access portion of Wednesday's practice, while Bailey Zappe logged multiple reps at quarterback and was followed in drills by practice-squad member Malik Cunningham, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Head coach Bill Belichick has declined to name a starting quarterback for this weekend's game against the Chargers, but based on what transpired during the initial stages of Wednesday's practice, Zappe -- who replaced Jones after halftime during the Patriots' 10-7 loss to the Giants on Sunday -- may be the frontrunner for the assignment. Jones has started all 11 games for the 2-9 Patriots this season, but he's been pulled early in four of those contests.

    Published: Wed, Nov 29 at 12:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No word on Week 13 starter

    Head coach Bill Belichick declined Wednesday to name either Jones or Bailey Zappe the Patriots' starting quarterback for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Doug Kyed of the Boston Herald reports.

    Analysis: Jones has started all 11 games for the Patriots this season, but he's been pulled early in both of the team's last two contests. After completing 12 of 21 passes for 89 yards and two interceptions in the first two quarters of this past Sunday's 10-7 loss to the Giants, Jones was benched at halftime in favor of Zappe. Over the final two quarters, Zappe didn't fare dramatically better than Jones, completing nine of 14 passes for 54 yards, no touchdowns and one interception. Jones and Zappe still…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 29 at 8:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Replaced after first half

    Jones was replaced by Bailey Zappe to begin the second half of Sunday's game against the Giants, Mike Reiss of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Leading up to the contest, the Patriots didn't publicly name a starting QB, but Jones ended up getting the nod and playing the entire first half. In the process, the 2021 first-rounder completed 12 of 21 passing attempts for 89 yards and two interceptions. With the signal-caller pivot Sunday, it remains to be seen who helms the team's offense in Week 13, but if Zappe looks sharp versus the Giants it could earn him another look against the Chargers next weekend.

    Published: Sun, Nov 26 at 12:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Poised for Week 12 start

    Jones took reps with the first-team offense during pregame warmups and appears in line to start Sunday's game against the Giants, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.

    Analysis: Though head coach Bill Belichick never offered confirmation on a Week 12 starting quarterback coming out of a bye week, the Patriots appear poised to stick with Jones, who was benched for New England's final possession of a Week 10 loss to Indianapolis. Jones has completed 65.4 percent of his passes for 6.3 yards per attempt and a 10:10 TD:INT through his first 10 starts this season, so he could be on a short leash Sunday if he struggles early on. The possibility also exists that the Patriots…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 26 at 9:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected starter Sunday

    Jones is expected to start Sunday's game against the Giants, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: On Friday, Patriots coach Bill Belichick declined to reveal the team's starting QB, but it looks like Jones, who, according to Mike Reiss of ESPN, split practice reps this week about 50-50 with Bailey Zappe, is trending toward getting the initial snaps Sunday. If that's the case, Zappe would be next in line for signal-caller work, either by design to mix him in or should Jones struggle in the contest, given that the team let Will Grier go Saturday and didn't elevate Malik Cunningham from the…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 26 at 8:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Appears in line to start Sunday

    The Patriots are planning to have Jones start Sunday's contest against the Giants, Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald reports.

    Analysis: After speaking to the media Friday, head coach Bill Belichick refused to commit to either Jones, Bailey Zappe or another option as the team's starting quarterback coming out of New England's Week 11 bye. Jones and Zappe split starting reps during practice this week, with Jones reportedly putting on the better performance. That appears to have been enough to allow him to maintain the lead role behind center, though a poor start to this Sunday's clash with New York could lead Belichick to turn to…read more

    Published: Sat, Nov 25 at 8:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No word on Week 12 starting QB

    Jones' standing on the depth chart remains unclear heading into Sunday's game against the Giants after head coach Bill Belichick declined to name the Patriots' starting quarterback when he spoke to the media Friday, Evan Lazar of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Jones has started all 10 of New England's games this season, but after throwing a costly interception late in the Patriots' 10-6 loss to the Colts in Week 10, he was replaced by Bailey Zappe with 1:52 left in the fourth quarter. The Patriots may not reveal their Week 12 starting quarterback until Sunday, but Lazar notes that "based on the happenings down at Gillette Stadium this week," the sense is that Jones will continue to direct the offense against the Giants, at least to begin the game. If…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 24 at 2:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Avoids Week 12 injury report

    Jones isn't included on the Patriots' initial Week 12 injury report released Wednesday after he suffered an unspecified bruise in New England's 10-6 loss to Indianapolis in Week 10.

    Analysis: Though Jones was sent in for X-rays after he didn't take the field for the Patriots' final possession of the Nov. 12 loss to the Colts in Germany, the injury was never viewed as the primary cause of his absence. Instead, the Patriots' decision to go with Bailey Zappe -- who ended up throwing game-sealing interception -- late in the fourth quarter seemed to be a result of Jones being benched for performance-related reasons. While the Patriots were on bye this past week, head coach Bill Belichick…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 22 at 1:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes first QB reps Tuesday

    Jones (undisclosed) handled the initial QB reps at Tuesday's unofficial practice, Mark Daniels of The Providence Journal reports.

    Analysis: After the Patriots' last game Week 10 against the Colts in Germany, coach Bill Belichick was non-committal on who would be under center following a Week 11 bye, and he remained that way Tuesday, telling Evan Lazar of the team's' official site, "I've told all the players the same thing: be ready to go." The fact Jones mixed into drills first Tuesday, followed by Bailey Zappe, perhaps is the first indication that the former will continue to operate as New England's starting quarterback Sunday at…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 21 at 10:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Belichick won't name starter

    Speaking with the media Tuesday, coach Bill Belichick refused to name a starting quarterback for Sunday's game against the Giants, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. "I've told everybody to be ready to go," Belichick said.

    Analysis: Belichick is trying to keep things close to the vest and said he'd announce a starter Sunday morning. All three of Mac Jones, Bailey Zappe and Will Grier have taken first-team reps in practice since the Week 10 loss to the Colts. Jones has not progressed as expected under offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien, throwing 10 touchdowns and 10 interceptions across 10 starts, while averaging a career-low 203.1 passing yards per game. Zappe would be the most logical option to start if it's not Jones.…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 21 at 6:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Belichick won't name starter

    Speaking with the media Tuesday, coach Bill Belichick refused to name Jones (undisclosed) or any other teammate a starting quarterback for Sunday's game against the Giants, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. "I've told everybody to be ready to go," Belichick said.

    Analysis: Belichick is trying to keep things close to the vest and said he'd announce a starter Sunday morning. All three of Jones, Bailey Zappe and Will Grier have taken first-team reps in practice since the Week 10 loss to the Colts. Jones, who suffered a bruise in the team's Week 10 loss in Germany, has not progressed as expected under offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien, throwing 10 touchdowns and 10 interceptions across 10 starts while averaging a career-low 203.1 passing yards per game. Zappe would…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 21 at 6:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Status as starter in question

    Patriots head coach Bill Belichick was non-committal Tuesday when asked if Jones (undisclosed) was still the team's No. 1 quarterback, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports. "We have a lot of things to work on this week as a team. We'll work through those. That is what we are going to do this week," Belichick said.

    Analysis: With New England heading into its bye riding a three-game losing streak, Belichick and his coaching staff appear set to re-evaluate the depth chart at multiple spots, including quarterback. Though Jones has started all 10 of the team's games to date, he's failed to finish three of those contests. His first two benchings came in blowout losses to the Cowboys and Saints, but Jones' early removal this past Sunday came while the Patriots had a chance to win the game, and his last pass attempt…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 14 at 7:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Undergoes X-rays after loss

    Jones underwent X-rays following Sunday's 10-6 loss to the Colts in Germany, after he said he suffered a bruise, Mark Daniels of The Providence Journal reports.

    Analysis: The nature of the injury isn't known, but perhaps of more import is the fact Jones was benched in favor of backup quarterback Bailey Zappe for the Patriots' final possession of the game. The reason likely was a back-breaking interception from Jones in the red zone with 4:24 remaining in the contest, and he finished with a paltry 170 yards and no touchdowns on 15-for-20 passing. Considering the overall situation, it'll be something to monitor to see if Jones or Zappe will be directing New…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 12 at 10:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Replaced late in Sunday's loss

    Jones was replaced by Bailey Zappe with 1:52 left in the fourth quarter of Sunday's 10-6 loss to the Colts, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.

    Analysis: With New England down by four points late in the contest, the team turned to Zappe to try to get a spark, though his stint resulted in three of his seven passing attempts being completed for 25 yards and a pick. Prior to being replaced Sunday, Jones completed 15 of 20 passing attempts for 170 yards and an interception, while rushing three times for 25 yards. The Patriots head into their bye week with a 2-8 record and until or unless coach Bill Belichick confirms the team's Week 12 starting QB,…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 12 at 9:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another clunker in Week 9 loss

    Jones completed 24 of 44 passes for 220 yards, one touchdown and one interception in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Commanders. He added three rushing yards on three attempts.

    Analysis: Jones had Tyquan Thornton open but missed him on fourth down to end New England's opening drive in Washington territory. After failing to produce any points in the first quarter, Jones bounced back with a 14-yard touchdown pass to Hunter Henry in the second to put the Patriots on the board. Outside of that throw, Jones was largely inaccurate and inefficient, as he tied his season low with just 5.0 yards per attempt. Despite those struggles, Jones had New England in range for a game-tying field…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 5 at 1:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Pair of touchdowns in loss

    Jones completed 19 of 29 passes for 161 yards with two touchdowns and one interception while also netting minus-2 yards on his only carry in the Patriots' 31-17 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday.

    Analysis: Jones struggled to generate much production downfield, leading to a modest 5.6 yards per attempt for the third-year pro. Jones was able to produce his second straight two-touchdown performance and third multi-score tally of the season by hitting Kendrick Bourne (knee) and JuJu Smith-Schuster for touchdown passes of 24 and three yards, respectively. However, he also failed to reach the 200-yard mark for the third time this season, certainly not a recipe for success when facing the Dolphins'…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 29 at 3:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Throws two TDs in upset of Bills

    Jones completed 25 of 30 passes for 272 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 29-25 win over the Bills. He added three rushing attempts for 11 yards.

    Analysis: Jones limited his mistakes and kept the offense on schedule as New England didn't trail over the first 58 minutes. After Buffalo took its first lead with 1:58 remaining, Jones led an eight-play, 75-yard touchdown drive, culminating with a game-winning one-yard touchdown pass to Mike Gesicki with 12 seconds remaining. That was Jones' second touchdown pass of the fourth quarter, as he also found Kendrick Bourne from four yards out halfway through the quarter. New England improved to 2-5 while…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 22 at 3:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains starter for Week 7

    Offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien said Tuesday that he expects Jones to start the Patriots' Week 7 game against the Bills, Michael Giardi of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Though he avoided a third straight mid-game benching during a more competitive 21-17 loss to the Raiders in Week 6, Jones threw an ugly interception while New England was in field-goal range late in the second quarter. Through six starts, Jones has completed 64.2 percent of his passes but for just 6.0 yards per attempt -- 30th in the league among qualified QBs -- while taking 12 sacks and throwing five touchdowns against seven interceptions. Despite O'Brien's commitment, Jones' hold on the…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 17 at 10:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Poor numbers again Sunday

    Jones completed 24 of 33 passes for 200 yards with an interception in Sunday's 21-17 loss to the Raiders. He also lost one yard on his only carry.

    Analysis: The third-year quarterback also got sacked for a safety late in the fourth quarter, ending any chance the Patriots might have had of putting together a comeback. Jones has now failed to throw a TD pass in three straight games while getting picked off five times over that stretch, and the only thing keeping him in the starting role might be the lack of a viable alternative on the roster -- undrafted rookie Malik Cunningham, who spent part of the offseason program getting reps as a wide receiver,…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 7:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could be on 'short leash' Sunday

    Jones will remain the Patriots' starting quarterback for Sunday's game against the Raiders in Las Vegas, but Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports that the third-year signal-caller will be "on a short leash," and a poor opening few series could result in him getting benched.

    Analysis: Though Jones was pulled early in blowout losses to the Cowboys and Saints in the past two weeks, head coach Bill Belichick reaffirmed his commitment to Jones after both contests. Even so, with Jones heading into Sunday with a 5:6 TD:INT, 6.0 yards per attempt and 62.5 percent completion rate through five games -- all of which represent steps back from his first two seasons in the league -- it's clear that the 25-year-old has lost some job security. In light of his struggles thus far, Jones…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 5:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Confirmed as Week 6 starter

    Head coach Bill Belichick confirmed Wednesday that Jones remains the Patriots' starting quarterback ahead of Sunday's game against the Raiders, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports. "Yeah, we're not making any changes," Belichick said, when asked about the Patriots' quarterback situation.

    Analysis: Over the last two weeks, the Patriots have been outscored by a count of 72-3, with Jones being removed in both contests once the games got out of hand. Belichick has been clear about not blaming the offense's slide solely on Jones, and it's probably helped Jones' cause that backup Bailey Zappe hasn't impressed in mop-up duty the past two weeks. Either way, until or unless he picks up the pace, Jones will remain a speculative fantasy lineup option.

    Published: Wed, Oct 11 at 8:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains New England's starter

    Head coach Bill Belichick said after Sunday's 34-0 loss to the Saints that Jones will remain the Patriots' starting quarterback, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Though Jones -- who has turned the ball over five times in the last two weeks -- has been replaced in consecutive games by backup Bailey Zappe, Belichick didn't put all of the blame on the Patriots' struggles on offense on his starting signal-caller. In any case, as the Patriots' Week 6 road game against the Raiders approaches, Jones profiles as a risky fantasy lineup option while helming a New England attack that has combined for just three points over the course of consecutive blowout losses.

    Published: Mon, Oct 9 at 9:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Pulled in fourth quarter

    Jones completed 12 of 22 pass attempts for 110 yards with two interceptions and a fumble before being replaced by Bailey Zappe with 13:03 left in the fourth quarter of Sunday's 34-0 loss to the Saints, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: After taking over for Jones, Zappe completed three of nine passes for 22 yards. With the Patriots now 1-4 and Jones having been pulled from two straight contests, it remains to be seen who the team's starting QB will be next weekend against the Raiders. Either way, Jones doesn't profile as a high-percentage fantasy option in Week 6.

    Published: Sun, Oct 8 at 1:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will remain starter moving forward

    Jones will remain the Patriots' starting quarterback despite being benched in the team's Week 4 blowout loss to Dallas, Ian Rapoport of NFL.com reports.

    Analysis: New England suffered its largest loss in the Bill Belichick era, but it appears the team isn't going to overreact to the poor performance. Jones was solid as a rookie in 2021, completing 68 percent of his passes for 3,801 yards, 22 touchdowns and 13 interceptions, but it's been mixed results since then. Patriots backup quarterback Bailey Zappe showed flashes in limited action last year, but Rapoport notes it's clear the team feels Jones is still the best option moving forward.

    Published: Mon, Oct 2 at 10:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Benched in blowout loss

    Jones completed 12 of 21 passes for 150 yards with no touchdowns and two interceptions in Sunday's 38-3 loss to the Cowboys. He also rushed three times for seven yards and lost a fumble.

    Analysis: Jones had a disastrous start to the game, losing a fumble that was returned for a touchdown while also throwing a pick-six just before halftime. With New England down 31-3 late in the third quarter, Bailey Zappe was called upon to relieve Jones. However, after the game, coach Bill Belichick confirmed that Jones will remain the starter for a Week 5 matchup against the Saints, Doug Kyed of the Boston Herald reports.

    Published: Sun, Oct 1 at 6:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Modest numbers in low-scoring win

    Jones completed 15 of 29 passes for 201 yards and one touchdown while rushing four times for 13 yards in Sunday's 15-10 win over the Jets.

    Analysis: Jones found Pharaoh Brown behind the defense for a 58-yard touchdown to take a 10-0 lead in the second quarter. That was the only touchdown New England mustered, but it was enough to get the Patriots into the win column for the first time in 2023. After throwing for 316 yards with three touchdowns in the season opener, Jones has failed to throw for 250 yards or multiple touchdowns in either of the next two games, and reaching those thresholds won't be easy on the road against Dallas in Week 4.

    Published: Sun, Sep 24 at 2:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Pedestrian line in defeat

    Jones completed 31 of 42 pass attempts for 231 yards, one touchdown and one interception in Sunday's 24-17 loss to the Dolphins. He added 25 rushing yards on five attempts.

    Analysis: Jones has now eclipsed 40 pass attempts in each of his first two starts after doing so just once in 2022. Part of it has to do with the Patriots facing tough opponents and being forced to throw from behind. Unfortunately for his fantasy managers, Jones was unable to convert all of those attempts into positive results against Miami's secondary like he did against the Eagles in Week 1. Things won't get any easier for Jones in the near future, as he will face the Jets' stout defense next Sunday…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 10:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Attempts 54 passes

    Jones completed 35 of 54 passes for 316 yards, three touchdowns and one interception in Sunday's 25-20 loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: Jones and the Patriots fell behind 16-0 before the close of the first quarter, forcing the team to take to the air. That helped him reach 300 passing yards despite averaging only 5.8 yards per attempt. The highlights of Jones' performance came just before halftime and the close of the game, when he found Kendrick Bourne for a pair of scores from 19 and 11 yards away. The game took place in rain-soaked conditions, but Jones will have to increase his efficiency if he hopes to keep pace with the…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 10 at 8:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not slated to face Titans

    Jones isn't in line to see action in Friday night's preseason finale against the Titans, Karen Guregian of masslive.com reports.

    Analysis: As Evan Lazar of the team's official site points out, Jones and the Patriots' starting offensive line played 25 snaps in the the preseason finale last year, but with the squad's line dealing with some injuries, it appears as though New England will play it safe with Jones on Friday. In that event, Jones' focus will shift toward preparing for a Week 1 start on Sept. 10 against a rugged Philadelphia defense.

    Published: Fri, Aug 25 at 12:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Starts Saturday's preseason win

    Jones made his preseason debut against Green Bay on Saturday, completing six of nine pass attempts for 52 yards and no touchdowns or interceptions in a 21-17 exhibition win.

    Analysis: Jones had a clean tune-up appearance from the pocket, leading an opening drive that Rhamondre Stevenson finished off with a rushing touchdown. The 25-year-old coughed up a fumble while getting sacked on the final play of his scheduled appearance, giving way to Bailey Zappe and the reserves after completing three drives. Jones will attempt to right the ship after a sophomore slump sapped his fantasy value heading into this year's drafts.

    Published: Sat, Aug 19 at 9:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play Saturday

    Based on warmups, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site expects Jones and the Patriots' healthy starters to see action in Saturday's preseason game against the Packers.

    Analysis: It remains to be seen how much action Jones and co. will see versus Green Bay, but once his looming stint is completed, Bailey Zappe, Malik Cunningham and Trace McSorley are candidates to see QB reps for the remainder of Saturday's contest.

    Published: Sat, Aug 19 at 4:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Candidate to play versus Green Bay

    Mark Daniels of the Providence Journal indicates that it's his understanding that Jones is expected to see action in Saturday's preseason game against the Packers.

    Analysis: Meanwhile, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site points out that Jones -- who played in New England's final two exhibition games in 2022, per Daniels -- and the team's other offensive starters played three drives in the second preseason game last year, and if the QB does play Saturday, a similar pattern could follow. In last week's preseason opener, Jones was rested, with Bailey Zappe, Malik Cunningham and Trace McSorley handling signal-caller duties.

    Published: Sat, Aug 19 at 1:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not in line to play Thursday

    Jones isn't slated to play in Thursday's preseason opener against the Texans, NFL Network's Judy Battista reports.

    Analysis: Though Jones is in uniform ahead of the contest, per Mark Daniels of MassLive, he's among the players not expected to take the field Thursday. In Jones' anticipated absence, Bailey Zappe, Trace McSorley and Malik Cunningham are available to handle the Patriots' QB reps.

    Published: Thu, Aug 10 at 3:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Doesn't throw during warmups

    Jones didn't throw in initial warmups prior to Thursday's preseason game against the Texans, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.

    Analysis: With that, Lazar indicates that it looks like the Patriots will roll with some QB combo of Bailey Zappe, Trace McSorley and Malik Cunningham on Thursday. Assuming that's the case, Jones' next chance to see exhibition action would occur Saturday, Aug. 19 against the Packers.

    Published: Thu, Aug 10 at 2:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not expected to play Thursday

    Mike Reiss of ESPN.com suggested Tuesday that Jones probably won't play in Thursday's preseason opener against the Texans.

    Analysis: That's a notion echoed by both Mark Daniels of Masslive.com and Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site. In the event that Jones does sit out Thursday's contest, Bailey Zappe, Trace McSorley and Malik Cunningham would be candidates to log QB snaps against Houston.

    Published: Tue, Aug 8 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Strong practice Tuesday

    Jones turned in his best practice of training camp so far Tuesday, according to Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald.

    Analysis: The report notes that Jones finished the session going 7-of-10 in team drills, while throwing two TDs in a final red-zone portion versus the first-team defense. Per Callahan, the 2021 first-rounder "weaponized tempo, audibles and his best trait -- accuracy within 10 yards of the line of scrimmage -- over the best showing by any quarterback this summer." As the Patriots' preseason opener approaches, Dakota Randall of NESN.com suggests that talk of QB controversy seems to have died down, even if…read more

    Published: Tue, Aug 1 at 3:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Making case to remain starter

    Jones worked with the Patriots' first-team offense "the vast majority of the time" during OTAs and minicamp, Chris Mason of The Springfield Republican reports.

    Analysis: While speculation of a quarterback controversy brewed in New England earlier in the offseason, Jones' efforts this spring suggest that he maintains a sturdy grip on the starting job ahead of 2022 fourth-round pick Bailey Zappe. Per Jeff Howe of The Athletic, Jones "has looked more confident this spring and has been throwing the ball well" while looking comfortable in the team's new offense under coordinator Bill O'Brien, who has reportedly been implementing portions of the system he used during…read more

    Published: Wed, Jun 14 at 10:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • In good standing with coach

    Coach Bill Belichick noted Friday that he "absolutely" feels the same way about Jones as he did prior to training camp last season, at which time he complimented the QB's progress, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: When asked if Jones is still the team's No. 1 signal-caller option, Belichick replied, "Yeah, I mean, look, Mac's been our quarterback for two years. As I tell the team every year, each player, each coach, we all have to re-establish and prove ourselves every year. That's what this league is. That's for all of us -- '23 is '23. We'll see how '23 goes." Now heading into his third pro campaign since being drafted 15th overall in 2021, Jones is slated to work under new offensive coordinator Bill…read more

    Published: Sun, Apr 30 at 10:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Backup QB depth added

    The Patriots have added Trace McSorley to a QB group that also includes Jones and Bailey Zappe, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.

    Analysis: After letting veteran signal-caller Brian Hoyer go last month, the Patriots were in need of depth behind Jones and Zappe. In McSorley, the team adds a No. 3 option who can bring some rushing ability to the team's quarterback mix. As the coming season approaches, Eric Edholm of NFL.com notes that coach Bill Belichick declined last month to specifically confirm Jones as the team's starter for 2023, a context that has led to some speculation that Zappe could potentially make a run at the job this…read more

    Published: Thu, Apr 13 at 2:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Season over after Week 18 loss

    Jones completed 26 of 40 passes for 243 yards, three touchdowns and three interceptions in Sunday's 35-23 loss to the Bills. He added five yards on four rushing attempts.

    Analysis: Jones tossed a pair of game-tying two-yard touchdowns in the first half, finding Jakobi Meyers in the first quarter and DeVante Parker in the second. He was intercepted at Buffalo's two-yard line in the third quarter, then found Parker for a 26-yard touchdown in the fourth before throwing away the Patriots' playoff hopes with interceptions on each of New England's final two drives. New England's Jones-led passing game held back an otherwise talented roster in his second season, but the 2021…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 8 at 1:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Pair of touchdowns in big win

    Jones completed 20 of 33 passes for 203 yards with two touchdowns and no interceptions in the Patriots' 23-21 win over the Dolphins on Sunday. He also rushed three times for one yard.

    Analysis: Jones was able to put together a clean performance to help the Patriots even their record at 8-8 and remain in contention for a postseason spot. Forced to operate without both DeVante Parker (concussion) and Jonnu Smith (concussion), Jones spread the ball around to six targets overall, with 11 of his 20 completions going to Hunter Henry and Jakobi Meyers. The second-year signal-caller hit Tyquan Thornton (seven yards) and Meyers (one yard) for his two touchdowns, the second capping off a clutch…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 1 at 2:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Bounces back in Week 16 loss

    Jones completed 21 of 33 passes for 240 yards with two touchdowns and no interceptions and netted minus-1 yard on one rush attempt in the Patriots' 22-18 loss to the Bengals on Saturday.

    Analysis: Jones put together much better numbers than during his forgettable Week 15 performance against the Raiders, although ultimately, the end result was another loss for New England. The second-year signal-caller found his most success when targeting Kendrick Bourne (6-100-1), though he continued to display strong chemistry with Jakobi Meyers (6-83-1) as well. Jones will look to improve on Saturday's solid numbers in a favorable Week 17 home matchup against the Dolphins on Sunday, Jan. 1.

    Published: Sat, Dec 24 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles in Sunday's loss

    Jones completed 13 of 31 passes for 112 yards in Sunday's 30-24 loss to the Raiders.

    Analysis: He added 10 yards on four carries. Jones simply couldn't get anything going through the air against a suspect Las Vegas secondary, setting a season low in passing yards for a full game, but New England's running game and defense kept the team in the contest until a shocking final play that resulted in a game-winning defensive score for former Patriot Chandler Jones. Jones the quarterback has failed to reach 200 yards in four of the last seven games, making him a very risky fantasy option in…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 18 at 5:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Serviceable numbers in road win

    Jones completed 24 of 35 passes for 235 yards with no touchdowns and one interception in the Patriots' 27-13 win over the Cardinals on Monday night. He also netted minus-1 yards on five rush attempts and fumbled once but recovered.

    Analysis: Jones put together solid numbers overall, but his night was a disappointment from a fantasy perspective given that he had no hand in any of his team's touchdowns. The second-year signal-caller's one interception came at New England's 41-yard line and set up a Cardinals field goal, but Jones otherwise stayed out of his team's way while the running game and defense shouldered a heavy load against an Arizona squad that lost Kyler Murray to a likely serious knee injury on the third offensive play.…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 12 at 8:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Underwhelming numbers in loss

    Jones completed 22 of 36 passes for 195 yards with one touchdown and no interception in the Patriots' 24-10 loss to the Bills on Thursday night. He also rushed three times for seven yards and committed a fumble that was recovered by New England.

    Analysis: Jones fell short of the 200-yard mark for the third time in the last five games on a night that was critical to the Patriots' playoff hopes. The second-year signal-caller did extend his interception-less streak to four contests, but after some modest early success New England failed to garner any points on six consecutive possessions until a 17-play, 57-yard march in the fourth quarter after the Pats were already down 17 points. What's more, that march ended in a meaningless field goal when…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 1 at 8:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Season-high yardage total in loss

    Jones completed 28 of 39 passes for 382 yards with two touchdowns and no interceptions in the Patriots' 33-26 loss to the Vikings on Thursday night. He also fumbled once but recovered.

    Analysis: Jones put together his most productive day of the season yardage-wise in the losing effort while completing four passes of greater than 30 yards. The second-year signal-caller hit Nelson Agholor and Hunter Henry for his pair of touchdown passes, and he had a second one to the latter reversed on replay as well. Nevertheless, the multi-score tally was Jones' first of the season, and he's now thrown for an impressive 628 yards over his last two outings. Jones will be right be back in action next…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 24 at 8:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Victorious in defensive battle

    Jones completed 23 of 27 passes for 246 yards and rushed twice for three yards in Sunday's 10-3 win over the Jets.

    Analysis: Jones didn't produce a touchdown, but he didn't turn the ball over, either. He led the Patriots down the field for a field goal to open the scoring early in the second quarter, but Jones took an ill-timed sack on the following drive that proved significant, as Nick Folk's field-goal attempt on the next play clanked off the crossbar to keep the score tied at three. While Jones was accurate, his dinking and dunking failed to generate any more points against New York's defense. That didn't matter,…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 20 at 1:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not asked to do much in win

    Jones completed 20 of 30 passes for 147 yards, one touchdown and no interceptions in Sunday's 26-3 win over the Colts.

    Analysis: Jones played mistake-free, as he didn't turn the ball over and managed the Patriots' offense effectively. His lone touchdown came on a three-yard pass to Rhamondre Stevenson, and he connected with Hunter Henry and Jonnu Smith for lengthy gains of 30 and 24 yards. In two full games since returning from an ankle injury, Jones has combined to throw for 341 yards, two touchdowns and one interception while averaging 5.2 yards per attempt.

    Published: Sun, Nov 6 at 7:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Controversial flag erases pick-six

    Jones completed 24 of 35 passes for 194 yards, one touchdown and one interception in Sunday's 22-17 win over the Jets. He added 19 yards on seven rushing attempts.

    Analysis: Jones benefited from a quintessential Jets-Patriots moment late in the first half, as a controversial roughing the passer penalty erased a would-be pick-six that would have put the Jets up 17-3. New England instead got its second field goal on that drive to take a 10-6 deficit into the locker room. On the preceding possession, a questionable Jets unnecessary roughness penalty helped New England drive down to New York's 21-yard line, but Jones threw incomplete on 4th-and-1. Jones got a far…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 30 at 2:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts in full week of practice

    Jones is dealing with numbness in the toes on his left foot, but he was a full participant in practice all week and will start Sunday's game against the Jets, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.

    Analysis: The toe numbness is likely related to the left high-ankle sprain that sidelined Jones for Weeks 3 through 6 before he returned to action for the Patriots' 33-14 loss to the Bears in Week 7. Jones started in the loss Monday, but he was replaced by Bailey Zappe after he threw an interception on his 16th and final snap of the night. According to the report, the lingering toe numbness didn't affect Jones in his on-field prep this week, and he's expected to have a longer leash Sunday now that he's…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 28 at 2:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Confirmed as Week 8 starter

    Head coach Bill Belichick confirmed Thursday that Jones will start Sunday's game against the Jets, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.

    Analysis: Meanwhile, for the first time since injuring his ankle Week 3, Jones was not listed on the team's injury report, which was posted Wednesday. Based on that, it appears as though Jones won't face any notable limitations health-wise this weekend, and in that context Bailey Zappe is slated to serve as the Patriots' No. 2 QB on Sunday. Jone thus represents a lineup option in deeper fantasy formats while squaring off against a Jets defense that has allowed an average of 209.4 passing yards per game…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 27 at 9:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Off injury report and starting

    Jones is slated to start Sunday's game against the Jets, Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald and Field Yates of ESPN report.

    Analysis: Moreover, Jones isn't listed on the Patriots' Week 8 injury report, which suggests that the quarterback isn't expected to have any restrictions Sunday after missing Weeks 4 through 6 due to an ankle sprain. In his return from a three-game absence in Monday's 33-14 loss to the Bears, Jones started and completed three of six passes for 13 yards and a pick and ran three times for 24 yards before giving way to Bailey Zappe. Following the Week 7 contest, head coach Bill Belichick declined to confirm…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 26 at 1:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • On track for Week 8 start

    Jones took about 90 percent of the Patriots' first-team quarterback reps at practice Wednesday and is in line to start Sunday against the Jets, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Though head coach Bill Belichick has thus far declined to confirm the team's Week 8 starter, Jones is slated to retain the assignment while Bailey Zappe opens Sunday's contest as the Patriots' No. 2 signal caller. Jones has been working his way back from an ankle injury, so there's still a decent chance his name will appear on Wednesday's injury report.

    Published: Wed, Oct 26 at 12:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Week 8 QB plans TBD

    Coach Bill Belichick declined to confirm either Jones or Bailey Zappe as his starting QB for Week 8 following Monday's 33-14 loss to the Bears, ESPN's Mike Reiss reports.

    Analysis: In his return from a three-game absence, Jones completed only three of six passes for 13 yards and a pick and ran three times for 24 yards before giving way to Zappe. Reiss indicates the Patriots planned to play both QBs on Monday, with Jones' recovery from a high-ankle sprain factoring into that approach. Meanwhile, Belichick suggested that the 2021 first-rounder would have returned to the contest in the second half had the score been closer. Until there's added clarity here via practice…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 25 at 7:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Benched early in loss

    Jones completed three of his six passes for 13 yards and an interception in Monday's 33-14 loss to the Bears. He added three rushes for 24 yards.

    Analysis: Jones returned from a three-game absence caused by a high-ankle sprain and got off to a lackluster start. He was ultimately benched after throwing an interception deep in Bears' territory early in the second quarter. Bailey Zappe entered in his place and immediately led the Patriots' offense to two scoring drives, though he cooled down quite a bit across the final two quarters of the game. Jones managed to hold onto his starting role while rehabbing his high ankle sprain, but there may now be a…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 24 at 8:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Slated to start Monday

    Coach Bill Belichick confirmed that Jones (ankle) is slated to start Monday night's game against the Bears, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Jones thus is back as the Patriots' starting quarterback following a three-game absence due to a high left-ankle sprain, though Evan Lazar of the team's official site relays that there's been some speculation backup Bailey Zappe could also potentially take some snaps in the contest. In any case, those who waited things out on Jones all the way up to Monday's kickoff are slated get some level of Week 7 fantasy production from the 2021 first-rounder.

    Published: Mon, Oct 24 at 4:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suits up Monday

    Jones (ankle) is listed as active for Monday night's game against the Bears.

    Analysis: Per Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald, Jones, who has missed the Patriots' last three games due to a high-ankle sprain, is back in uniform and expected to start Monday's contest, with Bailey Zappe on hand in the event that he suffers any in-game setbacks in his return to action. In that context, Jones profiles as a fantasy lineup option for those who waited things out regarding his Week 7 status, though it remains to be seen how pass-heavy the team will be inclined to go in the contest, with…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 24 at 3:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • On track to suit up Monday

    With Garrett Gilbert not elevated from the practice squad ahead of Monday night's game against the Bears, Jones (ankle) and Bailey Zappe are in line to be on the Patriots' Week 7 game-day roster, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: At this stage, the report notes that the Patriots haven't announced a starting QB for the contest, but Jones is expected to play. That said, Reiss suggests that "the possibility Zappe gets snaps can't be dismissed" either. In any case, official confirmation of Jones' availability will be confirmed once New England's inactives are announced ahead of Monday's 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff.

    Published: Mon, Oct 24 at 2:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to start Monday

    Jones (ankle) remains listed as questionable but is expected to start Monday's game against the Bears, barring a setback while warming up, Jeff Howe of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Jones has missed the Patriots' last three games due to a high-ankle sprain, but he looks like he's on track to put an end to the streak of absences. Official confirmation on his status won't arrive until the Patriots' inactive list is posted 90 minutes prior to Monday's 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff. Ideally, those considering Jones in Week 7 fantasy lineups would have Bailey Zappe or Chicago's Justin Fields available as potential replacements.

    Published: Sun, Oct 23 at 9:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Trending toward return Monday

    Both Mike Reiss of ESPN and Ian Rapoport of NFL Network indicate that the signs point toward Jones (ankle/questionable) returning to action Monday night against the Bears.

    Analysis: Per Rapoport, Jones took the bulk of first-team QB reps in Saturday's practice, which indicates that the 2021 first-rounder is trending toward rejoining the lineup following a three-game absence due to a high-ankle sprain. Given the Patriots' 8:15 ET kickoff Monday, there's an element of risk in relying on Jones in Week 7 fantasy lineups, a context that leaves just backup Bailey Zappe and Chicago's Justin Fields as potential replacements.

    Published: Sun, Oct 23 at 6:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes first-team reps

    Jones (ankle), who is listed a questionable for Monday night's game against the Bears, took the bulk of the first-team reps in Saturday's practice, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Jones has missed the Patriots' last three games with a high left ankle sprain. This report would seem to indicate he will start Monday's game, but his status is still uncertain. New England's starting quarterback may not be known until kickoff, with Bailey Zappe set to start if Jones is out again.

    Published: Sat, Oct 22 at 11:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as questionable for Monday

    Jones (ankle) is listed a questionable for Monday night's game against the Bears after practicing in a limited fashion this week.

    Analysis: Per Mike Reiss of ESPN, Jones -- who has missed the Patriots' last three games with a high left ankle sprain -- has been progressing toward a possible return to action Monday night, with previous reports having suggested that Jones expects to be available. Ideally, further context with regard to his Week 7 status will surface ahead of the first wave of games Sunday, considering New England's 8:15 ET kickoff Monday. If Jones ends up not being cleared to play, Bailey Zappe would be in line to…read more

    Published: Sat, Oct 22 at 2:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another limited practice

    Jones (ankle) remained limited at practice Friday.

    Analysis: Following back-to-back limited practices, Jones appears to be trending in the right direction ahead of Monday night's game against the Bears, though it seems likely the QB will approach the contest with an official questionable designation. Per Mike Reiss of ESPN.com, when asked if he'd be back this week after missing three games, Jones replied, "I think I'm doing well. Just trying to get better and get my treatment. Day by day." In the event that Jones doesn't return Monday, fellow…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 21 at 2:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited at practice Thursday

    Jones (ankle) was limited at practice Thursday.

    Analysis: Per Chad Graff of The Athletic, Jones appeared to be moving around well at the start of Thursday's practice. At this stage, Jones seems to be trending toward a return to action Monday night against the Bear,s barring any setbacks, but it's still plausible that he'll approach the contest officially listed as questionable.

    Published: Thu, Oct 20 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Trending toward Week 7 return

    Jones (ankle) expects to be available for Monday night's game against the Bears, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Jones, who has missed the Patriots' past three games with a high left-ankle sprain, appears to be trending in the right direction ahead of Week 7 action, with the report noting that the QB still has to clear a final hurdle at practice this week in order to return to action. Though coach Bill Belichick hasn't outlined the team's plans once Jones is healthy enough to play, Jeff Howe of The Athletic indicates that the signal-caller is on track to return as New England's starter at that juncture,…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 20 at 8:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Inactive Sunday

    Jones (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Browns.

    Analysis: With Jones, who was able to practice in a limited fashion this past week, out for a third consecutive game, Bailey Zappe is slated to make his second straight start, backed up by Garrett Gilbert. Jones' next chance to suit up will thus arrive a week from Monday when the Patriots host the Bears in Week 7.

    Published: Sun, Oct 16 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not likely to play against Browns

    Jones (ankle), officially listed as questionable, is unlikely to play Sunday against the Browns, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Jones practiced in limited fashion throughout the week and is somewhat surprisingly considered questionable for Sunday's game. He'll test out his ankle in pregame warmups, but barring a significant surprise, he'll be set for another absence. Bailey Zappe will serve as the starting quarterback, assuming Jones is out.

    Published: Sat, Oct 15 at 7:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sunday status TBD

    Jones (ankle) remains listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Browns, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.

    Analysis: The Patriots ruled out cornerback Jonathan Jones (ankle) and wide receiver Nelson Agholor (hamstring) on Saturday, but Lazar indicates that Mac Jones is making the trip to Cleveland and thus could potentially suit up Sunday after missing his team's last two games. Added context regarding the QB's Week 6 status should arrive in the hours ahead of New England's 1:00 ET kickoff, but if Jones ends up being deemed out, Bailey Zappe would be in line to draw his second straight start.

    Published: Sat, Oct 15 at 11:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially questionable for Week 6

    Jones (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Browns after practicing in a limited capacity this week, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.

    Analysis: After sitting out the Patriots' last two games due to a left high-ankle sprain, Jones has a chance to return to action this weekend. If the Patriots elect to play it safe with their top quarterback, however, Bailey Zappe would draw a second straight start Sunday. Look for added context with regard to Jones' Week 6 status to arrive late Saturday or early Sunday, when national reporters like Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport provide their weekly pregame updates.

    Published: Fri, Oct 14 at 1:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sunday status uncertain

    Head coach Bill Belichick noted Friday that Jones (ankle) did more at practice this Thursday than he did last Thursday, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.

    Analysis: Per Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald, Belichick indicated that the Patriots plan to evaluate Jones on Saturday to see how he feels after three days of practice. Friday's final injury report will add a layer of context with regard to Jones' chances of suiting up Sunday against the Browns, but he's trending toward being listed as questionable for the contest.

    Published: Fri, Oct 14 at 8:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still limited at practice

    Jones (ankle) remained limited at practice Thursday.

    Analysis: Jones now has logged five straight limited sessions, as he works his way back from a high left-ankle sprain. Per Zack Cox of NESN.com, the QB looked more mobile at Thursday's practice than he did last week, which suggests that he has a chance to suit up Sunday against the Browns. Friday's final injury report will add further context to Jones' Week 6 status, but if he ends up being held out this weekend, Bailey Zappe would be in line for his second straight start.

    Published: Thu, Oct 13 at 2:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still limited at practice

    Jones (ankle) remained a limited participant at practice Wednesday, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.

    Analysis: Jones, who continues to work his way back from a high-ankle sprain that has caused him to miss the Patriots' last two games, has now logged four straight limited practices, but the quarterback's status for this Sunday's game against the Browns has yet to be clarified, according to Cox. Per Michael Giardi of NFL Network, the swelling in Jones' left ankle has decreased, but if the second-year quarterback does give it a go this weekend, he could be dealing some instability in his ankle. If New…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 12 at 1:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inactive Sunday

    Jones (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Lions.

    Analysis: With Jones (who practiced in a limited fashion this past week) out for the second straight game and Brian Hoyer (concussion) on IR, Bailey Zappe is slated to make his first career NFL regular season start, backed up by Garrett Gilbert. Jones, who has reportedly been dealing with a left high ankle sprain, will thus target a potential return to action next Sunday against the Browns.

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 8:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not expected to face Lions

    Jones (ankle), who is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Lions, is expected to miss a second straight contest, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Given his doubtful designation, Jones' expected absence Week 5 shouldn't come as much of a surprise to fantasy managers. He'll likely be placed on the Patriots' inactive list 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff, setting the stage for rookie Bailey Zappe to make first NFL start. Garrett Gilbert has been activated from the practice squad to handle backup duties behind Zappe.

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 2:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as doubtful for Sunday

    Jones (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Lions after being limited at practice this week.

    Analysis: Though the Patriots haven't totally ruled Jones out for Sunday's game, the doubtful designation signals that Bailey Zappe is expected to be the team's starting QB this weekend. At this stage, it seems likely that Garrett Gilbert will be elevated from the team's practice squad ahead of Week 5 action, and barring major improvement in short order, Jones' ankle injury appears poised to sideline him for a second straight week.

    Published: Fri, Oct 7 at 1:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains limited at practice

    Jones (ankle) remained limited at practice Thursday.

    Analysis: Back-to-back limited sessions offer hope that Jones could possibly start Sunday's game against the Lions, but at this stage such an outcome is far from a lock, with Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald noting earlier Thursday that Jones still was walking with a limp during practice due to his sprained left ankle. With Brian Hoyer (concussion) on IR, Bailey Zappe now profiles as the Patriots' No. 2 QB and would fill in as the team's starter this weekend if Jones is unavailable to play.

    Published: Thu, Oct 6 at 2:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to limited practice

    Jones (ankle) was listed as a limited practice participant Wednesday, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.

    Analysis: The limited activity represents a step in the right direction for Jones after he didn't practice at all last week before sitting out the Patriots' loss to the Packers this past Sunday. While Jones was able to participate Wednesday in what Mike Reiss of ESPN.com described as a scaled-back practice, Brian Hoyer (concussion) was sidelined for the session. For now, it's still unclear if Jones will be able to play this weekend against Detroit, and if neither he or Hoyer are available, Bailey Zappe…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 5 at 2:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes field Wednesday

    Jones (ankle) was present on the field during the media-access portion of Wednesday's practice, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Per Reiss, Jones, who is dealing with a high-ankle sprain, "had more zip on the ball, and stepped into throws more than he did last Friday." The Patriots will release their first Week 5 injury report later Wednesday, which will reveal the extent of Jones' participation. At this stage, Jones' status for this weekend's game against the Lions is unclear, as is the case with fellow signal-caller Brian Hoyer (concussion), who wasn't on the field Wednesday.

    Published: Wed, Oct 5 at 9:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out for Week 4

    Jones (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Packers.

    Analysis: Though Jones was spotted on the field Friday, he subsequently was listed as a non-participant at practice and officially ruled out by the team. With Jones unavailable this weekend, Brian Hoyer will draw the start at QB for New England on Sunday. For his part, Jones' next chance to suit up will arrive Week 5 versus the Lions.

    Published: Fri, Sep 30 at 1:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • On the field Friday

    Jones (ankle) was present for the start of Friday's practice, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Reiss added that during the media-access portion of the session, Jones didn't move around much on his injured left ankle. It remains to be seen how the Patriots list Jones' participation level, but the QB's presence on the field Friday supports the notion there might be some chance he could play through what's been reported as a high-ankle sprain, according to Reiss. Either way, Friday's upcoming injury report will add a layer of context regarding Jones' chances of being available for Sunday's…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 30 at 9:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not spotted at practice

    Jones (ankle) wasn't spotted during the media-access portion of Thursday's practice, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.

    Analysis: Though Jones, who didn't practice Wednesday, reportedly is dealing with a high-ankle sprain, per Mike Reiss of ESPN.com, at this stage the QB isn't counting himself out for Sunday's game against the Packers, Michael Giardi of NFL Network reports. If Jones ends up being ruled out for the contest, however, Brian Hoyer would draw the start at QB for New England versus Green Bay in Week 4.

    Published: Thu, Sep 29 at 9:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Thinks he has a chance to play Sunday

    Jones (ankle), who didn't practice Wednesday, believes that he has a chance to play Sunday against the Packers, Michael Giardi of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: It remains to be seen if Jones will be able to practice in any capacity Thursday, but Giardi indicates that the QB is participating in game planning ahead of Sunday's contest. Per Mike Reiss of ESPN, Jones suffered a high ankle sprain versus the Ravens in Week 3, while coach Bill Belichick has made a point of saying that the Patriots are taking it "day-by-day" with their Week 4 signal-caller plans.

    Published: Thu, Sep 29 at 8:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out practice Wednesday

    Jones (ankle) wasn't spotted at practice Wednesday and will go down as a non-participant on the Patriots' official report, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: With Jones reportedly dealing with a high-ankle sprain, his absence from practice is no surprise. In his absence, Brian Hoyer and Bailey Zappe will take reps under center. Though the team may not confirm Jones' Week 4 status until the release of Friday's injury report, the second-year quarterback doesn't appear likely to suit up this weekend against the Packers. If Jones is in fact ruled out, head coach Bill Belichick already confirmed that Hoyer will draw the start Sunday.

    Published: Wed, Sep 28 at 10:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not expected to practice

    Patriots head coach Bill Belichick said Jones "probably won't practice" Wednesday, but added that the quarterback has "made a lot of progress" since reportedly suffering a left high-ankle sprain in Sunday's loss to the Ravens, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.

    Analysis: At this point, Jones looks unlikely to play this weekend against the Packers, but the Patriots have thus far been unwilling to rule out such a possibility. Per Mike Reiss of ESPN.com, Belichick confirmed Wednesday that if Jones is unavailable versus Green Bay, Brian Hoyer would start at quarterback.

    Published: Wed, Sep 28 at 9:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Surgery, missed games possible

    Jones may require surgery on the high-ankle sprain that he sustained Sunday against the Ravens and likely is slated for a multi-game absence, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: As was believed to be the case in the aftermath of Week 3 action, Jones indeed has been diagnosed with a left high-ankle sprain after undergoing an MRI on Monday. Assuming Jones has to sit out Sunday at Green Bay and beyond, Brian Hoyer is in line to direct the Patriots offense in the meantime, with rookie fourth-round pick Bailey Zappe available to serve as the team's backup quarterback.

    Published: Mon, Sep 26 at 4:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • High-ankle sprain confirmed

    Jones suffered a left high-ankle sprain during Sunday's loss to the Ravens, further tests confirmed Monday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The Patriots haven't yet offered an official recovery timetable for the second-year quarterback, but Jones doesn't seem like a realistic candidate to suit up Week 4 at this point. New England reportedly hopes that Jones won't require surgery, which would help his chances of returning later this season, but for now Brian Hoyer seems set to draw the start this Sunday versus Green Bay. The Patriots also have rookie fourth-round pick Bailey Zappe on hand to act as Hoyer's backup.

    Published: Mon, Sep 26 at 9:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely has high-ankle sprain

    Jones is believed to have suffered a left high-ankle sprain in Sunday's 37-26 loss to the Ravens, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: If Jones' MRI on Monday reveals a high-ankle sprain as expected, the second-year quarterback would likely face a multi-week absence. Brian Hoyer would start in Week 4 against the Packers if Jones is unable to play, while rookie fourth-round pick Bailey Zappe would likely slot in as the backup.

    Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 6:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • To undergo MRI on Monday

    Jones is slated for an MRI on Monday on the ankle that he injured during Sunday's 37-26 loss to the Ravens, Jeff Howe of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: While X-rays returned negative after the game, there's concern that Jones picked up a high-ankle sprain or some sort of tendon or ligament damage, according to Michael Giardi of NFL Network. Jones had a mediocre Week 3 performance, completing 22 of 32 passes for 321 yards and three interceptions to go with five carries for 31 yards and one touchdown. If Jones is forced to miss any time, Brian Hoyer is next in line to take over the Patriots offense.

    Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 3:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with ankle injury

    X-Rays on Jones' ankle following Sunday's 37-26 loss to the Ravens, were negative, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: That said, the QB's ankle will continue to be evaluated, so Jones' status for next Sunday's game against the Packers will be worth monitoring. If he's forced to miss practice reps this coming week, Brian Hoyer would be next in line to handle New England's signal-caller reps.

    Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 2:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with leg injury

    Jones, who completed 22 of 32 passes for 321 yards with no touchdowns and three interceptions in the Patriots' 37-26 loss to the Ravens on Sunday, sustained a leg injury late in the contest, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Jones suffered the injury on his third and final interception of the day, limping off the field after the play was over. The second-year signal-caller generated a season-high yardage figure in the loss, and he's now posted an ugly 2:5 TD:INT through three contests. With his health now in question in the immediate aftermath of Sunday's defeat, Jones' status for a Week 4 road matchup against the Packers figures to be firmly up in the air for at least the early portion of the week.

    Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 1:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Good enough to win

    Jones completed 21 of 35 pass attempts for 252 yards, one touchdown and one interception in Sunday's 17-14 win over the Steelers.

    Analysis: The Patriots were able to sneak out with a narrow win in the road matchup, and Jones could have done worse. It's encouraging that he coaxed big games out of Nelson Agholor (six catches for 110 yards and one touchdown on six targets) and Jakobi Meyers (nine catches for 95 yards on 13 targets), but the Patriots offense still seems short of where it would like to be. Jones will face the Ravens at home in Week 3.

    Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 1:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for Week 2 action

    Jones (back/illness) doesn't carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Steelers after practicing fully Friday, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.

    Analysis: Jones -- who had been dealing with a back issue coming out of Week 1 action -- practiced fully Wednesday, before sitting out Thursday's session due to an illness. Following his full participation Friday, the second-year QB -- who completed 21 of 30 passes for 213 yards, one touchdown and one interception in last Sunday's 20-7 loss to Miami -- now is poised to face a Steelers defense that racked up four picks and seven sacks in a 23-20 overtime win over Joe Burrow and the Bengals in Week 1.

    Published: Fri, Sep 16 at 1:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice

    Jones (illness) was present for practice Friday, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.

    Analysis: After participating fully in Wednesday's practice, Jones -- who had been dealing with a back issue -- sat out Thursday's session, but his return to the field Friday has him trending toward being available Sunday against the Steelers. The Patriots' upcoming injury report will reveal whether the QB heads into the weekend listed as questionable or minus a Week 2 designation.

    Published: Fri, Sep 16 at 9:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice with illness

    Jones (illness), who is not practicing Thursday, is believed to be dealing with an upset stomach, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Though Jones' illness isn't considered COVID-19-related, his status nonetheless is worth monitoring closely in advance of Sunday's contest against the Steelers. A return to the practice field Friday in any capacity would put Jones on track to be available Week 2.

    Published: Thu, Sep 15 at 10:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to miss practice with illness

    Jones isn't expected to practice Thursday due to an illness, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.

    Analysis: After participating fully Wednesday, Jones -- who had been dealing with a back issue -- now is slated to miss practice. As a result, the signal-caller's status will need to be monitored ahead of Sunday's game against the Steelers. In Jones' absence, Brian Hoyer and Bailey Zappe are on hand to handle the Patriots' quarterback reps in practice.

    Published: Thu, Sep 15 at 9:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts in full practice

    Jones (back) practiced fully Wednesday.

    Analysis: Jones experienced back spasms during Sunday's season-opening 20-7 loss to the Dolphins, but he's on track to start this weekend's game against Pittsburgh after he able to participate in practice fully. In Week 1, Jones completed 21 of 30 passes for 213 yards, one touchdown and one interception, and he's now set to face a Steelers defense that racked up four picks and seven sacks in a 23-20 overtime win over Joe Burrow and the Bengals last week.

    Published: Wed, Sep 14 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • At practice Wednesday

    Jones (back) was present for Wednesday's practice, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.

    Analysis: Per Mike Reiss of ESPN.com, Jones experienced back spasms following Sunday's season-opening loss to the Dolphins, but the quarterback's presence at practice Wednesday bodes well for his chances of starting this weekend's game against the Steelers. The Patriots will release their first Week 2 injury report later Wednesday, which will reveal whether Jones is a limited or full participant in practice.

    Published: Wed, Sep 14 at 10:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Back improving

    Jones (back) continues to improve and is doing everything he needs to do in order to play Sunday against Pittsburgh, Michael Giardi of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Jones was plagued by back spasms late in the season-opening loss to Miami, but after X-rays came back negative following the game, he appears to have a good shot at suiting up Week 2. Wednesday's practice report will likely shed more light on the situation, but a final decision on Jones' status may not come until closer to Sunday. If he's unable to play, the Patriots have veteran Brian Hoyer and rookie Bailey Zappe as potential replacements.

    Published: Tue, Sep 13 at 10:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • X-rays negative, could play Week 2

    Jones (back) is believed to be dealing with spasms and received negative X-ray results Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Jones appears to have a shot at suiting up for Sunday's road matchup against the Steelers, but the final word on his status likely will come down to what the second-year quarterback can do in practice. Whatever the case, it's a positive development for New England that Jones has dodged a major injury. The team has veteran Brian Hoyer and rookie Bailey Zappe waiting in the wings if Jones needs to spend any amount of time on the sideline.

    Published: Mon, Sep 12 at 11:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Undergoes X-rays on back

    X-rays that Jones underwent on his back after Sunday's loss to the Dolphins came back negative, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The report notes that the QB will be evaluated further when the Patriots get back to Foxborough, but for now, consider Jones day-to-day ahead of next Sunday's game against the Steelers. If he misses any practice time, veteran Brian Hoyer and rookie Bailey Zappe are next up for the team's signal-caller reps.

    Published: Sun, Sep 11 at 2:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Stops for X-rays after Week 1 loss

    Jones completed 21 of 30 passes for 213 yards, one touchdown and one interception in Sunday's 20-7 loss to Miami. He also rushed twice for no gain and lost a fumble. After the game, Jones stopped by the X-ray room, Mike Reiss of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Jones capped New England's first possession with an interception before having his second-quarter fumble returned for a Miami touchdown. The Patriots took a 17-0 deficit into the locker room, but Jones' six-yard touchdown pass to Ty Montgomery capped a 92-yard touchdown drive in the third quarter to cut Miami's lead to 10. That was all the offense New England could muster, though. Despite glowing offseason reviews from within the Patriots organization, Jones didn't show much progress from his…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 11 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sharp in preseason finale

    Jones completed nine of 13 passes for 71 yards with no touchdowns and one interception in the Patriots' 23-6 preseason loss to the Raiders on Friday night. He also rushed once for 13 yards.

    Analysis: Jones was expected to see minimal playing time, but he ended up on the field for the Patriots' first four drives. The second-year signal-caller and his teammates didn't get much done on the first three possessions -- which likely played a part in Jones coming back out for a fourth -- but he was able to help lead an 11-play, 46-yard march that culminated in a field goal on his final series of the game. Jones will now turn his attention to a big Week 1 AFC East showdown against the Dolphins on…read more

    Published: Fri, Aug 26 at 8:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Minimal snaps expected Friday

    Mike Reiss of ESPN.com notes that the expectation is for Jones and most of the Patriots' top players to see minimal action in Friday's preseason finale against the Raiders.

    Analysis: Per Reiss, Jones and company got in some good work during a pair of joint practices with the Raiders this week, so it seems likely that key starters who suit up Friday will log limited snaps. In that context, rookie QB Bailey Zappe is a candidate to see extended action in New England's exhibition finale.

    Published: Fri, Aug 26 at 9:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads scoring drive Friday

    Jones completed four of eight passes for 61 yards and gained seven yards on his only carry in Friday's preseason game against the Panthers.

    Analysis: The second-year quarterback handled the first three possessions for the Patriots before calling it a night, and while Jones didn't post noteworthy numbers, he did lead the offense on an 81-yard drive that culminated in a Ty Montgomery TD plunge. Per Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald, coach Bill Belichick indicated after the game all his healthy starters would be available for New England's preseason finale next week against the Raiders, so Jones will likely see a little more action to…read more

    Published: Fri, Aug 19 at 8:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely playing Friday

    Jones told reporters he expects to play in Friday's preseason game against Carolina, Mark Daniels of The Providence Journal reports.

    Analysis: This presumably means the Patriots are playing most of their starters, though perhaps not the entire lineup. They return every starter on offense from last year besides G Shaq Mason, who was traded to Tampa and promptly replaced back in New England by first-round pick Cole Strange. Apart from that, the big offseason changes were a trade for WR DeVante Parker and the loss of former offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels, with the Patriots now leaning on some combination of Matt Patricia, Joe Judge…read more

    Published: Fri, Aug 19 at 6:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not expected to play Thursday

    Jones isn't expected to play in Thursday's preseason opener against the Giants, Mike Reiss and Dan Graziano of ESPN.com report.

    Analysis: The report suggests that most of New England's starters aren't expected to take the field Thursday, and if that's the case, look for Jones to get some action in versus Carolina on Friday, Aug. 19. For their preseason opener, the Patriots are expected to focus on evaluating rookies and backups vying for roster spots, which likely sets the stage for rookie fourth-round pick Bailey Zappe to see plenty of action behind veteran quarterback Brian Hoyer.

    Published: Thu, Aug 11 at 8:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could sit Thursday

    Jones is unlikely to play in Thursday's preseason opener against the Giants, based on how the quarterback was used in Tuesday's practice, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The Patriots have yet to formally announce their plans for Thursday's game, but Reiss suggests that if Jones is held out of the contest, rookie Bailey Zappe will likely see plenty of work at quarterback behind Brian Hoyer.

    Published: Wed, Aug 10 at 9:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Draws praise from his head coach

    Coach Bill Belichick noted Tuesday that he has observed "dramatic improvement" from Jones, who is approaching his second campaign as a pro, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports. "He did a great job last year, but he's starting from a much, much higher point this year from where he started last year," Belichick noted of the 2021 first-rounder.

    Analysis: After overtaking veteran signal-caller Cam Newton ahead of Week 1 last year, Jones completed 352 of his 521 passing attempts for 3,801 yards, with 22 TDs and 13 interceptions. In addition to having a full season as an NFL starter under his belt, Jones has, according to Belichick, made strides in terms of his "physical work and conditioning, mechanics, footwork, understanding of our offense [and] opponent defenses." While Jones figures to helm a New England attack fueled by the RB duo of Damien…read more

    Published: Thu, Jul 28 at 9:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Impresses with leadership

    As Jones approaches his second NFL season, the quarterback's increased leadership has caught the eye of his teammates, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: "It's just at another level now," receiver Kendrick Bourne noted of the leadership Jones has displayed this offseason. "He's more comfortable, more confident. He knows what's going on, and the muscle memory is there [from having gone through it] -- OTAs, then camp, and the season. He's just more locked in, more secure in his position." Jones, who Reiss indicates is a candidate to become a team captain in advance of Week 1, is also noticeably thinner these days due to a changed diet, Karen…read more

    Published: Sun, Jun 5 at 7:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Overmatched in playoff loss

    Jones completed 24 of 38 passes for 232 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions in Saturday's 47-17 loss to Buffalo.

    Analysis: Though New England was overmatched in nearly all aspects of its wild-card matchup, Jones was unable to get the offense moving while the game remained within reach. His play during the first offensive possession was an exception, as he found Hunter Henry for a 30-yard completion and also scrambled for a 16-yard gain. However, he was picked off by Micah Hyde in the end zone to end the rally. After that, positive plays were few and far between, as Jones ended the first half with only 10…read more

    Published: Sat, Jan 15 at 8:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Solid in Sunday's loss

    Jones completed 20 of 30 passes for 261 yards and a touchdown with an interception in Sunday's 33-24 loss to the Dolphins.

    Analysis: The rookie had a shaky start to the game, tossing a pick-six to Xavien Howard midway through the first quarter, but Jones shook it off and rallied his team from an early 14-point deficit to get the Patriots within a field goal late in the fourth before the Dolphins scored on a fumble return on New England's final possession. Jones wraps up an impressive rookie campaign with a 67.6 percent completion rate, 22:13 TD:INT and 3,801 passing yards, and he'll lead the Pats into the wild-card round as…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 9 at 10:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Major bounce-back effort in rout

    Jones completed 22 of 30 passes for 227 yards with three touchdowns and no interceptions in the Patriots' 50-10 win over the Jaguars on Sunday. He also rushed twice for 12 yards.

    Analysis: Jones took advantage of a highly favorable matchup to exorcise some recent demons, posting his first interception-free effort in the last three games. The rookie had completed under 60.0 percent of his throws in each of the last two contests as well, but he was accurate early and often Sunday on the way to helping lead three first-half scoring drives. Jones spread the wealth on his touchdown throws, getting little-used Kristian Wilkerson into the end zone from six and 20 yards out and also…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 2 at 2:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles continue in loss to Bills

    Jones completed 14 of 32 passes for 145 yards and two interceptions in Sunday's 33-21 loss to the Bills. He added 33 yards on six rushing attempts.

    Analysis: Jones eclipsed the 19 passing yards he mustered against the Bills earlier this month, but the rookie wasn't much better in this one. He finished the first half just 5-for-13 with 47 yards and an interception, as the Patriots trailed 17-7 heading into the locker room. Damien Harris kept the team in it with three rushing touchdowns, but Jones continued to struggle through the air in the second half, fittingly snuffing out New England's slim comeback hopes with another interception on his final…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 26 at 2:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Erratic in Saturday's loss

    Jones completed 26 of 45 passes for 299 yards and two touchdowns with two interceptions in Saturday's 27-17 loss to the Colts. He also gained 12 yards on his lone rush.

    Analysis: The Patriots found themselves in a 17-0 hole at halftime, forcing Jones to air it out a lot more than usual. As a result, the rookie attempted at least 40 passes for only the third time this season and came within a yard of his third career 300-yard game. He also made some rookie mistakes however, including his first career red-zone INT. Jones has now eclipsed 3,000 passing yards on the year, and he'll take a solid 18:10 TD:INT into a Week 16 rematch with the Bills that could well wind up…read more

    Published: Sat, Dec 18 at 8:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Full practice Tuesday

    Updating a previous report, Jones (thumb) was a full practice participant Tuesday, per Ryan Hannable of WEEI.com.

    Analysis: Initially, Jones wasn't listed on the Pats' first Week 15 injury report, only to be added later as limited due to a left thumb issue, but his activity level since has been adjusted. With his health not in question, Jones will continue to prepare for Saturday's contest at Indianapolis.

    Published: Tue, Dec 14 at 2:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tending to thumb injury

    Jones was limited at Tuesday's practice due to an injury to his left thumb, Ryan Hannable of WEEI.com reports.

    Analysis: Jones was a late addition to the Patriots' initial practice report of Week 15 prep. Considering he fit in some activity and the issue is to his non-throwing hand, he likely isn't in danger of sitting out Saturday at Indianapolis. Still, Jones' status will be one to watch to ensure that he's available this weekend.

    Published: Tue, Dec 14 at 2:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Throws just three passes in win

    Jones completed two of three passes for 19 yards in Monday night's 14-10 win over the Bills.

    Analysis: Jones entered Monday coming off a career-high 310 passing yards last week, but extremely windy conditions in Buffalo resulted in New England running the ball almost every play. In fact, Jones began the fourth quarter with just one attempt, then threw passes on back-to-back plays on the Pats' second-last drive. Despite being on handoff duty basically all night, Jones did enough to help clinch a seventh straight victory, sending him into the bye week on a positive note. He'll surely assume a more…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 6 at 8:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Career-high yardage total in win

    Jones completed 23 of 32 passes for 310 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 36-13 win over the Titans. He also rushed twice for 11 yards.

    Analysis: Jones set a new career high in passing yards, topping his Week 7 total by three. The rookie quarterback capped New England's first drive with a four-yard touchdown pass to Kendrick Bourne, then added a 41-yard touchdown to Bourne in the third, improving his TD:INT to 16:8. Between Jones' strong play and a dominant defense, the Patriots have quietly emerged as contenders in the AFC, as they'll bring an 8-4 record into a pivotal Week 13 trip to Buffalo.

    Published: Sun, Nov 28 at 1:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Efficient, accurate in win

    Jones completed 22 of 26 passes for 207 yards with one touchdown and one interception in the Patriots' 25-0 win over the Falcons on Thursday night. He also netted one yard on six rushes.

    Analysis: The rookie was near perfect in the convincing win, and he impressively connected with nine different pass catchers along the way. Jones ignited the Patriots offense in the first half by capping off a seven-play, 76-yard drive with a 19-yard touchdown throw to Nelson Agholor early in the second quarter, extending his touchdown streak to three games in the process. Jones' command of the offense this early in his career continues to pay off for fantasy managers in all formats, and his next chance…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 18 at 8:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Highly effective in victory

    Jones completed 19 of 23 pass attempts for 198 yards and three touchdowns against Cleveland on Sunday.

    Analysis: This game turned into a laugher in a hurry, but Jones played impressively for the portion of the contest that was competitive, and Jones' own play was part of the reason why the Patriots generated such a big lead in the first place. He showed more willingness to attack the defense downfield -- something that was lacking in his earlier starts -- and if Jones can maintain that level of aggressiveness, then the whole Patriots offense could graduate to the next tier as a group. It might be tough…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 14 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Low usage in victory

    Jones completed 12 of 18 pass attempts for 139 yards, a touchdown, an interception and a fumble lost in Sunday's 24-6 win over Carolina.

    Analysis: The 18 pass attempts marked the lowest total for Jones this season, as the Patriots' defense (one TD) and rushing attack (39 attempts for 151 yards and a TD) did the heavy lifting against the Panthers. The poised rookie is averaging 237.2 passing yards per game with a 10:7 TD:INT ratio through nine contests. The Patriots lost Rhamondre Stevenson (head) and Damien Harris (head) to injury Sunday, so Jones may be relied upon more heavily against a tough Browns defense should both backs miss next…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 7 at 1:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet in win over Bolts

    Jones completed 18 of 35 passes for 218 yards in Sunday's 27-24 win over the Chargers. He also gained 10 yards on four carries.

    Analysis: The rookie wasn't particularly efficient, but Jones avoided making any mistakes and let the Patriots' defense take control of the game in the second half. It was a big step back from his performance last week against the Jets, and Jones will face a tough matchup in Week 9 against a Panthers defense that just held Matt Ryan under 150 yards.

    Published: Sun, Oct 31 at 5:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • First 300-yard game in win

    Jones completed 24 of 36 passes for 307 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 54-13 win over the Jets. He added 19 yards on three rushing attempts.

    Analysis: Jones once again worked as a caretaker while the running game and defense led the way, but he still topped 300 yards for the first time in his career in this blowout win. Brandon Bolden did most of the work on Jones' first touchdown pass, taking a screen pass to the house from 15 yards out, and Hunter Henry was wide open for a one-yard score to give the Patriots a 31-7 halftime lead. The rookie quarterback will bring a respectable 9:6 TD:INT into New England's Week 8 road tilt against the…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 24 at 3:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sharp in OT loss

    Jones completed 15 of 21 passes for 229 yards and two touchdowns with one interception in Sunday's 35-29 overtime loss to the Cowboys. He also threw a two-point conversion to Jakobi Meyers.

    Analysis: The rookie once again rarely misfired, and his one interception came on a throw that tipped off Kendrick Bourne's hands straight to Trevon Diggs for a pick-six late in the fourth quarter of the wild back-and-forth affair. Jones didn't flinch, however, and on the Patriots' very next possession, he tossed a 75-yard TD to Bourne. Jones will head into a Week 7 clash with the Jets sporting a stunning 71.1 percent completion rate, albeit with a less impressive 7.0 YPA and 7:6 TD:INT.

    Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 7:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Works efficiently in win

    Jones completed 23 of 30 passes for 231 yards, one touchdown and one interception in Sunday's 25-22 win over the Texans.

    Analysis: Jones didn't have a massive game from a stats perspective, but he methodically led the Patriots' offense to a victory. He spread targets around, as seven different receivers recorded multiple receptions. His longest completion went for 24 yards to Jakobi Meyers, and he delivered a 13-yard touchdown to Hunter Henry. Despite impressing five games into his rookie season, Jones' success on the field hasn't led to much fantasy value as he has only five total touchdowns and has yet to top 300 passing…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 3:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Strong performance Sunday night

    Jones completed 31 of 40 pass attempts for 275 yards, two touchdowns and an interception in Sunday's 19-17 loss to the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Jones attempted his best Tom Brady impression against the legend himself, actually finishing with a superior performance from a statistical perspective. The rookie did throw another interception following his three-pick outing last week, but he also contributed the first multi-score performance of his young career. Jones' fantasy ceiling remains capped by his playstyle of quick releases and accurate, short passes, but he has also looked like the most NFL-ready quarterback out of all the rookie…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 9:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Three interceptions in loss

    Jones completed 30 of 51 pass attempts for 270 yards, a touchdown and three interceptions in Sunday's 28-13 loss to the Saints. He added 28 yards on six carries.

    Analysis: Jones finally suffered the poor turnover fate that many of his fellow 2021 draft class quarterbacks have gone through early this season. The rookie's pick-six on the Patriots' first drive of the second half put the Saints up 21-3, pretty much putting the game out of reach and forcing the team to become one-dimensional. Even with the three interceptions, Jones is arguably having the best start out of all of the first-round quarterbacks taken in the draft. He will likely face his toughest test to…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 2:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Mistake-free in first win

    Jones completed 22 of 30 passes for 186 yards in Sunday's 25-6 win over the Jets.

    Analysis: Jones was accurate in the first half, completing 17 of 21 passes for 142 yards to guide his team to a 13-3 lead at the break. He wasn't asked to do much after halftime, as the running game and defense led the way to seal the Jones' first NFL win. Jones has proven to be a capable game manager in his first two contests, but the Patriots prefer to control the clock with runs and short passes as opposed to pushing the ball downfield. The rookie first-round pick has one touchdown and no…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 19 at 2:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Looks comfortable in starting role

    Jones completed 29 of his 39 pass attempts for 281 yards and one touchdown in Sunday's Week 1 loss to Miami.

    Analysis: Jones appeared comfortable in his first regular-season start as a professional and completed at least one pass to eight different players. He showed a particular connection with Nelson Agholor, as the pair produced gains of 25 and 21 yards as well as a seven-yard touchdown. Though Jones couldn't earn a victory, he led the Patriots to the red zone for a potential game-winning score late in the fourth quarter before Damien Harris lost a fumble to effectively end the contest. Jones will look to…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 12 at 8:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Wins starting job

    Jones will begin the season as the Patriots' starting quarterback after Cam Newton was released Tuesday, Jeff Howe of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Jones apparently showed enough to not only win the starting job but also push Newton off the roster. With Jarrett Stidham (back) on the PUP list and likely out for at least the first half of the season, 35-year-old Brian Hoyer is the only remaining quarterback on the Patriots' active roster behind the rookie out of Alabama. As such, Jones should have a long leash to work through any struggles, especially after splitting first-team reps all summer. He'll start things off with a home game against…read more

    Published: Tue, Aug 31 at 7:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Starter not yet named

    Coach Bill Belichick noted Sunday that he isn't quite ready to name his Week 1 starting QB between Cam Newton and Jones, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: To that point, Belichick noted after Sunday's preseason finale that the Patriots "still have a lot of decisions to make." That said, given that Newton started Sunday and played two series, all with New England's starters, before Jones took over and saw action deep into the third quarter, all with the backups, it would appear as though the team may be leaning toward rolling with the more experienced Newton early on this season. In that scenario, Jones would begin his pro career in a backup…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 30 at 8:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finishes stellar preseason

    Jones completed 10 of 14 passes for 156 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 22-20 preseason win over the Giants.

    Analysis: Jones entered the game after Cam Newton led the Patriots to a field goal on their first drive and was intercepted on their second. From there, the rookie first-rounder again proceeded to impress, leading New England to 16 points, including a 17-yard touchdown pass of his own, prior to exiting to start the fourth quarter. With a superb exhibition audition process now complete, it'll be interesting to see whether coach Bill Belichick will name Jones or Newton his starting quarterback ahead of…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 29 at 6:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not as sharp Thursday

    Jones took a step back Thursday after his impressive practice Wednesday, working behind Cam Newton in Newton's return to practice, Ryan Hannable of WEEI.com reports.

    Analysis: Newton took the first snap in every period, but Jones ended up getting more reps in full-team drills. It sounds like both were mediocre, following Wednesday reports about Jones having a dominant practice. Newton still is the favorite for the Week 1 start, but he didn't do himself any favors with the three-day absence due to a misunderstanding of COVID-19 protocols. The Patriots likely will give both QBs playing time in Sunday's preseason game against the Giants.

    Published: Thu, Aug 26 at 9:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Impresses at practice Wednesday

    Jones submitted his practice showing of training camp during Wednesday's joint session with the Giants, Jeff Howe of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Per Howe's count, Jones completed 35 of 40 passes against the Giants' starting defense, including a stretch of 18 consecutive completions. With Cam Newton in the NFL's COVID-19 protocols and logging his third absence in a row Wednesday, Jones certainly took advantage of the added practice reps, while simultaneously making a case to be considered as the team's Week 1 starter. Head coach Bill Belichick has maintained that Newton -- who could return to the field as soon as Thursday -- is currently…read more

    Published: Wed, Aug 25 at 1:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to log first-team reps

    Jones is in line to see first-team QB reps at practice through Wednesday, with Cam Newton slated to remain away from the team until Thursday due to what's been described by the Patriots as a "misunderstanding" on COVID-19 tests "conducted away from NFL facilities," Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: While Newton will continue to participate virtually in team activities, Jones is in a position to work with New England's starters for the next few days. Reiss relays that coach Bill Belichick reiterated earlier Monday that Newton currently is viewed as the team's starting QB, with the usual caveat that any player's depth chart standing could change if someone performs better than the current starter or if that player isn't available for any reason.

    Published: Mon, Aug 23 at 8:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Impresses again Thursday

    Jones completed 13 of 19 passes for 146 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions in the Patriots' 35-0 preseason win over the Eagles on Thursday night. He also rushed once for three yards.

    Analysis: The rookie may not have thrown for any scores, but he helped helm an outstanding 17-play, 91-yard march on his first possession upon entering in the second quarter behind Cam Newton. The ground attack did play an outsized role in that drive, but Jones was also in on second-half 75- and 70-yard scoring drives that culminated in rushing touchdowns. Newton was also sharp during his stint, so the competition between the two signal-callers presumably will persist in the next week of practices…read more

    Published: Thu, Aug 19 at 7:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Mixes in with first-team offense

    Jones saw some work with the first-team offense Tuesday and completed 13 of his 14 pass attempts after dominating the backups during Monday's practice, Jeff Howe of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Jones continues to make his mark on the preseason after posting a solid debut in game action last Thursday, completing 13 of his 19 pass attempts for 87 yards against Washington. He's viewed as the long-term solution for New England under center and is trying to push to make that impact felt sooner than later. Unfortunately for him, Cam Newton also had what was reportedly his best practice in a week Tuesday, so Jones' showing didn't really help him make up a ton of ground.

    Published: Tue, Aug 17 at 1:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Extensive action in preseason debut

    Jones completed 13 of 19 passes for 87 yards and rushed twice for no gain in Thursday's 22-13 preseason win over Washington. He had no touchdowns or turnovers.

    Analysis: After watching Cam Newton lead the offense to a field goal on his second drive, Jones came in and got the same result on the team's third possession, though the rookie would have had a touchdown if Kristian Wilkerson had been able to haul in a well-placed deep ball in the end zone. Jones moved the offense well throughout his time in the game, but on a Patriots team without much talent on the outside, Newton's mobility and leadership give him the inside track on the starting quarterback job.…read more

    Published: Thu, Aug 12 at 8:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to see action Thursday

    Both Cam Newton and Jones are expected to play in Thursday night's preseason opener against Washington, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: It's uncertain how much work each of the team's top two QBs will see in the contest, but Reiss notes that given that coach Bill Belichick previously has indicated that Newton is the team's starting quarterback for now, it seems likely he'll take initial snaps Thursday. In any case, this remains a job competition worth monitoring, with Jones still having some time to gain ground or even supplant Newton in advance of Week 1.

    Published: Thu, Aug 12 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Bounces back at practice

    After struggling some at practice this past Tuesday, Jones bounced back in the Patriots' subsequent two sessions, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: In the process, Jones' workload increased, while Reiss observed that during the team's two recent full-pads practices that "it sometimes looks like the team is running separate attacks. The threat of (Cam) Newton as a ballcarrier with the read-option is prevalent -- and effective at times -- while Jones often looks like he's running the more traditional Patriots passing offense." Thus far, coach Bill Belichick has maintained that he views Newton as New England's current starter, though this is…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 8 at 8:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Follows Newton in team drills

    Early on in training camp, Jones has followed Cam Newton in team drills, Jeff Howe of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: For now, Newton sits atop the Patriots' QB depth chart, a notion reinforced by the fact that he's leading off in practice, but Jones will have an opportunity to compete with the veteran signal-caller as training camp progresses. Through New England's first two practices at least, Howe notes that "strictly by performance, the QB battle has been a draw."

    Published: Thu, Jul 29 at 12:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Signs rookie deal

    Jones has signed a four-year, $15.6 million contract with the Patriots, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Jones' deal also includes a fifth-year option. The Alabama product was taken by New England 15th overall in the 2021 NFL Draft and is slated to compete with returnee Cam Newton for the team's Week 1 starting QB assignment. For now at least, Newton sits atop the Patriots' depth chart after being the first signal caller to log snaps throughout spring drills, per ESPN's Mike Reiss. While Newton holds an edge in terms of experience and mobility, Reiss notes that when Jones "had it going" during…read more

    Published: Tue, Jul 6 at 2:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Poised to challenge Newton

    Michael Giardi of NFL Network suggests that "a legit competition is on tap" this summer between Jones and incumbent starting QB Cam Newton.

    Analysis: Citing Newton's uneven 2020 campaign, as well Jones having held his own over the course of the Patriots' OTAs and mandatory minicamp, Giardi believes that the No. 15 overall pick in this year's draft has a chance to push his veteran counterpart in the coming months. That said, the rookie is slated to head into training camp behind Newton on the depth chart and still has some ground to make up if he's to vault into an immediate starting role. For his part, Mike Reiss of ESPN.comsuggests that the…read more

    Published: Mon, Jun 28 at 2:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Follows Newton at practice

    Over the last two days of the Patriots' mandatory minicamp, Jones has been following 2020 starter Cam Newton in the team's QB rotation, ESPN's Mike Reiss reports.

    Analysis: Also in the team's signal-caller mix are third-year player Jarrett Stidham, as well as veteran Brian Hoyer, but at this stage Newton remains atop the depth chart while Jones -- the No. 15 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft --gets acclimated to the Patriots' offensive system. Down the road, Jones figures to push Newton for the top job, but how quickly he'll be ready to supplant the incumbent remains to be seen.

    Published: Tue, Jun 15 at 1:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limps through practice

    Jones sported a compression sleeve on his lower right leg during Friday's OTA and was limping between periods, Jeff Howe of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Jones was still able to complete the practice session and split reps with Jarrett Stidham under center during the second half of the session after Cam Newton left with a finger injury. The rookie doesn't seem to be dealing with a major issue at the moment, but he isn't operating at 100 percent either.

    Published: Fri, Jun 4 at 10:08am by Rotowire.com
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