Marcus Jones Injury News & Updates

Jones posted two tackles during the Patriots' 27-14 win over the Jets on Thursday.

Jones was cleared to play after working through an elbow injury leading up to Thursday's game, though he tied a season low in both tackles and defensive snaps (38). The 2022 third-rounder is up to 45 tackles (31 solo), including 1.0 sacks, and nine pass defenses (two interceptions) through 11 regular-season games.

Jones (elbow) was a full participant in Tuesday's practice.

Jones inked a three-year contract extension last week and looks ready to rock for Thursday night's game against the Jets after he was listed as limited Monday. Jones has appeared in all 10 games this season, recording 43 tackles (31 solo), including 1.0 sacks, nine pass breakups, including two interceptions, and one fumble recovery. Jones has also returned 15 punts for 234 yards and one touchdown.

Jones (elbow) was a limited participant in Monday's walkthrough practice.

Jones logged four tackles (two solo) during the Patriots' 28-23 win over the Buccaneers on Sunday, but he appears to have come out of that game with an elbow injury. With the Patriots playing the Jets on Thursday, the third-year corner will have two more opportunities to increase his practice participation and avoid an injury designation for Week 11.

The Patriots signed Jones to a three-year contract extension Tuesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

A first-team All-Pro selection as a punt returner in 2022, Jones has continued to shine on special teams this season, most notably returning a punt 87 yards for a touchdown in a Week 4 win over the Panthers. However, it's on the defensive end where Jones has emerged as an indispensable piece in 2025 after having previously worked in more of a part-time role in his first three seasons in the league. Through eight games, Jones has shined as New England's top slot corner, amassing 36 tackles, nine pass breakups, two interceptions and a sack. As a result of the extension, Jones is now on the Patriots' books through 2028.

Jones racked up five tackles (four solo), including 1.0 sacks, and three defensed passes Sunday in a 25-19 win over New Orleans.

Jones picked up his first career sack when he brought down Spencer Rattler for a three-yard loss early in the fourth quarter. Jones was also very effective in coverage, breaking up three passes. Jones has five defensed passes over the past two weeks and six total across six games this season.

Jones recorded seven tackles (five solo) and two pass breakups, including one interception, in the Patriots' win over the Bills on Sunday night.

Jones also handled one punt return but gained zero yards. On defense, Jones played 77 percent of the snaps, and his seven tackles and two pass breakups were new season-highs. His interception of Josh Allen was a red-zone pick in the third quarter. On the season, Jones has racked up 23 tackles (17 solo) and three pass breakups.

Jones finished with five tackles (three solo) in Sunday's 42-13 win over Carolina. He added 167 yards and a touchdown on three punt returns.

Jones tied his season-high mark in tackles, but where he really shined was as a punt returner. The fourth-year cornerback returned a punt 87 yards for a score in the first quarter and also had a 61-yard return in the second period before capping his big day with a 19-yard return in the third. The TD was his second punt-return touchdown of his career.

Jones (hip) was spotted practicing Wednesday, Doug Kyed of the Boston Herald reports.

Jones ended the Patriots' 2024 campaign on injured reserve due to a hip issue, but it now appears he's returned to full health after participating in voluntary OTAs on Wednesday. The fourth-year pro had the best season of his career in 2024, recording 58 total tackles and 10 passes defended, including one interception, over 14 games. He's expected to serve as the team's top slot corner and punt returner again in 2025.

The Patriots placed Jones (hip) on injured reserve Friday.

The move ends Jones' 2024 season. He'd already been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Chargers after missing Week 16. Jones finishes his third season with 58 tackles (48 solo), 10 pass breakups, including one interception, and two fumble recoveries across 14 contests.

Jones (hip) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Chargers, Chad Graff of The Athletic reports.

Jones will be sidelined for a second straight game due to a hip injury he likely picked up against the Cardinals in Week 15. He has been unable to practice since the injury, so which puts him in jeopardy of being sidelined for the Patriots' regular-season finale against the Bills on Sunday, Jan. 5. Alex Austin is slated to serve as New England's slot corner for a second straight game due to Jones' injury.

Jones (hip) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bills.

Jones has appeared in all 14 games this season, logging 58 tackles (48 solo), one interception and two fumble recoveries on 64 percent of the defensive snaps. Alex Austin will be in line for more defensive snaps behind Christian Gonzalez and Jonathan Jones in Buffalo.

Jones (hip) did not participate in Wednesday's practice, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

Jones logged six tackles (five solo) across 30 defensive snaps during this past Sunday's 30-17 loss to the Cardinals. It appears the third-year corner may have picked up a hip injury in the process, which prevented him from participating in the Patriots' first official practice of the week. Jones will have two more opportunities to practice this week ahead of Sunday's AFC East showdown against the Bills.

Jones recorded eight total tackles (all solo) and defended three passes in Sunday's 34-15 loss to the Dolphins.

The third-year pro played 100 percent of the Patriots' defensive snaps Sunday for just the second time this season, tying Jahlani Tavai for the team's leading-tackler. Jones has seen a recent spike in production, tallying 21 total tackles and four passes defended across the Patriots' last three games. His next opportunity to take the field will come in Week 13, when the Patriots host the Colts.

Jones recorded nine total tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 28-22 loss to the Rams.

Jones played 84 percent of the Patriots' defensive snaps Sunday and led the team in total tackles. The Houston product has now appeared in 11 games this season, recording 43 total tackles and five passes defended, including one interception. He's expected to continue starting alongside Jonathan Jones and Christian Gonzalez in the Patriots' secondary ahead of the Week 12 matchup in Miami.

Jones recorded six tackles (five solo) and a pass defensed during Sunday's 25-22 win versus the Jets.

Jones was on the field for all of New England's defensive snaps for the first time this year in Week 8, and he tied his season-high tackle total as a result. The way reps are split between him and Jonathan Jones will warrant keeping an eye on as the campaign continues.

Jones (groin/illness) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Jaguars, Mark Daniels of MassLive.com reports.

Jones went from logging a DNP on Wednesday to a full practice session Friday, suggesting that he's moved past his groin issue and illness in time for Sunday's game in London. Expect the third-year pro to serve as New England's top slot corner and punt returner in Week 7.

Jones (groin/illness) did not participate in Wednesday's practice session, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

Jones grabbed his first interception of the regular season during the Patriots' Week 6 loss to the Texans, but the 2022 third-round pick appears to have picked up a groin injury in the process. He's also dealing with an illness, and Jones could miss the flight to London for Week 7 against the Jaguars if he's unable to practice in at least a limited capacity over the next two days. Jones has accrued 22 tackles (17 solo) and one interception through the first six games of the regular season.

Jones finished Sunday's 41-21 loss to the Texans with three tackles (two solo) and one interception.

Jones was in the right place at the right time Sunday, as tight end Dalton Schultz bobbled a pass from C.J. Stroud in the Patriots' end zone, which Jones picked off and returned for 35 yards. It was Jones' third interception of his NFL career and his first since Week 15 of the 2022 season. Jones is up to 22 tackles (17 solo), two passes defended and one interception through the first six games of the regular season.

Jones (knee) was not on the Patriots' injury report Wednesday.

Jones was limited to start the week, but his absence from the team's injury report for Thursday's game against the Jets suggests he should be suiting up for the divisional showdown. That's good news for a New England defense that is currently working through multiple injuries at all levels.

Jones (knee) was listed as limited on Monday's practice estimate.

Jones played his usual workload in Sunday's loss to the Seahawks, so it's not clear if he picked up a new injury during the matchup. Either way, his status for Monday suggests the team believes he'd have needed to take it easy had they actually held a practice Monday. More insight into his chances for suiting up Thursday against the Jets will likely come Tuesday or Wednesday.

Jones (shoulder) is ready to get back on the field during OTAs, Danny Jaillet of USA Today reports.

Jones suffered a torn labrum in Week 2 last season and then spent the rest of the 2023 campaign on injured reserve. His ability to return to the field, and be ready for the 2024 campaign is great news for New England, who dealt with multiple injuries to key pieces of their secondary last year.

The Patriots officially placed Jones (shoulder) on injured reserve Friday.

Jones will miss at least four consists due to a torn labrum sustained Week 2 versus the Dolphins, though the nature of his injury could well result in a longer absence. Until the rookie third-round pick is able to return, Shaun Wade and Myles Bryant will stand to handle expanded roles on defense.

Jones (shoulder) suffered a torn labrum and he's expected to be placed on in-season injured reserve, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.

Jones went down with a shoulder injury in New England's 24-17 loss to the Dolphins and he will now miss at least four contests while on IR. It's likely that he'll be out longer than the minimum amount of weeks and in his absence, Shaun Wade and Myles Bryant will likely see an increase in usage.

Jones (shoulder) did not practice Wednesday.

Jones left Sunday's loss to the Dolphins early with the injury and was unable to return to the game. It's unclear what side of questionable he may be on for Sunday's tilt against the Jets, but he'll likely need to get on the practice field Thursday or Friday if he's going to be able to suit up for the contest.

Jones (shoulder) won't return to Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

Jones was initially labeled as questionable to return after hurting his shoulder in the second quarter of Sunday's matchup, and he was ruled out for the remainder of the game shortly after halftime. He finished the game with four solo tackles, and it's not yet clear whether he'll be available for next Sunday's game against the Jets.

Jones is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Dolphins due to a shoulder injury.

Jones was shaken up while making a tackle in the second quarter of Sunday's matchup and went to the locker room shortly after being examined in the medical tent. It's unclear whether he'll be available down the stretch, but Jalen Mills, Shaun Wade and Myles Bryant are candidates to see increased playing time if Jones is unable to return.

Jones doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's matchup against New England, Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald reports.

Jones didn't practice Wednesday due to a concussion that sidelined him for Week 17, but he returned to practice Thursday as a limited participant and logged a full session Friday, clearing him for Week 18. Across 14 appearances, the rookie third-round pick has totaled 33 tackles, seven pass defenses, two interceptions, one fumble recovery and one defensive touchdown.

Jones (concussion) returned to practice Thursday, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.

After not practicing in any capacity Wednesday due to the concussion he sustained back in Week 16 versus the Bengals, Jones has since returned to Thursday's session. In order to suit up Sunday versus the Bills, he'll still need to clear all necessary protocols at some point this week.

Jones (concussion) didn't practice Wednesday, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

Jones didn't play in Week 17 due to a concussion and remains sidelined to start Week 18 prep. The rookie defensive back isn't trending in the right direction, but he'll have two more opportunities to practice before New England needs to make a decision on his status for Sunday's matchup against the Bills.

Jones (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald reports.

Jones was unable to practice this week due to his concussion, and he'll be forced to sit out in Week 17. He'll need to clear the league's concussion protocol if he hopes to suit up for the Patriots' regular-season finale against Buffalo next week.

Jones (concussion) was a non-participant in practice Wednesday, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

Jones' addition to the injury report comes as a surprise, as there was no previous report of him having suffered a concussion. It's unclear as to when it happened, as the rookie was significantly involved once again in Saturday's loss to the Bengals. If Jones is going to suit up Sunday against the Dolphins, he'll have to clear the hurdles of concussion protocols first.

Jones recorded a 15-yard reception, 14 tackles (one for loss) and returned a 69-yard interception for a touchdown in Saturday's 22-18 loss to the Bengals.

The third-round rookie also accrued 76 yards as a return man to finish the day with a total of 87 snaps between special teams, offense and defense. He also joined an exclusive club with his third-quarter interception, as he joined Hall of Famer Deion Sanders as the only other player in NFL history to record touchdowns of 40-plus yards in all three phases in a single season. Despite Jones' penchant for big plays, head coach Bill Belichick said that the Patriots won't look to dramatically expand the 24-year-old's role on offense so that special teams and defense can remain his main areas of focus, according to Mark Daniels of The Springfield Republican.

Jones logged eight tackles (seven solo) and two passes defended, including one interception, during Monday's 27-13 win versus the Cardinals.

Jones logged his best defensive outing of the season after starting cornerback Jack Jones was forced out with a knee injury in the first quarter. With fellow starter Jalen Mills (groin) also inactive, the rookie reserve cornerback wound up playing a season-high 89 percent of New England's defensive snaps behind Jonathan Jones (100). As a result, the rookie Jones logged more than two tackles for the first time in his professional career. He also tallied his fourth and fifth passes defended, including an interception on an errant pass from Cardinals backup quarterback Colt McCoy. With the availability of New England's starting cornerbacks still up in the air, it's possible Jones could be in line to start Week 15 versus Las Vegas.

Jones, who logged three snaps on offense in Thursday's 24-10 loss to the Bills, per Mike Reiss of ESPN.com, caught both of his targets in the contest for 51 yards and a TD.

The 2022 third-rounder, who has also been handling return duties for the Patriots, is officially listed by the team as a defensive back, but as Zack Cox notes, the University of Houston product did see work as a wide receiver in college in addition to playing cornerback and handling kick/punt returns. It remains to be seen if Jones continues to see snaps on offense in the coming weeks, but given how explosive he looked while taking a a screen pass 48 yards for a touchdown Thursday, it wouldn't surprise us to see New England's coach staff look to find ways to get the ball in the versatile rookie's hands more often down the stretch.

Jones (ankle) has been ruled active for Thursday's game against the Bills.

Jones was deemed questionable coming into Thursday night for the second week in a row while dealing with an ankle injury. Despite participating in a limited fashion during each practice Week 13, the 5-foot-8 rookie is set to play and serve as the Patriots' primary punt returner versus Buffalo. With starting cornerback Jalen Mills (groin) inactive, Jones could see increased playing time alongside Jack Jones and Myles Bryant as well.

Jones (ankle) is listed as questionable for Thursday's matchup against the Bills.

Jones was limited during each practice of Week 13 prep and is officially listed as questionable. The rookie cornerback was also questionable for the Patriots' Thanksgiving Day matchup against the Vikings and ended up playing, so barring a pre-game setback, it's safe to assume Jones will likely suit up again Thursday.

Jones (ankle) was a limited participant in practice Monday.

Jones was questionable for the team's Thanksgiving day game against the Vikings with the same injury, but he did ultimately play. He'll work to do the same thing this week, as the Patriots host the Bills on Thursday.

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

The 2022 third-rounder was deemed questionable for the contest after being listed as limited on Patriots practice reports Monday through Wednesday, but Jones will be available Thursday to work in depth cornerback role, as well as handle kickoff and punt return duties for the team Week 12.

Jones (ankle) was listed as a limited participant on Monday's estimated injury report, Jim McBride of The Boston Globe reports.

Jones suffered an ankle injury and briefly left Sunday's win over the Jets, but he returned and took a line-drive punt back 84 yards to score the game-winning touchdown with just five seconds left in regulation. His presence on Monday's estimated report isn't concerning, but if he doesn't return to full participation Tuesday or Wednesday, he'll be in danger of missing New England's Thanksgiving day matchup against the Vikings.

Jones (ankle) returned a punt for a touchdown after re-entering Sunday's 10-3 win over the Jets.

Jones previously exited during the second half and was deemed questionable to return with an ankle injury. While the extent of this issue is still unclear, the rookie was able to come back in and log the lone touchdown of the game to put the Patriots up 10-3 with eight seconds remaining. This play marks the first punt-return touchdown in the NFL season, and Jones will look to continue providing a burst in the return game against the Vikings on Thanksgiving day.

Jones is questionable to return to Sunday's game versus the Jets with an ankle injury.

Jones appears to picked up this issue at some point during the second half, leaving him with less than one quarter to return before the end of this contest. The rookie cornerback has played a limited role on defense over the first eight games of the season, as his primary value has come as New England's starting punt returner. In his absence, either Myles Bryant or Jabrill Peppers will likely handle the team's punt-return duties.

Jones rotated in as one of four punt returners during practice Wednesday after going working through mandatory minicamp in a limited capacity, Paul Perillo of the team's official site reports.

Jones wore a non-contact jersey during June's minicamp periods, but he appears to be healthy once again this training camp. The rookie third-round pick figures to compete with Jonathan Jones and Terrance Mitchell for a backup role at cornerback this coming season; however, Jones could establish a consistent role as the Patriots' punt returner.

Jones (undisclosed) was still in a red/non-contact jersey at the Patriots' practice Wednesday, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.

It's still unclear what is ailing Jones, but he remains in a non-contact uniform at mandatory minicamp. The third-round pick is coming off a final season at Houston in 2021 where he intercepted five passes. Jones currently projects to operate as a depth option behind Terrance Mitchell and Jalen Mills at cornerback amongst others.

The Patriots selected Jones in the third round of the 2022 NFL Draft, 85th overall.

New England lost J.C. Jackson this offseason, so Jones fits a need. The Houston product does not project well as a boundary corner, however. He is 5-foot-8 and 174 pounds with 28.88-inch arms, so he will likely be ticketed for the slot. Jones did not test at the combine or at Houston's pro day. The strength of his prospect profile is in his production, as he broke up 18 passes and picked off five more in his senior season.