Ernest Jones IV Injury News & Updates
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Six stops in return
Jones recorded six tackles (five solo) in Sunday's 21-19 loss to the Rams.
ANALYSIS
Jones returned from a one-game absence and immediately played 100 percent of defensive snaps. He had a relatively modest tackle total by his lofty standards, but he should bounce in Week 12 against the Titans.
Nov 14, 2025
Good to go
Jones (knee) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Rams, Curtis Crabtree of Fox 13 Seattle reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones missed last Sunday's win over the Cardinals due to a knee injury he suffered against the Commanders in Week 9. The starting inside linebacker being clear of injury designation indicates his recovery has gone smoothly and he is ready to get back on the field for Sunday's divisional showdown with the Rams. In eight contests this season Jones has accumulated 65 tackles (31 solo), five passes defensed, and three interceptions.
Nov 13, 2025
Limited again
Jones (knee) was a limited participant in practice Thursday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The inside linebacker was estimated as a limited participant in Wednesday's walkthrough. Jones missed last Sunday's win over the Cardinals after suffering the injury the week before. His participation is a good sign, but his status is still worth monitoring as Sunday's showdown with the Rams approaches.
Nov 12, 2025
Limited in walkthrough Wednesday
Jones (knee) was deemed a limited participant in Wednesday's practice walkthrough, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones suffered a knee injury Week 9 versus Washington and didn't play in this past Sunday's win over the Cardinals. He ended last week as a DNP at practice, so his estimation as a limited participant Wednesday is at least a step in the right direction. For Jones to have a chance to play this Sunday versus the Rams, however, he'll almost certainly need to participate in an actual practice by the weekend.
Nov 9, 2025
Inactive in Week 10, as expected
Jones (knee) is inactive for Sunday's matchup against the Cardinals.
ANALYSIS
Jones hurt his knee last Sunday against Washington and finished this week of prep as a non-participant in practice. He entered the weekend deemed doubtful to play Sunday, so it's not a surprise that he's inactive on gameday. Tyrice Knight figures to get a start at linebacker in Jones' stead.
Nov 7, 2025
Doubtful for Sunday
Jones (knee) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.
ANALYSIS
The middle linebacker left the Seahawks' Week 9 victory over the commanders with a knee injury and was a limited participant in Thursday's practice before failing to be able to practice Friday. With the 25-year-old being unable to participate Friday, Tyrice Knight will likely get the start Sunday at inside linebacker opposite Drake Thomas.
Nov 6, 2025
Limited again
Jones (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The middle linebacker was estimated as a limited participant in Wednesday's walkthrough after leaving Seattle's Week 9 victory over the Commanders. Jones was wearing a brace on his right knee during Thursday's session, per Brady Henderson of ESPN.com. The fifth-year pro played on nearly every defensive snap for Seattle before last Sunday, and he has 65 tackles (31 solo) and five pass breakups, including three interceptions, on the year.
Nov 5, 2025
Turns in limited practice
Jones (knee) as a limited practice participant Wednesday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones suffered a knee injury partway through Sunday Night Football. The issue appeared to be potentially serious, but his ability to participate in practice to start the week is a positive sign for his availability in Week 10 against the Cardinals.
Nov 2, 2025
Done for night
Jones (knee) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday night's contest against the Commanders.
ANALYSIS
Jones is dealing with an apparent knee injury, which he likely suffered in the first half, and he'll now be forced to take a seat until the conclusion of Sunday Night Football. In his absence, Tyrice Knight and Chazz Surratt are candidates to step into larger roles at interior linebacker versus Washington.
Oct 21, 2025
Season-high 11 tackles Week 7
Jones tallied 11 tackles (four solo) and an interception during the Seahawks' 27-19 win over the Texans on Monday.
ANALYSIS
Jones made his impact felt on the Seahawks' second defensive play of the second half, when he picked off C.J. Stroud on a deep pass intended for Nico Collins, which led to a 26-yard field goal from Jason Myers eight plays later. Jones also had a 12-yard solo sack on Stroud early in the second quarter that was negated by a penalty. Jones played every single defensive snap for the sixth time this season and led both teams in tackles Monday. He's up 59 stops through seven regular-season games, which is tied for 11th most in the NFL.
Oct 13, 2025
Solid performance in Week 6
Jones recorded eight total tackles (four solo) and one pass defended in Sunday's 20-12 win over the Jaguars.
ANALYSIS
Jones dealt with a shoulder injury heading into the Week 6 contest but still performed well, finishing third on the team with eight total stops. The 25-year-old is having a great start to his first full season as a Seahawk, recording 48 total tackles, including 0.5 sacks, and four passes defended, with two interceptions, over the team's first six games. He's been all over the field for a great Seattle defense and projects to be a viable IDP option in the Week 7 matchup against the Texans.
Oct 10, 2025
Ready for Week 6
Jones does not have an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones began the week nursing a shoulder injury but has progressively increased his practice involvement. After a full session Friday, he should be ready to handle a significant workload in the middle of the Seattle defense.
Oct 9, 2025
Limited practice Thursday
Jones (shoulder) was a limited participant at practice Thursday, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones was unable to practice Wednesday due to a shoulder injury, so his return to practice Thursday is a step in the right direction. The linebacker will have one more chance to log a full session before Sunday's contest against the Jaguars.
Oct 8, 2025
Dealing with shoulder injury
Jones (shoulder) did not practice Wednesday, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones played 100 percent of defensive snaps and logged seven tackles in Week 5 against Tampa Bay, so it's unclear when he suffered the injury. The issue shouldn't be overly concerning at this point in the week, though Jones' practice status will be worth monitoring ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Jaguars.
Oct 6, 2025
Seven stops in Week 5 loss
Jones logged seven tackles (four solo) during the Seahawks' 38-35 loss to the Buccaneers on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Jones has played every single defensive snap through the first five games of the regular season, and he finished Sunday's contest tied with Ty Okada for second most tackles on the Seahawks behind Coby Bryant (eight). Jones has tallied at least seven tackles in every game this season and is up to 40 tackles (22 solo), including 0.5 sacks, and three pass defenses (two interceptions).
Sep 25, 2025
Eight tackles in win
Jones recorded eight total tackles (four solo), including 0.5 sacks, while also adding a pass defensed in Thursday's 23-20 win over the Cardinals.
ANALYSIS
Jones finished second on the team in takedowns, while also combining with Leonard Williams to get to quarterback Kyler Murray in the third quarter. The linebacker has now registered 33 total tackles (18 solo), including 0.5 sacks, while also producing two passes defensed, one of which was an interception, over four games this season.
Sep 22, 2025
Seven tackles in easy win
Jones recorded seven tackles (three solo) in the Seahawks' 44-13 win over the Saints on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Jones played 92 percent of the defensive snaps against New Orleans and now has 25 tackles (14 solo), including a pair of tackles for loss, and two pass breakups, including one interception on 205 defensive snaps through three games this season.
Sep 18, 2025
Practices in full Thursday
Jones (shoulder) was a full participant in practice Thursday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The inside linebacker was a limited participant a day earlier. Jones is still dealing with a shoulder issue that he likely picked up in Week 1 against the 49ers, but he played through the injury last week and appears on track to do so again. The former Ram and Titan has yet to miss a defensive snap this season, recording 18 tackles (11 solo) and two pass breakups, including an interception.
Sep 17, 2025
Still dealing with shoulder issue
Jones (shoulder) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones played through the shoulder injury in Week 2 at Pittsburgh and ended up leading Seattle in tackles, so it's likely the team is just exercising some extra caution. He could probably avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend if he can manage a full practice Thursday or Friday.
Sep 15, 2025
Tallies 10 tackles in Week 2
Jones recorded 10 tackles (eight solo) in a 31-17 win against Pittsburgh on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Jones paced Seattle in stops while recording his first double-digit tackle total of the season. The veteran linebacker has six such performances during the regular season last year. Jones dealt with a shoulder injury early in the week but appeared fine Sunday, logging all 62 of the Seahawks' defensive snaps.
Sep 11, 2025
Practices in full Thursday
Jones (shoulder) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones was limited in Wednesday's practice due to a shoulder issue, but he was a full go in Thursday's session and is on track to play against the Steelers on Sunday. Jones made his impact felt during the Seahawks' Week 1 loss against the 49ers, when he logged eight tackles (three solo) and two pass defenses, including an interception.
Sep 10, 2025
Working through shoulder issue
Jones was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice due to a shoulder injury, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones likely picked up the injury during the Seahawks' Week 1 loss to the 49ers this past Sunday, when he logged eight tackles (three solo) and two pass defenses (one interception). The 2021 third-rounder will have two more chances this week to log a full practice and avoid an injury tag heading into Sunday's clash against Pittsburgh.
Sep 8, 2025
Makes impact vs. 49ers
Jones tallied eight total tackles (three solo) and two passes defended, including one interception, during Sunday's 17-13 loss to the 49ers.
ANALYSIS
Jones tied Devon Witherspoon and Coby Bryant for the second-most total tackles on Seattle's defense while also picking off Brock Purdy early into the third quarter of Sunday's loss. Since being traded from the Rams to the Seahawks midway through last season, the South Carolina product has been one of the best inside linebackers in football, recording 102 total tackles and four passes defended, including two interceptions, and one forced fumble through 11 games. He's expected to remain one of the Seahawks' top defensive playmakers in a Week 2 matchup against the Steelers.
Aug 1, 2025
Back in action
Jones (knee/personal) returned to practice Friday, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones got past his knee injury before training camp, but an undisclosed personal issue kept him away from the team. The 25-year-old linebacker returned to his starting role at inside linebacker where he posted 94 sacks (48 solo), two pass breakups and an interception over 10 games with the Seahawks last season. Jones should be a premier IDP option again in 2025.
Jun 5, 2025
Progressing well in recovery
Jones' recovery from offseason knee surgery is "going as planned," Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.
ANALYSIS
The inside linebacker, who signed a three-year, $33-million extension with the Seahawks in March, is participating in individual drills but not yet team drills during OTAs, per Condotta. Jones made 94 tackles in 10 games with Seattle last year after being traded by Tennessee. He has made over 100 tackles in three straight regular seasons.
Mar 9, 2025
Inks extension with Seahawks
Jones (knee) agreed to terms on a three-year, $33 million extension with Seattle on Sunday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones will stay with the Seahawks after he was acquired via trade from Tennessee in October. The 25-year-old tallied 94 tackles (48 solo), including 0.5 sacks, and one interception over 10 games in Seattle last season, and he's totaled 114, 145 and 138 tackles over the last three seasons with the Rams, Titans and Seahawks. Jones underwent surgery shortly after the 2024 campaign to address a knee issue that he had dealt with for over a year. It's unclear when he'll fully recover from this procedure, but the team's decision to re-sign him to a long-term extension certainly provides optimism that he'll be healthy for the 2025 regular season.
Mar 5, 2025
Recovering from knee surgery
Jones underwent knee surgery shortly after the conclusion of the regular season, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.
ANALYSIS
The procedure was to clean up a lingering knee injury that Jones played through for the final few weeks of the regular season, and he is expected to return to football activities as soon as June. Jones is a pending free agent, and while free agency starts Monday, teams won't be able to bring players in for physicals until March 12, so a deal with another team would be delayed due to his surgery. Jones played in 16 regular-season games between the Titans (six) and Seahawks (10) in 2024 and finished with 138 tackles (77 solo) and two pass breakups.
Jan 10, 2025
Hits 100 tackles again
Jones recorded 138 tackles (77 solo) and two pass breakups across 16 games between the Seahawks and Titans in 2024.
ANALYSIS
Jones recorded 44 tackles through six games with the Titans before being traded to Seattle, where he registered 94 stops to total 138 tackles, 13th in the league. The 2021 third-round pick will be an unrestricted free agent this offseason, and with the Seahawks having limited depth at the position, he's a good candidate to re-sign with the team.
Jan 2, 2025
Logs full practice Thursday
Jones (knee) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones was limited in Wednesday's practice due to a knee injury, but it doesn't appear to be a lingering issue as he was able to participate in Thursday's session without restrictions. The 2021 third-round pick has logged 129 tackles (74 solo), four pass defenses (including an interception) and one forced fumble across 15 games with the Titans and Seahawks this season.
Jan 1, 2025
Limited in Wednesday's practice
Jones (knee) was listed as a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones logged six tackles (two solo) and played all 58 snaps during the Seahawks' Week 17 win over the Bears. It appears he picked up a knee injury in the process, and his practice participation over the next two days will provide clarity on his chances of playing against the Rams on Sunday. In eight regular-season games with the Seahawks, Jones has recorded 85 tackles (45 solo), two pass defenses (including an interception) and one forced fumble.
Dec 27, 2024
Underwhelming performance in win
Jones recorded six tackles (two solo) in Thursday's 6-3 win over the Bears.
ANALYSIS
Jones has produced just 11 tackles (four solo) over the last two games, a disappointing figure considering he averaged 10.6 tackles per game through his first seven games with the Seahawks. He'll look to get back on track in the regular-season finale against the Rams, who selected him in the third round of the 2021 NFL Draft.
Dec 20, 2024
Ready to rock
Jones (knee) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Vikings, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones appeared to be in jeopardy of missing the Seahawks' Week 16 contest after opening the week of practice with consecutive limited sessions due to a knee injury. However, he's without an injury designation for Sunday, suggesting he's already moved past the issue. Expect the first-year Seahawk to serve as one of the team's top tacklers in Week 16.
Dec 18, 2024
Limited in practice Wednesday
Jones (knee) was listed as a limited practice participant on Wednesday's injury report, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones logged 11 tackles (five solo) and one forced fumble during the Seahawks' 30-13 loss to the Packers this past Sunday. Jones may have aggravated a knee issue in the process, though unless he downgrades to a DNP over the next two days, he should be able to play against the Vikings on Sunday. Across seven regular-season games with Seattle, Jones has logged 72 tackles (42 solo), two pass defenses (including one interception) and one forced fumble.
Dec 11, 2024
Does his thing again Sunday
Jones finished with eight tackles (six solo) and an interception in Seattle's 30-18 win over Arizona on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
With eight more tackles, Jones is up to 107 (65 solo) on the year between his time with the Titans and Seahawks. The fourth-year pro has made at least eight stops in all six of his games with Seattle. Jones also recorded over 100 tackles in 2022 and 2023 with the Rams.
Dec 5, 2024
Past knee issue
Jones (knee) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones was limited in Wednesday's practice due to a knee injury, but he was able to participate without any restrictions during Thursday's session and should be good to go against Arizona on Sunday. Jones has played every single defensive snap in nine of 11 games this season, and over his last three outings he's tallied 31 tackles (17 solo).
Dec 4, 2024
Still working through knee injury
Jones (knee) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones played throw elbow and knee injuries during the Seahawks' 26-21 win over the Jets this past Sunday, and he finished the game with eight tackles (six solo) while playing every single defensive snap. Jones appears to be past the elbow injury, and while he continues to work through a knee issue, that shouldn't prohibit him from suiting up against the Cardinals on Sunday.
Dec 2, 2024
Stacks up eight stops
Jones made eight tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 26-21 win over the Jets.
ANALYSIS
Jones popped up on the injury report during the week with elbow and knee injuries, but he showed no signs of wear in Week 13, playing every snap and leading the team in tackles once again. The 2021 third-round pick now has 99 tackles (59 solo) through 11 games between the Seahawks and Titans.
Nov 29, 2024
Will play Week 13 vs. Jets
Jones (elbow/knee) was a full participant in Friday's practice and does not carry an injury designation heading into Sunday's game against the Jets, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones appeared on Thursday's injury report due to elbow and knee injuries, but that doesn't appear to be a serious issue as he was able to practice in full Friday. Across 10 regular-season games (four with Tennesee, six with Seattle), Jones has logged 91 tackles (53 solo) and three pass defensed.
Nov 28, 2024
Pops up on injury report
Jones (elbow/knee) was listed as a limited practice participant on Thursday's injury report, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones wasn't listed on Wednesday's injury report, but it appears the fourth-year linebacker is working through elbow and knee injuries. His practice participation Friday will indicate his status heading into Sunday's game against the Jets. In four regular-season games with the Seahawks, Jones has logged 47 tackles (24 solo) and one pass defensed.
Nov 25, 2024
Continues to rack up tackles
Jones made 10 tackles (five solo) in Sunday's 16-6 win over the Cardinals.
ANALYSIS
The inside linebacker has recorded at least nine tackles in all four of his games since being traded to the Seahawks by the Titans. Jones, who finished with more than 100 stops in each of the last two campaigns, both with the Rams, now has 91 tackles (53 solo) in 10 games this season. The fourth-year pro has also played on every defensive snap in all four of his games with the Seahawks, and he should continue to play a big role next week against the Jets.
Nov 18, 2024
Makes 13 stops in win
Jones recorded 13 tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 20-17 win over the 49ers.
ANALYSIS
The inside linebacker also played on all 57 defensive snaps. Jones now has 37 stops (19 solo) in three games since being traded to the Seahawks by the Titans on Oct. 23. Jones has 81 tackles (48 solo) and three passes defensed on the year.
Nov 4, 2024
Tallies nine stops
Jones produced nine tackles (six solo) and a pass breakup in Sunday's 26-20 overtime loss to the Rams.
ANALYSIS
Jones tied with Tyrel Dodson for the team high in tackles versus his former team, who traded him to the Titans in August before the Titans traded him to Seattle in October. A 2021 third-round pick, Jones is an every-snap player for the Seahawks and should continue being a reliable fantasy option.
Nov 3, 2024
Active to face Los Angeles
Jones (neck) is active for Sunday's game against the Rams, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones was listed as questionable but is cleared to play and face his former team. The veteran linebacker was traded by the Rams to the Titans just ahead of Week 1, but Tennessee then flipped him to Seattle before Week 8. Jones logged 15 tackles (seven solo) in his Seahawks debut last Sunday.
Nov 1, 2024
Questionable for Week 9
Jones (neck) is questionable for Sunday's matchup with the Rams, John Boyle of Seattle's official website reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones popped up on the injury report Friday with neck stiffness, ultimately missing practice as a result. The linebacker will have a couple days to get right before the team's Week 9 contest with Los Angeles, but if he is unable to go, Drake Thomas and Tyrice Knight are candidates to step into a starting role.
Oct 28, 2024
Monster production in debut
Jones recorded 15 tackles (seven solo) in Sunday's 31-10 loss to the Bills.
ANALYSIS
The Seahawks traded Jerome Baker to the Titans for Ernest Jones on Wednesday, and Jones played every defensive snap and led the team in tackles Sunday. This was Jones' third double-digit tackling performance of the season. With his role seemingly secure in the Seahawks' defense, Jones should be a weekly IDP starter.
Oct 23, 2024
Traded to Seahawks
Tennessee traded Jones to Seattle on Wednesday in exchange for linebacker Jerome Baker and a fourth-round draft pick, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones has been an impact player at inside linebacker through six games of his fourth season in the league, and now he'll have a chance to play with what figures to be a more competitive team in the Seahawks. He should eventually start next to Tyrel Dodson.
Oct 14, 2024
Second double-digit tackling effort
Jones recorded 10 tackles (four solo) in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Colts.
ANALYSIS
This is Jones' second game with 10-plus tackles, as he has played nearly every defensive snap for the last four weeks. With an average of nine tackles per game during that stretch, Jones should continue to be a dependable IDP option.
Sep 23, 2024
Another active game
Jones recorded 13 tackles (10 solo) during the Titans' 30-14 loss to the Packers on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
The performance followed Jones' nine-tackle game last week against the Jets. Jones was traded to the Titans right before the season and has now played 100 percent of the defensive snaps in each of the last two games. He recorded 145 tackles for the Rams a year ago.
Sep 16, 2024
Plays every snap versus Jets
Jones recorded nine tackles (six solo), including two tackles for loss, in the Titans' loss to the Jets on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
More notably, Jones played 100 percent of the defensive snaps after playing just 46 percent of the downs in his Week 1 debut with the team following Jones' acquisition from the Rams just ahead of the season. Jones should easily accrue 100-plus tackles once again in 2024 after picking up 145 last year with Los Angeles.
Aug 27, 2024
Dealt to Tennessee
The Rams have agreed Tuesday to trade Jones to the Titans, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Los Angeles gave Jones permission to seek a trade Sunday, and the IDP standout is now on the move to Tennessee amid league-wide roster cuts. Jones, in just 15 regular-season games last year, broke out with a career-high 145 tackles (74 solo), 4.5 sacks and six passes defensed. He figures to immediately shift into a starting middle linebacker role alongside Kenneth Murray for the Titans, likely bumping Jack Gibbens to a rotational gig.
Aug 26, 2024
Absent from practice
Jones is not practicing Monday after the Rams granted him permission Sunday to seek a trade, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones, who is heading into the final year of his rookie deal, is clearly on the trade block. That could be partially due to the fact that UDFA Omar Speights has impressed enough to secure a roster spot, per Cameron DaSilva of USA Today. Coach Sean McVay said Monday that Jones didn't request a trade, per Rodrigue, which could be an indication that the team made its own decision to move on. Jones tallied career-high totals in terms of tackles (145) and sacks (4.5) across 15 regular-season games in 2023.
Aug 25, 2024
Requests trade
The Rams have permitted Jones to seek a trade, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones was seeking an extension on his rookie contract after registering career highs in both tackles (145) and sacks (4.5) in 2023. Jones and the Rams were unable to come to an agreement in the offseason, and the 2021 third-round pick and his agents will now engage with other teams on a trade.
Aug 14, 2024
Back in action
Jones (knee) is returning to practice Wednesday, Cameron DaSilva of USA Today reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones missed practice earlier in the week as he tended to an injury he was dealing with during OTAs. There was initially some concern about his status as the injury seemed to be lingering, but his return for a joint practice against the Cowboys should be good news for Jones and the Rams.
Aug 9, 2024
Nursing knee injury
Jones was sidelined for Friday's pracice due to a knee injury, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones dealt with this same injury during OTAs and has not completely recovered from it yet. When healthy, he is expected to start next to Christian Rozeboom at inside linebacker this season. If he is ultimately forced to miss more practice time, the likes of Troy Reeder, Olakunle Fatukasi and Omar Speights figure to see more snaps.
Feb 4, 2024
Anchors defense in third year
Jones tallied 145 tackles (74 solo), 4.5 sacks and six passes defended during the 2023 regular season.
ANALYSIS
With former teammate Bobby Wagner departing for Seattle, the third-year pro took another leap in performance, setting career highs in snaps, tackles, sacks and passes defended while anchoring the defense alongside Aaron Donald. His 145 tackles (in just 15 regular season games) set the Rams record for most tackles in a single season, eclipsing the 142 James Laurinaitis recorded in 2011 and tied in 2012. Jones is entering the final year of his rookie deal in 2024, and given the multi-faceted abilities he's showcased as the head of a young Rams linebacker corps, it wouldn't be shocking to see Jones earn a contract extension to continue his role as a leader on defense.
Jan 7, 2024
Not playing Week 18
Jones (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the 49ers, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones was among seven key contributors that the Rams listed as doubtful -- and one of five for non-injury reasons -- ahead of the regular-season finale. The Rams will be the NFC's No. 6 or 7 seed regardless of the outcome of Week 18 games, so Jones and some of the team's other stars will get a respite Sunday to avoid sustaining a potential injury in advance of the postseason. The linebacker finishes the regular season with 145 tackles, 4.5 sacks and six pass breakups over 15 appearances.
Jan 3, 2024
Will rest in Week 18
Rams coach Sean McVay said Jones won't play Sunday in San Francisco, Greg Beacham of the Associated Press reports.
ANALYSIS
With Los Angeles having locked up playoff spot, the team is electing to rest several of its starters on both sides of the ball. Jones thus will finish his third NFL season with a career-high 145 tackles (74 solo), including 4.5 sacks, over 15 contests.. His next game action will occur in the wild-card round of the playoffs.
Jan 1, 2024
Team-high 13 tackles
Jones recorded 13 tackles (seven solo), one quarterback hit and one tackle for loss during Sunday's 26-25 victory against the Giants.
ANALYSIS
Despite coming into the contest questionable with an illness, the third-year linebacker played every snap on defense and resumed his role in leading the team in tackles. The 13 tackles by Jones marked his eighth game this season with double-digit tackles, and his 145 tackles this season has him in a tie for seventh overall in the NFL with T.J. Edwards of the Bears.
Dec 31, 2023
Playing Sunday
Jones (illness) is active ahead of Sunday's game against the Giants, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Despite logging a DNP on Friday due to an illness, Jones will suit up in Week 17. The third-year linebacker out of South Carolina has appeared in 14 games this season, logging 132 total tackles, including 13 tackles for loss and 4.5 sacks. He'll look to cause problems for Tyrod Taylor and the Giants' offense Sunday.
Dec 29, 2023
Questionable to face Giants
Jones (illness) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants.
ANALYSIS
Jones was added to the Rams' Week 17 injury report Friday, logging a DNP with an illness. He's had a breakout 2023 in the middle of the Rams' defense, logging a team-best 132 tackles (67 solo) along with 4.5 sacks.
Dec 29, 2023
Dealing with illness
Jones (illness) did not practice Friday, Gary Klein of the Los Angeles Times reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones could be in jeopardy of missing the Rams' Week 17 affair after he was unable to practice Friday due to an illness. The third-year pro has started all 14 games he's appeared in for Los Angeles this season, logging 132 total tackles, including 13 tackles for loss and 4.5 sacks. Jones will almost certainly carry an injury designation into the weekend after missing Friday's practice.
Dec 24, 2023
All over the place in win
Jones finished with seven tackles, including a sack and two tackles for losses, and two passes defensed in the Rams' 30-22 win over the Saints on Thursday.
ANALYSIS
It was another productive game for the third-year pro, who is now sixth in the NFL with 132 tackles. Jones also has six passes defensed and regularly plays on more than 90 percent of the defensive snaps.
Dec 18, 2023
Second straight week with sack
Jones recorded seven tackles (two solo), a sack, two tackles for loss and a pass defended during Sunday's 28-20 victory against the Commanders.
ANALYSIS
Jones lit up the stat sheet in a variety of ways on Sunday, including a big third-down sack of Sam Howell in the second quarter. Jones now has 3.5 sacks on the year, and his 125 tackles are good for ninth-most overall in the league.
Dec 12, 2023
Reaches double-digit tackles again
Jones recorded 10 tackles (seven solo), including one sack, in Sunday's 37-31 overtime loss to the Ravens.
ANALYSIS
Jones led the Rams' defense in tackling and got his second solo sack on the year midway through the first quarter on Lamar Jackson. It's the third time in four games that Jones has registered double-digit tackles and he's now up to 118 total tackles on the year, which surpasses his previous career-high of 114 the year prior.
Dec 5, 2023
Logs double-digit tackles in win
Jones compiled 15 tackles (six solo) in the Rams' 36-19 win over the Browns on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Jones had a dominant performance Sunday as his 15 tackles were nine more than anyone else on the team recorded. The 2021 third-round pick has now logged double-digit tackles in six of the 11 games he's played this season.
Nov 28, 2023
Rams' leading tackler at Arizona
Jones recorded six tackles (one solo) and a pass defensed in Sunday's 37-14 win at the Cardinals.
ANALYSIS
Although it was Jones' second lowest tackle total so far this season, it was good enough for a team best in Week 12. He's in the midst of a career year, and he projects as a great IDP option come Week 13 versus the Browns.
Nov 15, 2023
Appears set to return Week 11
Jones (knee) logged a full practice session Wednesday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones missed the Rams' Week 9 loss to the Packers due to a knee injury but had the team's Week 10 bye to recover. His ability to practice in full to begin Week 11 prep suggests that he should be able to suit up Sunday against Seattle. Despite having missed a game, Jones leads Los Angeles with 75 tackles on the campaign, taking another leap forward in his third NFL campaign.
Nov 3, 2023
Won't play Sunday
Jones (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Packers, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones will be inactive for Sunday's contest after recording consecutive DNPs during Wednesday and Thursdays practices, but head coach Sean McVay expects that the 23-year-old linebacker will return after Los Angeles' Week 10 bye, per Rodrigue. Troy Reeder is expected to see an uptick in defensive snaps in Jones' stead.
Nov 2, 2023
Misses second straight practice
Jones (knee) did not participate in practice Thursday, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones was able to record eight tackles in Week 8 against the Cowboys, but popped up on the Rams' injury report Wednesday after not participating in practice. His participation in Friday's practice session will give a clearer idea of whether he'll be able to play against the Packers.
Nov 1, 2023
Misses practice Wednesday
Jones (knee) didn't practice Wednesday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones popped up on injury report Wednesday, putting his status for Sunday's game versus the Packers into doubt. If the 23-year-old ends up being unable to play, Troy Reeder will start at linebacker in his place.
Oct 31, 2023
Eight tackles in defeat
Jones recorded eight tackles (five solo) in Sunday's 43-20 loss to the Cowboys.
ANALYSIS
Jones was questionable to play with a knee injury, but he was able to make the most of his time on the field, compiling at least eight takedowns for the seventh time this year. The linebacker has now registered 75 tackles, including a sack, while also deflecting a pass over the first eight games of the 2023 campaign.
Oct 29, 2023
Active for Week 8
Jones (knee) is active for Sunday's contest against the Cowboys.
ANALYSIS
Jones was once again limited this week at practice as he continues to nurse a knee injury, but he will play through the injury in Week 8. The linebacker is coming off of a season-low four tackles in the team's Week 7 loss to the Steelers and he'll look to finish closer to the 10.5 tackles per game he had produced in the six games prior.
Oct 27, 2023
Deemed questionable for Week 8
Jones (knee) is questionable to face Dallas on Sunday in Week 8, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones was limited during all three practice sessions this week as he continues to deal with a knee injury. However, Rams head coach Sean McVay indicated Wednesday that he doesn't expect Jones' game status to be affected by the issue this week. Jones has seen slightly smaller snap counts since suffering the injury prior to Week 6, but he's still played over 75 percent of Los Angeles' defensive snaps over the past two weeks and has totaled 14 tackles (eight solo) over that span.
Oct 25, 2023
Still limited by knee injury
Jones (knee) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones was able to play through his knee injury in Week 7, so any limitations at this point are likely just maintenance-related. Even still, if he can't practice in full Thursday or Friday, he would figure to carry an injury designation into the weekend.
Oct 22, 2023
Active Sunday
Jones (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Steelers, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones appeared on the Rams' injury report Wednesday and was listed as questionable Friday. The third-year pro has started every game for Los Angeles this year and made 63 tackles, including a sack and eight tackles for a loss.
Oct 20, 2023
Questionable for game vs. Steelers
Jones (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus Pittsburgh.
ANALYSIS
Jones popped up on the Rams' injury report with a knee injury Wednesday, and he now seems like a coin-flip proposition to suit up for Week 7. If he's ultimately ruled out, Jake Hummel could see increased work Sunday.
Oct 19, 2023
Practices Thursday
Jones (knee) was a limited participant in practice Thursday after missing Wednesday's session, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones appeared on the injury report Wednesday after starting the Rams' first six games. The third-year pro will have another chance to get a practice session in Friday ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Steelers.
Oct 18, 2023
Misses practice Wednesday
Jones (knee) did not participate in the Rams' practice Wednesday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones popped up on the injury report with a hurt knee putting his status for Sunday's game against the Steelers in doubt. If the 23-year-old ends up not playing, Troy Reeder should get the start at linebacker.
Oct 16, 2023
Double-digit tackles in win
Jones recorded 10 tackles (seven solo) during Sunday's 26-9 victory against the Cardinals.
ANALYSIS
A swollen knee kept Jones out of practice until a limited showing on Friday, but it didn't stop the talented linebacker from again leading the Rams in tackles, a familiar refrain through the first third of the season. With a whopping 63 tackles through six games, Jones sits in a tie for fourth for most in the league this season with Baltimore linebacker Roquan Smith. He'll look to keep stuffing the stat sheet in a Week 7 contest against one of the weaker offenses in the league, the Steelers.
Oct 13, 2023
Expected to play vs. Cardinals
Jones (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus Arizona, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Coach Sean McVay said Friday that he expects Jones to play Sunday despite the official questionable designation. He'd step back into a near every-down role in Week 6 if he's healthy enough to suit up.
Oct 11, 2023
Misses practice Wednesday
Jones (knee) was a non-participant at the Rams' practice Wednesday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
ANALYSIS
Head coach Sean McVay said Wednesday that Jones was unavailable due to swelling in his knee, according to Greg Beacham of the Associated Press. The linebacker will have two more practice sessions to return to the field prior to Sunday's matchup with the Cardinals.
Oct 10, 2023
Massive tackle total in loss
Jones recorded 15 tackles (10 solo) in Sunday's 23-14 loss to the Eagles.
ANALYSIS
Jones was incredibly active in Week 5, snagging a career-high 15 takedowns in the defeat. The linebacker is already up to 53 tackles, including a sack, while also adding a pass deflection through five games this season.
Oct 3, 2023
Rams' leading tackler in win
Jones recorded 10 tackles (four solo) including a sack in Sunday's 29-23 win at Indianapolis.
ANALYSIS
Jones continued his melting-hot start to the 2023 season in Week 4, tallying nine-plus tackles for the fourth consecutive game. The youngster is establishing himself as one of his team's best defensive players and a viable IDP option headed into a Week 5 matchup versus Philadelphia.
Sep 26, 2023
Nine tackles in loss
Jones played all 77 defensive snaps and recorded nine tackles in the Rams' 19-16 loss to the Bengals on Monday.
ANALYSIS
The linebacker also contributed to a defensive effort in which the Rams held the Bengals to less than three yards per carry. Jones recorded nine tackles in Week 1 and 10 in Week 2 to give him 28 for the year.
Sep 18, 2023
Leads team in tackles again
Jones recorded 10 tackles (five solo) during Sunday's 30-23 loss to the 49ers.
ANALYSIS
It was another big day for the third-year linebacker, who is on pace to shatter his career-high 112 tackles he recorded in 2022. Jones may get a chance to feast next week against a Bengals' offense that could be without Joe Burrow (calf).
Sep 17, 2023
Ready to go Sunday
Jones (illness) is active Sunday against the 49ers.
ANALYSIS
Jones has recovered enough from his illness to feel like he can give it a go Sunday. The third-year pro led the team in tackles Week 1 and his availability should be good news for the Rams defense.
Sep 15, 2023
Questionable for Sunday
Jones (illness) is questionable for Sunday's game against the 49ers, Greg Beacham of The Associated Press reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones' status for Week 2 is now in doubt as he battles an illness. The 23-year-old led the team with nine tackles (four solo) last week, and if he can't play Troy Reeder will likely start instead.
Sep 11, 2023
Leads team in tackles
Jones recorded nine tackles (four solo) including three tackles for loss during Sunday's 30-13 victory over the Seahawks.
ANALYSIS
While former teammate Bobby Wagner put up a stunning 19 tackle (9 solo) day for Seattle, Jones saw five of his nine tackles go for no gain or a loss, which leads the NFL through Week 1. The Seahawks were held to just 197 yards of total offense, thanks in large part to Jones's quintet of big stops, and the Rams will need his big play ability to contend against the high-octane 49ers offense in Week 2.
Jan 11, 2023
Shows improvement in second season
Jones recorded 114 tackles (66 solo), two pass defenses, an interception and a forced fumble over 17 games in 2022.
ANALYSIS
Jones saw his snap count rise from 418 in 2021, his rookie season, to 693 this season, and paired up with star linebacker Bobby Wagner, the sophomore nearly doubled his tackle total in the process. Jones will enter the third year of his rookie deal and should continue to get additional playing time, especially considering the Rams may look to protect their stars a little more after a season in which the team was absolutely decimated by injury.
Jan 2, 2023
Returns to form after slump
Jones recorded nine tackles (five solo) during Sunday's 31-10 loss to the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
The second-year linebacker had been trending downward in recent weeks, only logging 19 tackles and an interception in his previous four games, but Jones bounced back and tied the team lead in tackles with Taylor Rapp. Jones now sits with 109 tackles on the year, second on the team behind Bobby Wagner, and will get one final chance to add to his totals against the Seahawks in Week 18.
Dec 9, 2022
Makes key pick in victory
Jones recorded five tackles (one solo) and an interception during Thursday's 17-16 victory against the Raiders.
ANALYSIS
Late in the first half, the Raiders were deep in Rams' territory and looked primed to tack on their 13-3 lead, but Derek Carr threw a lob into the end zone under heavy pressure that Jones was able to tip back to himself and secure to end the Raiders' final first-half drive and proved pivotal in keeping the Rams in striking distance for their second-half rally. Jones and fellow linebacker Bobby Wagner made a big impact again, which has been a theme more often than not through the season, and the fun should continue against an inconsistent Green Bay offense in Week 15.
Dec 7, 2022
Logs eight stops Week 13
Jones recorded eight tackles (seven solo) in Sunday's 27-23 defeat versus the Seahawks.
ANALYSIS
Jones was considered questionable coming into Sunday's game after he dealt with back spasms during Week 13 prep. However, the second-year linebacker still managed to suit up and play at least 45 defensive snaps for the sixth game in a row. He now ranks second on the Rams in tackles (89) behind fellow inside linebacker Bobby Wagner (97). Jones should continue to play a prominent role against Las Vegas on Thursday Night Football in Week 14.
Dec 4, 2022
Ready to go Sunday
Jones (back) is active Sunday against the Seahawks, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones has dealt with back spasms throughout the week, but he's feeling well enough to take the field Sunday. He should draw the start at inside linebacker and play his typical workload.
Dec 2, 2022
Listed as questionable
Jones (back) is considered questionable for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official website reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones' questionable designation is due to lingering back spasms throughout the week. Some combination of Christian Rozeboom and Jake Gervase would be in line to replace his snaps at linebacker should he ultimately have to sit out.
Nov 30, 2022
Sidelined Wednesday
Jones did not participate in the Rams' practice Wednesday due to a back injury, Gilbert Manzano of The Orange County Register reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones logged 11 tackles while playing slightly below his usual share of the Rams' defensive snaps (63) Week 12, though it's unclear when this issue first arose. The second-year linebacker will now likely need to improve his practice activity Thursday and/or Friday, or else he could be in jeopardy of missing his first game of the season Sunday against Seattle. Jones has recorded 81 tackles, one pass defended and one forced fumble while playing alongside star inside linebacker Bobby Wagner this season.
Nov 28, 2022
Posts third game with 10+ tackles
Jones recorded 11 tackles (6 solo) and one quarterback hit during Sunday's 26-10 loss to the Chiefs.
ANALYSIS
Jones sandwiched two big statistical games with 21 tackles (12 solo) between a rough outing against the Saints where he notched just three solo tackles. The one area where Jones has yet to break through on the season is in the sack column, and he'll get his next chance to notch his first sack of the season against Geno Smith and the Seahawks in Week 13.
Nov 15, 2022
10 stops Sunday
Jones logged 10 tackles (six solo) during Sunday's27-17 loss to the Cardinals.
ANALYSIS
Jones logged double-digit tackles for the first time since recording a season-high 12 stops against Atlanta in Week 2. The 22-year-old also tallied one more tackle than fellow linebacker Bobby Wagner, despite playing 17 fewer defensive snaps. Jones has now increased his tackle total to 67 over nine games played, and he'll look to put up another prolific stat line against New Orleans this coming Sunday.
Nov 8, 2022
Eight tackles in loss
Jones logged eight tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 16-13 loss to the Buccaneers.
ANALYSIS
Jones tied safety Taylor Rapp as the Rams' second-leading tackler despite playing a season-low 48 defensive snaps Sunday. The second-year inside linebacker did play double-digit snaps on special teams for the first time in 2022, and he logged one of his solo stops in this phase. Jones has recorded 57 tackles (34 solo) and one pass defended over eight games of the season, so he should continue to play a prominent role alongside Bobby Wagner this Sunday against Arizona.
Nov 4, 2022
No injury designation
Jones doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's matchup against Tampa Bay, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones landed on the injury report Thursday as a non-participant due to an illness, but he returned to practice Friday as a full participant. The second-year linebacker has totaled 49 tackles, one pass defense and one forced fumble across seven appearances.
Nov 3, 2022
Logs DNP Thursday with illness
Jones (illness) didn't practice Thursday, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones popped up on the Rams' injury report as a non-participant in practice Thursday due to an illness, so his activity levels during Friday's session should be something worth monitoring. If the 22-year-old is unable to give it a go Sunday in Tampa Bay, then Jake Hummel (hip) and Christian Rozeboom are candidates for added linebacker reps in Week 9 behind starter Bobby Wagner.
Oct 19, 2022
Seven tackles in win
Jones recorded seven tackles (five solo) and one pass defense during Sunday's 24-10 win over the Panthers.
ANALYSIS
Jones tied Bobby Wagner for a team-high seven stops during Sunday's win. The second-year linebacker has played at least 30 defensive snaps and recorded five-plus tackles in each game this season, totaling 42 stops through six appearances.
Sep 19, 2022
Leads team in tackles
Jones recorded 12 tackles (5 solo) in the Rams' 31-27 win over the Falcons on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Despite only playing 79% of defensive snaps, the No. 2 linebacker for the Rams still led the team in tackles, and has proven himself to be a solid contributor alongside Bobby Wagner. Jones should find himself busy again in a Week 3 contest against the Raiders.
Sep 9, 2022
Seven tackles in opener
Jones notched seven tackles (five solo) and forced a fumble during Thursday's 31-10 loss to the Bills.
ANALYSIS
The second-year linebacker was able to strip James Cook early in the second quarter, and was near the team lead in tackles despite only taking the field for 34 of the defense's 59 snaps. Jones will look to continue stuffing the stat box with a tantalizing matchup against the Falcons in Week 2.
Jan 29, 2022
Activated from IR
The Rams activated Jones (ankle) from injured reserve Saturday.
ANALYSIS
Jones had been sidelined since sustaining a high-ankle sprain in late December, but he'll be available for Sunday's NFC Championship Game against the 49ers. However, defensive coordinator Raheem Morris said Thursday that Jones' workload will likely be monitored Sunday.
Jan 27, 2022
Chance to return Sunday
Jones (ankle) has a chance to return for Sunday's NFC Championship Game against the 49ers, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones sustained a high-ankle sprain in late December and hasn't returned to game action since then despite being designated to return from injured reserve last week. Even if the 22-year-old is available against San Francisco on Sunday, defensive coordinator Raheem Morris said Thursday that the team will likely monitor Jones' workload during the NFC Championship Game.
Jan 21, 2022
Not ready to return
Jones (ankle) won't be activated from injured reserve for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones was designated to return from injured reserve Thursday but will need more practice time before potentially rejoining the active roster. He landed on the shelf with a high-ankle sprain in late December and missed the final two games of the regular season.
Jan 20, 2022
Designated to return
Jones (ankle) was designated to return from injured reserve Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Coach Sean McVay expressed optimism Tuesday that Jones would be able to return to the field this week, and the 22-year-old has now been cleared to rejoin the Rams at practice. It's not yet clear whether he'll have enough time to prepare for Sunday's divisional-round matchup against the Buccaneers, but he's trending in the right direction in his recovery.
Jan 18, 2022
Chance to return this week
Jones (ankle) has a chance to return this week ahead of the Rams' divisional-round contest against the Buccaneers, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Head coach Sean McVay said Tuesday that said it's a "possibility" that the linebacker could return or open the activation window this week. Jones has been inactive since suffering a high-ankle sprain in the Rams' Week 16 victory over the Vikings.
Dec 28, 2021
Officially placed on IR
Jones (ankle) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
The linebacker underwent surgery Monday for his high-ankle sprain and will now target a potential return to action at some point in the postseason. While Jones is out, both Christian Rozeboom and Travin Howard could see larger roles at linebacker.
Dec 27, 2021
Expected to land on IR
Jones (ankle) underwent surgery Monday and is in line to land on the Rams' injured reserve, J.B. Long of the Los Angeles Rams Radio Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones will presumably target a potential return to action during the post season. His soon-to-be IR stint, which should be made official in the coming days, figures to free up an opportunity for either Christian Rozeboom or Travin Howard at inside linebacker.
Dec 27, 2021
Believed to have high-ankle sprain
Jones is believed to have suffered a high-ankle sprain in Sunday's victory over the Vikings, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.
ANALYSIS
The Rams have not yet commented on Jones' status, but according to the report, Jones is "considered week-to-week with a chance to return for the playoffs."
Dec 26, 2021
Won't return Sunday
Jones (ankle) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's contest against the Vikings.
ANALYSIS
Jones recorded two tackles before leaving the team's Week 16 contest in the first half. In his absence, Christian Rozeboom is expected to take over as the primary middle linebacker for the remainder of the contest.
Dec 26, 2021
Injures ankle Sunday
Jones (anke) is questionable to return to Sunday's contest against the Vikings, Gary Klein of the Los Angeles Times reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones recorded two tackles before leaving the team's Week 16 contest in the first half. If he's unable to return, then Christian Rozeboom will likely take over as the primary middle linebacker for the remainder of the contest.
Dec 6, 2021
Leads defense in tackles
Jones had nine tackles (five solo), a half-sack and a pass defensed during Sunday's 37-7 win over the Jaguars.
ANALYSIS
Jones tied his season high with nine tackles while playing all but three defensive snaps. The rookie third-round pick began the season in a reserve role but has been a significant member of the defense since Kenny Young was shipped to Denver in late October.
Nov 7, 2021
Active Sunday
Jones (illness) is active for Sunday's game against the Titans, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones was held out of practice Friday due to an illness, but he'll be able to take the field for Sunday night's contest. Across the last three weeks, the 21-year-old has logged 15 tackles (11 solo), 0.5 sacks and an interception.
Nov 5, 2021
Questionable for Sunday
Jones (illness) is questionable Sunday against the Titans.
ANALYSIS
Jones was unable to practice Friday, but considering he missed due to an illness and not an injury, it's hard to say how much that impacts his ability to hit the field Sunday. Jones is fresh off his biggest contribution of the season and will try to be ready Sunday against the Titans.
Nov 3, 2021
Breaks out vs. Texans
Jones notched nine tackles (seven solo), a half-sack, one pass breakup and one interception during Sunday's 38-22 win over the Rams.
ANALYSIS
Jones, a rookie third-round pick, impressed in his first start of the season after primarily contributing on special teams during his first seven appearances. Los Angeles' decision to trade Kenny Young to Denver appeared to indicate confidence in Jones' ability to step into the lineup, and he proved more than capable of making an impact versus Houston. Going forward, the addition of Von Miller (ankle) stands to provide yet another boost for the Rams' linebacker corps.