Zay Jones Injury News & Updates
Keep up with the latest injuries from the Jaguars vs Cardinals game on Sunday with our National Football League injury report.Nov 12, 2025
Officially shifts to IR
The Cardinals placed Jones on injured reserve Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Head coach Jonathan Gannon confirmed Wednesday that Jones suffered an Achilles tear during Arizona's loss to the Seahawks in Week 10, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports, meaning the veteran wideout is ruled out of the rest of the season. He now faces a difficult road to recovery ahead of the 2026 campaign. Jones inked a one-year, $4.4 million contract to remain with Arizona last March, so he's scheduled to hit free agency in the upcoming offseason.
Nov 10, 2025
To be placed on IR
Coach Jonathan Gannon said Monday that Jones will be placed on injured reserve due to an Achilles injury, Bo Brack of GoPHNX.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Gannon didn't specifically say that Jones tore his Achilles, but he'll miss at least the next four games as a result of the injury that he sustained during Sunday's loss at Seattle. Through eight appearances this season, Jones has hauled in 12 of 18 targets for 183 yards and no touchdowns. Greg Dortch figures to take on a larger role in Jones' absence.
Nov 9, 2025
Hurts Achilles on Sunday
Jones won't return to Sunday's game at Seattle due to an Achilles injury, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones went to the turf after an incompletion in his direction in the middle of the second quarter, and trainers specifically were tending to his lower left leg. After he was carted to the locker room, Arizona announced the nature of the injury. Through eight appearances this season, Jones has 12 catches (on 18 targets) for 183 yards and no touchdowns.
Nov 7, 2025
Cleared to play this week
Jones (knee) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game at Seattle, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
He played through the same injury last week, handling a 52 percent snap share without seeing a target in the 27-17 win over Dallas. Jones should be fine to fill his usual role as the No. 3 WR in a TE-centric offense.
Nov 6, 2025
Limited again Thursday
Jones (knee) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones' knee issue has impacted his practice reps since Week 6 prep, but he's been able to suit up for each of Arizona's last three games, netting 146 yards and no touchdowns on seven catches (10 targets) during that span. Friday's injury report will unveil whether or not he heads into the weekend with a designation for Sunday's contest at Seattle.
Nov 5, 2025
Remains limited
Jones (knee) was limited at Wednesday's walkthrough, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones again is dealing with the knee injury that has lingered since Week 6 prep (i.e in advance of Arizona's last three games). He's suited up for all three and combined for seven catches (on 10 targets) for 146 yards and no touchdowns while working with QB Jacoby Brissett. With Kyler Murray's (foot) placement on IR on Wednesday, Jones will be on the receiving end of passes from Brissett for at least the next four contests, assuming the wide receiver is healthy enough to be active himself.
Nov 4, 2025
No targets in Week 9
Jones wasn't targeted during Monday's 27-17 victory at Dallas.
ANALYSIS
Jones emerged from the Cardinals' Week 8 bye with practice restrictions due to a lingering knee issue, but he avoided a designation ahead of Monday's game. He proceeded to log a customary 52 percent snap share but was blanked in the box score for the second time in seven appearances this season. Jones is firmly behind fellow WRs Marvin Harrison and Michael Wilson in the pecking order at the position, making him a hit-or-miss option on a weekly basis.
Nov 1, 2025
Green light for Week 9
Jones (knee) does not carry an injury designation into Monday's game against the Cowboys, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones has been working through a lingering knee issue since early October. His practice reps were limited Thursday and Friday, but he's avoided an injury tag for Week 9 after practicing without restrictions Saturday. Jones recorded seven catches (on 10 targets) for 146 yards in the two games prior to the Cardinals' Week 8 bye. Jacoby Brissett was the starter in those two games, and the veteran quarterback will draw the start against Dallas while Kyler Murray -- who is listed as questionable for Week 9 due to a foot sprain -- will serve as the backup if active.
Oct 31, 2025
Limited again Friday
Jones (knee) was a limited practice participant Friday, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
In the wake of the Cardinals' Week 8 bye, Jones continues to tend to the knee injury that has bothered him since Week 6 prep. With back-to-back capped sessions under his belt this week, he likely will need to log a full practice Saturday in order to avoid a designation for Monday's game at Dallas. If Jones is able to suit up Week 9, the question remains who between Kyler Murray and Jacoby Brissett will be under center, as Murray remains limited due to a lingering mid-foot sprain.
Oct 30, 2025
Still dealing with knee injury
Jones (knee) practiced on a limited basis Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Jones appears to be dealing with the same knee issue that capped his practice reps before the Cardinals' last two games before a Week 8 bye. While working with fill-in QB Jacoby Brissett with Kyler Murray (foot) inactive for those contests, Jones hauled in seven of 10 passes for 146 yards and no touchdowns (after combining for a 5-37-0 line on seven targets in his first four appearances of the season). There's a chance Brissett again leads Arizona's offense Monday at Dallas, as Murray kicked off Week 9 prep as a limited participant as well.
Oct 19, 2025
Available in Week 7
Jones (knee) is active for Sunday's game versus the Packers, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Despite just one appearance in practice this week -- he was limited Friday -- Jones will play through a knee injury but remain the Cardinals' No. 3 WR, at best, behind Marvin Harrison and Michael Wilson. In five appearances this season, Jones has put together a 10-116-0 line on 15 targets.
Oct 17, 2025
Questionable for Sunday
Jones (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Packers, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
After beginning the week with three wide receivers either limited or not practicing, the Cardinals have cleared Marvin Harrison (concussion) and Michael Wilson (foot) for Week 7 action, while Jones' status remains up in the air after logging just one capped session (Friday). Jones has served as the team's No. 3 WR this season when healthy, but if he's inhibited or even sidelined Sunday, Greg Dortch would be the likely beneficiary among the team's remaining options at the position.
Oct 17, 2025
Practicing Friday
Jones (knee) returned to practice Friday, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
It's his first practice of the week, after catching five of eight targets for 79 yards in a loss to the Colts on Sunday. Jones got far more playing time than usual in the absence of Marvin Harrison, who remains in concussion protocol but has been practicing this week.
Oct 16, 2025
Sits out practice again
Jones (knee) did not practice Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Jones stepped up with a 5-79-0 receiving line (on eight targets) during Arizona's Week 6 loss to the Colts with Marvin Harrison (concussion) making an early exit, but he's now missed back-to-back practices due to a knee injury. He was limited in practice Week 6 due to the same issue, so it's possible that Arizona is simply now taking extra caution with Jones' activity level due to Harrison being uncertain for Week 7. On a positive note for the Cardinals, Michael Wilson (foot) resume practicing in full Thursday.
Oct 15, 2025
No activity at walkthrough
Jones (knee) didn't take part in Wednesday's walkthrough, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones took advantage of the early exit of Marvin Harrison in the second quarter of Sunday's defeat in Indianapolis due to a concussion. Overall, Jones' 79 percent snap share represented a season high, and he parlayed a campaign-best eight targets into five catches for 79 yards and no touchdowns. Jones was limited in all three Week 6 practices due to a knee issue, so his absence Wednesday could be related to maintenance. With Marvin Harrison (concussion) and Michael Wilson (foot) also tending to health concerns this week, the trio will be monitored closely to get a sense of who among them may be available Sunday against the Packers.
Oct 12, 2025
Surprise receiving leader in loss
Jones brought in five of eight targets for 79 yards in the Cardinals' 31-27 loss to the Colts on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Jones was the Cardinals' surprise leader in receiving yards while checking in second in both receptions and targets. The combination of Marvin Harrison's second-quarter exit due to a concussion and Jacoby Brissett drawing a spot start in place of Kyler Murray (foot) appear to have conspired to generate Jones' season-best performance, as the veteran receiver had come into the afternoon with just a 5-37-0 receiving line on seven targets through four games. If Harrison remains sidelined for next Sunday's Week 7 home game against the Packers, Jones could enjoy an expanded role again versus Green Bay.
Oct 12, 2025
Active in Week 6
Jones (knee) is listed as active Sunday in Indianapolis, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
After being limited in practice for all of Week 6 prep due to a knee injury, Jones was listed as questionable for Sunday's game. Now that his availability has been confirmed, he'll continue to serve as the Cardinals' No. 3 WR behind Marvin Harrison and Michael Wilson, which so far has amounted to a modest 5-37-0 line on seven targets in four contests for Jones this season.
Oct 10, 2025
Questionable for Sunday
Jones (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Indianapolis, Bo Brack of GoPHNX.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones' practice reps were capped during the entirety of Week 6 prep due to a knee injury, and his status for Sunday will be clarified about 90 minutes before a 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. If Jones is able to suit up, who will be under center for the Cardinals is up in the air considering Kyler Murray (foot) managed just one limited practice this week and is listed as questionable. Jacoby Brissett will get the nod at quarterback if Murray is inactive.
Oct 9, 2025
Another limited session
Jones (knee) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones maintained his activity level from one day prior, giving him only one more chance to log a full session Friday before Arizona potentially tags him with a designation in advance of Sunday's game at Indianapolis. He's operated as the Cardinals' No. 3 WR when available this season, but he's mustered just a 5-37-0 line on seven targets in four contests.
Oct 8, 2025
Dealing with knee issue
Jones was limited at Wednesday's practice due to a knee injury, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
After sitting out Week 4 with a concussion, Jones returned to action this past Sunday against the Titans and gathered in two of three targets for eight yards on a 50 percent snap share. With a new health concern in tow, his status will be watched as the week continues to get a sense of his odds to play Sunday at Indianapolis.
Oct 7, 2025
Catches two passes in loss
Jones caught two of three targets for eight yards in the Cardinals' loss to the Titans on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Jones returned from his one-week absence due to a concussion and played 50 percent of the offensive snaps. He has an uninspiring 5-37-0 receiving line on seven targets across four games this season and is well off the fantasy radar.
Oct 3, 2025
Out of concussion protocol
Jones (concussion) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game versus the Titans, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones sat out Week 4 against the Seahawks due to a concussion, but after following up Wednesday's limited practice with back-to-back uncapped sessions, he's progressed enough to gain clearance from an independent neurologist. He'll slot back in as Arizona's No. 3 WR behind Marvin Harrison and Michael Wilson on Sunday, but Jones has put together just a 3-29-0 line on four targets in three appearances this season.
Oct 2, 2025
Logs full practice Thursday
Jones (concussion) practiced in full Thursday, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones was diagnosed with a concussion following a Week 3 loss at San Francisco and sat out last Thursday's game against the Seahawks, but he made clear progress through the protocol for head injuries this week, logging a limited session Wednesday and an uncapped practice one day later. He'll still need to gain clearance from an independent neurologist in order to be available Sunday versus the Titans.
Oct 1, 2025
Gets back to limited practice
Jones (concussion) practiced in a limited capacity Wednesday, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
After coming out of a Week 3 loss in San Francisco with a concussion, Jones didn't practice last week in advance of being inactive Thursday against the Seahawks. Logging some on-field work Wednesday is a step in the right direction as he makes his way through the protocol for head injuries, but he likely will need to progress to full by week's end in order to avoid a designation for Sunday's game versus the Titans.
Sep 24, 2025
Ruled out for Thursday
Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon said Wednesday that Jones (concussion) is ruled out for Thursday's game against the Seahawks, Dani Sureck of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones will miss Week 4, making his next opportunity to retake the field Week 5 against Tennessee on Oct. 05. In order to face the Titans then, he'll need to fully clear the concussion protocol. With Jones unavailable versus Seattle, Greg Dortch will figure to see an uptick in snaps and routes behind Marvin Harrison and Michael Wilson.
Sep 22, 2025
In concussion protocol
Coach Jonathan Gannon said Monday that Jones emerged from Sunday's loss in San Francisco with a concussion, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports.
ANALYSIS
Gannon added that the injury occurred on the Cardinals' last offensive play, which was a Kyler Murray deep shot to Jones at the two-minute warning. Jones logged 33 of 66 snaps on offense Week 3 en route to two catches (on three targets) for 25 yards. With a short week to prepare for Thursday's game against the Seahawks, he'll likely be hard-pressed to make his way through the protocol for head and injuries and suit up for Week 4 action.
Sep 17, 2025
Not involved against Panthers
Jones failed to record a single target in Sunday's 27-22 win over the Panthers.
ANALYSIS
Jones was a complete non-factor against Carolina despite playing 51 percent of the Cardinals' offensive snaps in the contest. With Arizona's aerial attack mostly going through Trey McBride and Marvin Harrison, Jones has been left with little to no action while competing for leftover targets with fellow wideouts Michael Wilson and Greg Dortch. Nonethless, the 30-year-old veteran will have his next opportunity to be involved in a Week 3 matchup against the 49ers.
Sep 10, 2025
One target in Week 1
Jones caught his only target for four yards during Sunday's 20-13 win in New Orleans.
ANALYSIS
Jones ranked third among Cardinals wide receivers in offensive snap share with 47 percent behind Marvin Harrison (89 percent) and Michael Wilson (67 percent). Unsurprisingly, Harrison led the way with 5-71-1 on six targets, while Jones nearly matched Wilson's 1-5-0 line (on four targets). In an offense dominated by TE Trey McBride, Harrison and RB James Conner when it comes to looks from QB Kyler Murray, Jones is merely provided with scraps with which to produce.
Aug 4, 2025
First-teamer on initial depth chart
Jones is listed among the first-team offense on the Cardinals' first unofficial depth chart of training camp, Bo Brack of GoPHNX.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Such depth charts need to be taken with a grain of salt, considering they're put together by media relations staff. Nevertheless, it's somewhat notable to see him and not Greg Dortch listed among the starters, especially after the former managed just eight catches and 240 offensive snaps in 11 games last season (as opposed to Dortch's 37 and 407, respectively, in 17 contests). Dortch operates primarily out of the slot, though, so the fact he's listed as the No. 2 behind Michael Wilson (concussion) indicates Wilson may have more of an even split between outside and slot reps in 2025. In such a scenario, Jones could take advantage as an outside option alongside No. 1 Marvin Harrison (knee/illness).
Mar 11, 2025
Re-signs with Arizona
Jones agreed to a one-year, $4.4 million deal with the Cardinals on Tuesday, Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones recorded eight receptions for 84 yards in 11 games this past season following a five-game suspension for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy. The veteran receiver only recorded two starts and was primarily used as a fourth wideout behind Marvin Harrison, Michael Wilson and Greg Dortch, a group that figures to see additional competition added either via free agency or draft picks in the coming weeks.
Feb 17, 2025
Career-worst campaign in 2024
Jones notched eight catches (on 11 targets) for 84 yards and no touchdowns in 11 contests during the 2024 regular season.
ANALYSIS
Jones' season debut was delayed by a five-game suspension for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy and a subsequent one-game roster exemption, but even upon suiting up Week 7, he logged two targets in four outings before the Cardinals' Week 11 bye and nine targets thereafter. Overall, he reached double-digit receiving yards in a game just three times for his fewest overall in a campaign since 2020 (154 as a member of the Raiders). The soon-to-be 30-year-old is an unrestricted free agent in March, so his recent lacking output may not equate to much interest on the open market.
Dec 10, 2024
Draws two targets in Week 14
Jones played 24 of the Cardinals' 71 snaps on offense and finished with a 13-yard reception on two targets in Sunday's 30-18 loss to the Seahawks.
ANALYSIS
Jones finished fourth among Arizona wideouts in snaps, with Marvin Harrison (60) and Michael Wilson (59) finishing comfortably ahead of him and Greg Dortch (27) narrowly beating him out. The 29-year-old had played more snaps than Dortch in both of the previous three games, but he went without a target in all of those contests. With Harrison, Wilson, tight end Trey McBride and running back James Conner all greater priorities in the passing attack, Jones likely won't have an opportunity to see enough volume to make a splash in fantasy over the Cardinals' final four games of the season.
Oct 23, 2024
Non-factor in Week 7
Jones failed to secure his lone target in Monday's 17-15 win over the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
Jones made his season debut Monday after missing the first six games of the campaign, albeit it in a limited role. The veteran wideout played just 11 of the Cardinals' 57 offensive snaps in the contest behind fellow receivers Marvin Harrison (48), Michael Wilson (44) and Greg Dortch (17). Buried on Arizona's depth chart as a member of an inconsistent passing attack, Jones should remain far off the fantasy radar heading into a Week 8 matchup against the Dolphins.
Oct 17, 2024
Full practice Thursday
Jones (hamstring) was a full practice participant Friday, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
After missing the first six games of the campaign, five of them due to a suspension for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy, Jones now has a clear runway to a role in Arizona's offense. With Marvin Harrison (concussion) and Michael Wilson (ankle) both limited to kick off Week 7 prep, Jones is getting valuable reps in team drills, which may translate to the field Monday against the Chargers.
Oct 14, 2024
Back on active roster
The Cardinals lifted Jones' (hamstring) one-game roster exemption Monday.
ANALYSIS
Jones thus is back on the Cardinals' active roster for the first time since the NFL handed him a five-game suspension Aug. 23 for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy. The ban actually was lifted last Monday, but Arizona was granted the roster exemption at the same time, giving them until this Monday to activate him. Jones then picked up a hamstring injury last Thursday, which seemingly was enough for the team to hold him out Sunday at Green Bay. The Cards play next Monday against the Chargers, meaning his health may not receive clarity until Thursday's practice report, at the earliest.
Oct 11, 2024
Won't play this week
Jones (hamstring) won't play in Sunday's game at Green Bay, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Reinstated from a five-game suspension at the beginning of the week, Jones will now miss a sixth game while nursing a hamstring injury. The Cardinals have a one-game roster exemption, giving them until Monday to place Jones back on the active roster. It apparently won't happen before Sunday's game, with coach Jonathan Gannon noting Friday that the wide receiver is dealing with discomfort in his hamstring after returning to practice Wednesday.
Oct 10, 2024
Limited by hamstring
Jones (suspension) was limited at Thursday's practice due to a hamstring injury, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Reinstated from his five-game suspension to begin the season on Monday, Jones then had a one-game roster exemption placed on him by the Cardinals, giving the team until Monday, Oct. 14 to bring him back to the active roster. Arizona released WR Chris Moore on Wednesday, thereby opening up an immediate roster spot for Jones, but the latter now is dealing with a health concern of unknown severity. Arizona can clear up any questions about Jones' status for Week 6 on Friday's injury report, but he'll need to have the exemption removed by Saturday at 4:00 p.m. ET on Saturday to have any chance to play Sunday at Green Bay.
Oct 9, 2024
Logs full practice Wednesday
Jones (suspension) practiced fully Wednesday, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Since he was reinstated from his five-game suspension to begin the season Monday, Jones has had a one-game roster exemption placed upon him, which gives the Cardinals until Monday, Oct. 14 to add him to the active roster. They seemingly plan to do so before then, as a spot on the roster opened up Wednesday with the release of fellow WR Chris Moore. In the end, Arizona must make a decision by 4:00 p.m. ET on Saturday in order for Jones to be available Sunday at Green Bay.
Oct 7, 2024
Suspension over, but has roster exemption
Jones' suspension was lifted Monday, but the Cardinals were granted a one-game roster exemption, giving the team a deadline of Monday, Oct. 14 to reinstate him to the active roster or otherwise release him, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones opened the 2024 campaign with a five-game ban for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy. With five games behind Arizona, the team now can evaluate him in practice this week and bring him back to the active roster at any point in the next week, including in advance of Sunday's contest at Green Bay. Coach Jonathan Gannon spoke of the wide receiver Monday, saying he's "excited about Zay adding in here. We'll find the right ways to deploy him, and he's a playmaker for us, can play all three positions, and he can make plays." Considering those comments, releasing Jones doesn't seem to be an option for the Cardinals, so he likely will make his debut with the team this weekend or Week 6 against the Chargers on Monday, Oct. 21.
Oct 7, 2024
Suspension to be lifted
Jones (suspension) is slated to be reinstated from the reserve/suspended list Monday, though the Cardinals aren't expected to immediately return him to the 53-man roster, Howard Balzer of USA Today reports.
ANALYSIS
Arizona is expected to request, and receive, a temporary roster exemption of one or two weeks for Jones, per Balzer. The veteran wide receiver received a five-game suspension back in August, relating to a Nov. 13 arrest. Jones will be eligible to suit up Sunday on the road against Green Bay, at the earliest, but it sounds like the Cardinals could wait a game or two to catch him up to speed. Once deemed ready, Jones figures to compete with Greg Dortch for work alongside Marvin Harrison and Michael Wilson.
Aug 23, 2024
Suspended five games
Jones has been suspended for the first five games of the season for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Per Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com, Jones will be eligible for reinstatement Oct. 7 following the Cardinals' Week 5 game against the 49ers. As a result, the soonest Jones will be able to see regular-season action is Oct. 13 against the Packers. With Jones slated to be unavailable out of the gate this season, Marvin Harrison, Michael Wilson and Greg Dortch are in line to head the team's WR corps Sept. 8 against the Bills.
Jul 26, 2024
Mostly working with backups
Michael Wilson has been working ahead of Jones early in training camp, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones still has time to make an impression this summer and potentially challenge Wilson or slot man Greg Dortch for a top-three role at wide receiver. However, the Cardinals might prefer to deploy Jones as an experienced backup who can fill in at multiple receiver spots, in which case any fantasy value would be contingent on Wilson, Dortch or third overall pick Marvin Harrison missing time / getting benched.
May 10, 2024
Interesting landing spot in Arizona
Jones and the Cardinals agreed to terms Friday on a contract, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones' deal is reportedly a one-year contract worth up to $4.25 million, per Jordan Schultz of BleacherReport.com. The big-bodied veteran was released by Jacksonville after the team's selection of Brian Thomas in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft, but he now finds a landing spot in the desert with a clear spot to starting in three-wide sets. No. 4 overall pick Marvin Harrison profiles as the alpha in Arizona's wideout room, while tight end Trey McBride could be quarterback Kyler Murray's second most trusted playmaker, but Jones could well solidify himself over Michael Wilson. Jones was limited to nine games last season, but in 2022 he logged a 82-823-5 receiving line on 121 targets.
Apr 30, 2024
Released by Jacksonville
The Jaguars released Jones on Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Jones' release comes shortly following Jacksonville's selection of rookie Brian Thomas in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. The 29-year-old missed all but nine games last season due to a PCL injury, and despite now being healthy, his release saves the Jaguars a notable $4.2 million in cap space. In addition to Thomas, Christian Kirk and Gabe Davis round out Trevor Lawrence's clear top three wideouts, while Jones will work to find a landing spot elsewhere in the league.
Mar 13, 2024
No longer facing charges
A misdemeanor domestic battery charge against Jones was dismissed Tuesday, Mark Long of the Associated Press reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones was arrested in November, and the dismissal of legal charges doesn't preclude an NFL suspension. He has one year remaining on a three-year, $24 million contract with the Jaguars, though there's been speculation of an upcoming release for cap reasons.
Jan 10, 2024
Targeted nine times in finale
Jones caught six of nine targets for 47 yards in Sunday's 28-20 loss to the Titans.
ANALYSIS
Jones played the most offensive snaps (66) of any Jaguars pass catcher Sunday in his return from a two-game absence with both knee and hamstring injuries. The veteran wideout's six receptions were a season high, finishing the season with 34 catches 321 yards and two touchdown in just nine games. Jones was plagued by a knee injury for much of the season, drastically limiting his potential throughout the 2023 campaign. The 28-year-old will enter the final year of his three-year deal with Jacksonville next season, so he'll look to bounce back and be a more consistent contributor in 2024.
Jan 7, 2024
Returning from two-game absence
Jones (knee/hamstring) is active for Sunday's game against the Titans.
ANALYSIS
Jones was a limited participant in practice throughout the week, but he evidently demonstrated enough progress in his recovery from his respective lower-body injuries to make his return Sunday following a two-game absence. The Jaguars haven't indicated whether Jones will be in store for a full workload, but with Christian Kirk (groin) inactive for Week 18 despite being activated from injured reserve, the team won't have much established competition for reps behind No. 1 wideout Calvin Ridley. Jones will be making just his ninth appearance of the season Sunday, as knee issues also cost him time in Weeks 3 and 4 and Weeks 6 through 10.
Jan 7, 2024
Looks set to play
Jones (hamstring/knee) is expected to play in Sunday's game against the Titans, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones is officially listed as questionable for the contest due to the pair of injuries, which prevented him from playing in Weeks 16 and 17. He was involved in each of the Jaguars' three practices this week, albeit as a limited participant. Jones seems to have demonstrated enough progress to put himself on a path to play Sunday, but official word on his status won't arrive until Jacksonville releases its inactive list 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff. The 28-year-old has appeared in just eight games this season and is averaging 3.5 catches and 34.3 yards per contest while scoring two touchdowns.
Jan 5, 2024
Questionable for key Week 18 game
Jones (knee/hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Titans.
ANALYSIS
Jones, fellow wide receiver Christian Kirk (groin) and quarterback Trevor Lawrence (shoulder/finger) are all listed as questionable after each of them was a limited participant in all three of Jacksonville's practices this week. Jones has missed eight games this season due to injuries, including the last two. Per Demetrius Harvey of the Florida Times-Union, coach Doug Pederson said Friday that he expects Jones to be active Sunday.
Jan 4, 2024
Stays limited in practice
Jones (hamstring/knee) was a limited practice participant Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Jones has now been listed as a limited participant on six consecutive practice reports, but because he's missed the Jaguars' last two games due to the pair of injuries, he may need to upgrade to full participation Friday to guarantee his availability for Sunday's contest versus the Titans. At the very least, Jones should take a questionable tag into the weekend if he maintains limited participation Friday. If Jones does gain clearance to play in the regular-season finale, he could find himself down to third in the pecking order at receiver behind Calvin Ridley and Christian Kirk (groin), the latter of whom has turned in a pair of limited practices this week since being designated for return from injured reserve.
Jan 3, 2024
Limited Wednesday
Jones (hamstring/knee) was limited in Wednesday's practice, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones got in limited reps last week at practice but was eventually deemed inactive for Week 17 against Carolina. Perhaps he has a better chance to suit up this Sunday versus Tennessee with the AFC South on the line for the Jaguars. Jones has been injured for what seems like all season. He's already missed eight games to various injuries.
Dec 31, 2023
Out Week 17
Jones (hamstring/knee) is officially inactive for Sunday's game against the Panthers.
ANALYSIS
The 28-year-old was considered questionable after working as a limited participant at practice all week, and he'll miss his eighth game of the season due to injuries. Jones would have served as Jacksonville's No. 2 wideout if available, though his upside was likely to be limited with Trevor Lawrence (shoulder) previously ruled out. Parker Washington, Tim Jones, Elijah Cooks and return man Jamal Agnew should all take on increased roles behind top receiver Calvin Ridley in the penultimate game of the regular season.
Dec 31, 2023
Unlikely to suit up Sunday
Jones (hamstring/knee) remains listed as questionable but isn't expected to play in Sunday's game against the Panthers, Aditi Kinkhabwala of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones was a limited participant in practices throughout the week while managing his pair of lower-body injuries, but he ultimately looks poised to miss his second straight game and his eighth overall of the season. Official word on his status will arrive when Jacksonville posts its inactive list 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff, but assuming Jones is out this week, the Jaguars would be left with Parker Washington, Jamal Agnew, Tim Jones and Elijah Cooks as their available receivers behind No. 1 option Calvin Ridley.
Dec 29, 2023
Questionable after limited practice
Jones (knee/hamstring) remained limited in practice Friday and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Panthers.
ANALYSIS
Jones missed Jacksonville's previous game but has a chance to return Sunday for what would be his ninth appearance in 16 opportunities this season. With Trevor Lawrence (shoulder) ruled out, Jones would have C.J. Beathard as his quarterback against Carolina's stingy secondary if the wide receiver suits up.
Dec 28, 2023
Another limited practice
Jones (hamstring/knee) remained limited at practice Thursday.
ANALYSIS
After having logged back-to-back limited sessions, Jones figures to need to practice fully Friday in order to avoid an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Panthers. On the plus side, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com relayed Tuesday that head coach Doug Pederson expressed optimism that Jones -- who was inactive in Week 16 -- could return to action this weekend.
Dec 27, 2023
Logs limited practice
Jones (hamstring/knee) was limited at practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Per Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com, coach Doug Pederson expressed optimism Tuesday that Jones could play Sunday against the Panthers, and the wideout's participation in practice Wednesday -- albeit in a limited fashion -- supports that notion. That said, Jones will presumably need to practice fully by Friday in order to avoid a Week 17 injury designation.
Dec 26, 2023
Optimism for Week 17
Speaking Tuesday, coach Doug Pederson expressed optimism that Jones (hamstring) could play Sunday against the Panthers, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Pederson said Jones will practice Wednesday. The veteran wideout pulled up lame in the Week 15 loss to the Ravens and was forced to miss the Jaguars' Christmas Eve contest with the Bucs. With Christian Kirk (groin) still out on injured reserve, the flailing Jaguars badly need any wideout help they can get. Tim Jones, Parker Washington and Jamal Agnew soaked up the wide receiver snaps behind Calvin Ridley versus Tampa Bay.
Dec 24, 2023
Won't play Sunday
Jones (hamstring/knee) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.
ANALYSIS
After not practicing Wednesday and Thursday, Jones was able to practice in a limited fashion Friday, while approaching Sunday's contest listed as questionable. However, now that he's been deemed inactive versus Tampa Bay, fellow WRs Calvin Ridley and Parker Washington along with TE Evan Engram figure to lead the Jaguars' Week 16 pass-catching corps, with Jamal Agnew, Tim Jones and Elijah Cooks also in the mix. Jones will target a potential return to action Dec. 31 against the Panthers.
Dec 24, 2023
Not expected to take on Tampa
Jones (hamstring) is not expected to play Sunday versus the Buccaneers, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones is officially listed as questionable with a hamstring injury, but coach Doug Pederson stated Friday that the slot man isn't on track to be available at Tampa Bay. Pederson did label Jones 'week-to-week,' so the bigger question may be whether the veteran wideout will be ready to return Week 17 against Carolina. If Jones is indeed listed among Jacksonville's inactives 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 4:05 p.m. kickoff, there will be additional opportunities on offense available for Parker Washington and Jamal Agnew behind top receiver Calvin Ridley.
Dec 22, 2023
Questionable but likely to sit
Jones (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.
ANALYSIS
Coach Doug Pederson said earlier Friday that Jones likely won't be able to play Sunday, but the Jaguars aren't ready to officially rule the slot receiver out on their final injury report. If Jones sits out as expected, Parker Washington and Jamal Agnew could see additional opportunities behind Calvin Ridley. It remains to be seen which quarterback will be throwing the ball to Jacksonville's receivers Sunday, as Trevor Lawrence (ankle/concussion) is also listed as questionable.
Dec 22, 2023
Not expected to play Week 16
Coach Doug Pederson said Friday that Jones (hamstring) is "probably not" going to suit up Sunday versus Tampa Bay, Mia O'Brien of 1010 XL 92.5 FM Jacksonville reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones, who Pederson recently called week-to-week, looks set to miss at least one contest due to the hamstring injury he sustained in this past Sunday's 23-7 loss to the Ravens. Considering that Jones has already missed back-to-back practices, it wouldn't be surprising to also see him sidelined during Friday's session. Pederson did, however, note that Jones is making progress, which lends optimism to the idea that he could be available Dec. 31 versus the Panthers. On a plus note for Jacksonville, Trevor Lawrence (concussion) is set to resume practicing Friday, per John Shipley of SI.com.
Dec 21, 2023
Still not practicing
Jones (knee/hamstring) remained sidelined at practice Thursday, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones missed Wednesday's practice as well, so what (if anything) the wideout is able to do during Friday's session will be telling with regard to his chances of suiting up Sunday against the Buccaneers. If Jones ends up sidelined this weekend, Parker Washington and Jamal Agnew would be candidates to see added Week 16 opportunities alongside fellow WR Calvin Ridley.
Dec 20, 2023
Begins Week 16 prep with DNP
Jones (hamstring) isn't practicing Wednesday, Juston W. Lewis of Jacksonville.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Both Jones and Trevor Lawrence (concussion) were missing from practice Wednesday. Jones was called week-to-week by coach Doug Pederson earlier Wednesday, so his absence is hardly surprising. If Jones is unable to play Sunday against the Buccaneers, Parker Washington and Jamal Agnew could be in line for larger roles in a Jacksonville offense that could have C.J. Beathard at quarterback.
Dec 20, 2023
Called week-to-week by coach
Coach Doug Pederson said Wednesday that Jones (hamstring) is week-to-week, John Shipley of SI.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones injured his hamstring late during Jacksonville's 23-7 loss to the Ravens in Week 15, and it seems like the issue could require him to miss some time. The wideout was also dealing with a knee injury prior to leaving the Sunday night loss. With Christian Kirk (groin) already on short-term IR, any missed time on Jones' part would provide a path for Parker Washington and Jamal Agnew to handle expanded roles behind Calvin Ridley.
Dec 18, 2023
Suffers hamstring injury late
Jones (hamstring) caught five of eight targets for 59 yards before suffering a hamstring injury in the second half of Sunday's 23-7 loss to the Ravens, according to Jaguars' beat reporter John Shipley.
ANALYSIS
Jones did not return to the game and head coach Doug Pederson commented that the injury "looked bad on the field." This isn't great news for Jones, who was already dealing with a knee injury prior to leaving Sunday's contest. The team will likely release more details in the coming days as Jones receives treatment. For the time being, the wideout should be considered questionable for next Sunday's matchup against Tampa Bay.
Dec 15, 2023
Ready to face Ravens
Jones (knee) doesn't carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Ravens, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones was limited in practice this week, but he'll play through his knee issue this weekend, and in the process will have an opportunity to maintain a key role in a Jaguars' WR corps that will be without Christian Kirk, who is on IR with a groin injury. In the Jaguars' 31-27 loss to the Browns in Week 14, Jones caught five of his 14 targets for 29 yards. With continued volume in terms or snaps and targets alongside fellow WR Calvin Ridley presumably on tap this weekend, Jones profiles as a bounce-back candidate versus Baltimore, as long as he and QB Trevor Lawrence can mesh better than they did against Cleveland.
Dec 14, 2023
Gets in limited practice Thursday
Jones (knee) remained limited in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Jones has been dealing with the knee issue all season and has played in four straight games. There's little reason to expect this week to be any different, and Jones should be out there Sunday night against Baltimore. With Christian Kirk (groin, IR) sidelined, Jones is being counted on to log heavy snaps alongside Calvin Ridley and rookie Parker Washington. Jones is coming off a season-high 14 targets last week in Cleveland, but he turned them into an empty 5-29-0 line.
Dec 13, 2023
Limited with knee injury
Jones (knee) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
It's presumably the same knee injury that Jones has been dealing with since September. He's now played four straight games after missing six of seven, and he piled up 22 targets the past two weeks while taking 93 and 84 percent of snaps on offense -- the larger role born of necessity due to Christian Kirk's season-ending core muscle injury. Efficiency has been an issue for Jones this year -- even more so than last season -- with his catch rate plummeting to 48.9 percent and his yards per target to 4.6 after he managed only five caches for 29 yards on 14 targets in the 31-27 loss to Cleveland in Week 14. He'll face another tough secondary this Sunday with the Ravens coming to Jacksonville.
Dec 11, 2023
Minimal production on 14 targets
Jones caught five of 14 targets for 29 yards during Sunday's 31-27 loss to the Browns.
ANALYSIS
Jones led Jacksonville in targets but finished fourth on the team in receiving yards. The 28-year-old played 84 percent of the offensive snaps with Christian Kirk (groin) on injured reserve and should continue to see a heavy snap share moving forward, though the current state of the Jaguars' passing game makes Jones a bit of a volatile fantasy option.
Dec 8, 2023
No injury designation versus Browns
Jones (knee) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Browns, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones was limited in all three of Jacksonville's practices throughout the week, but he avoided an injury designation Friday. With fellow wide receiver Christian Kirk (groin) having been placed on injured reserve Friday, Jones and Parker Washington could see more opportunities moving forward. Jones posted a season-high 78 receiving yards after Kirk got injured Monday, but it remains to be seen if Trevor Lawrence (ankle) or C.J. Beathard will start at quarterback for Jacksonville.
Dec 7, 2023
Another limited session
Jones (knee) remained limited at practice Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Jones was also limited Wednesday, so he'll probably need to practice fully Friday in order to avoid an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Browns. If Jones is available this weekend, he could be busy, with fellow WR Christian Kirk sidelined by a ore muscle injury.
Dec 6, 2023
Limited in practice.
Jones (knee) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones should be able to play for a third straight week while managing the knee injury, after missing six of eight games Weeks 3-11. His importance to the Jaguars is heightened after Christian Kirk suffered a core muscle injury that will require surgery, but it might be tough for Jones to repeat his season-high 78 receiving yards from Monday's loss to the Bengals if he's catching passes from C.J. Beathard (shoulder) instead of Trevor Lawrence (high ankle sprain) this Sunday against the Browns.
Dec 5, 2023
Season-high 78 yards Monday
Jones caught five of eight targets for 78 yards in Monday's 34-31 overtime loss to the Bengals.
ANALYSIS
Jones and rookie wide receiver Parker Washington (six catches for 61 yards and a touchdown) stepped up after Christian Kirk (groin) got hurt on Jacksonville's first drive. Jones finished second on the team in receiving yards and tied Calvin Ridley for second in targets, trailing the nine targets and 82 yards of tight end Evan Engram. Jacksonville's entire passing game is likely to take a step back if franchise quarterback Trevor Lawrence (ankle) misses additional time after exiting in the fourth quarter, which will make it tough for Jones to build on this season-high yardage total in Week 14 against the Browns.
Nov 27, 2023
Catches one pass Week 12
Jones caught one of three targets for 10 yards during Sunday's 24-21 win over Houston.
ANALYSIS
The 28-year-old played 71 percent of Jacksonville's offensive snaps as the No. 3 wideout but finished sixth on the team in targets. Jones hasn't been particularly productive the past two weeks with five catches for 30 yards after missing the previous four games with a knee injury.
Nov 26, 2023
Gains clearance for Week 12
Jones (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Texans.
ANALYSIS
Jones has missed six of the Jaguars' past eight games due to his knee issue and was a limited participant in practices Wednesday through Friday, but the coaching and training staffs were apparently encouraged enough with his health to give him the green light for Sunday. He'll suit up in consecutive games for the first time since Weeks 1 and 2. In Jones' return to the lineup in last week's win over the Titans, he played 43 snaps on offense and finished with four catches for 20 yards on four targets.
Nov 24, 2023
Questionable after limited practice
Jones (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Texans.
ANALYSIS
Jones put forth a third consecutive limited practice Friday, per Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio. He returned from a five-game absence in Week 11 against Tennessee and played 63 percent of offensive snaps in the 34-14 win. Jones has caught 12 of 22 targets for 98 yards and two touchdowns in four appearances this season, and he'll hope to get a chance to add to those totals Sunday.
Nov 23, 2023
Remains limited Thursday
Jones (knee) remained listed as limited on Thursday's practice report.
ANALYSIS
Jones was also limited Wednesday, so he'll need to upgrade to full participation Friday in order to approach Sunday's game against the Texans without an injury designation. In his return to action in Week 11 after missing time with a knee injury, Jones logged a 63 percent snap share in the Jaguars' 34-14 win over the Titans, while catching all four of his targets for 20 yards.
Nov 22, 2023
Limited in practice to start week
Jones (knee) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Jones returned from a five-week absence for Sunday's 34-14 win over the Titans and caught each of his four targets for 20 yards while playing 63 percent of snaps on offense. It seems he may have to manage his knee for the rest of the year, but a key AFC South matchup with Houston this Sunday is one of the games were a more aggressive approach could make sense. Either way, Jones probably isn't at his best right now and doesn't figure to be as much of a priority as Calvin Ridley and Christian Kirk.
Nov 20, 2023
Quiet showing in return
Jones caught all four of his targets for 20 yards during Sunday's 34-14 win against the Titans.
ANALYSIS
Jones' four targets ranked fourth among Jacksonville's pass catchers, though the four receptions tied for second. The 28-year-old's knee didn't appear to be an issue after missing the previous five games, as he clearly worked as the Jags' No. 3 wideout and played 63 percent of the offensive snaps. Calvin Ridley and Christian Kirk remain locked in as Jacksonville's top wide receivers, which likely leaves Jones as a volatile fantasy option.
Nov 19, 2023
Back for Week 11
Jones (knee) is officially active for Sunday's game against the Titans.
ANALYSIS
The 28-year-old has played in just three games this season and hasn't seen the field since Week 5 due to the knee injury, but he's back for Sunday's divisional matchup versus Tennessee. Even if he remains healthy, Jones was arrested for a misdemeanor battery charge Monday, which could affect his availability at some point. In his three games this year he's caught eight of 18 targets for 78 yards and two touchdowns.
Nov 17, 2023
Questionable for Sunday
Jones (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Tennessee, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones suffered a knee injury Week 2 but played through it, and he's made just one appearance (Week 5) since then, missing six games as a result. He has the added issue of Monday's arrest for a misdemeanor domestic battery charge, which may have legal and work-related impacts down the line. After managing limited practices all week, Jones now has a chance to return Sunday, which will be confirmed, one way or another, about 90 minutes before a 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff.
Nov 16, 2023
Returns to limited practice
Jones (knee) was limited in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
It's been quite the week for Jones. He was arrested Monday, released from jail Tuesday, and then missed practice Wednesday. He's missed six of the last seven games with the knee injury, and it remains to be seen if he'll be able to play Sunday against the Titans.
Nov 15, 2023
Not practicing
Jones (knee) did not practice Wednesday, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Dealing with a knee injury for the past two months, Jones was then arrested Monday for a misdemeanor domestic battery charge. He's unlikely to play this Sunday's game against the Titans and may also miss more time beyond Week 11 (be it due to the injury or arrest).
Nov 14, 2023
Released from jail
Jones (knee) was released from jail Tuesday on a $2,503 bond, Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones was arrested Monday and charged with misdemeanor domestic battery causing bodily harm. He's scheduled to appear in court Wednesday, Dec. 6. "We are aware of the situation and are in the midst of gathering information. We will have no further comment at this time," the Jaguars said in a statement released by the team.
Nov 13, 2023
Gets arrested Monday
Jones was arrested for a misdemeanor domestic battery charge Monday, Ben Arthur of FoxSports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones is set for his first court appearance Tuesday morning. The Jaguars have yet to release a statement regarding the situation.
Nov 10, 2023
Won't play Sunday
Jones (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the 49ers.
ANALYSIS
Jones -- who last played Week 5 -- practiced in a limited fashion this week, but now that the wideout has been ruled out, he'll target a potential return to action Nov. 19 against the Titans. In his continued absence, Tim Jones and Jamal Agnew are in line to see added Week 10 snaps behind Calvin Ridley and Christian Kirk.
Nov 10, 2023
Iffy for Week 10
Coach Doug Pederson noted Friday that it's probably a long shot that Jones (knee) will be able to play against 49ers on Sunday, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The report suggests that the team plans to give Jones another day in order to see if his playing prospects brighten, with further context regarding the wideout's Week 10 status slated to arrive once Friday's injury report is posted. If Jones remains out this weekend, added snaps will be available for Tim Jones and Jamal Agnew behind Calvin Ridley and Christian Kirk.
Nov 9, 2023
Another limited practice
Jones (knee) remained a limited participant at practice Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Jones was also limited Wednesday, which offers hope that the wideout -- who last played Week 5 -- could return to action Sunday against the 49ers. That said, unless Jones practices fully Friday, he'll head into the weekend with an injury designation.
Nov 8, 2023
Limited in return to practice
Jones (knee) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Mia O'Brien of 1010 XL 92.5 FM Jacksonville reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones left practice early after testing his injured knee with the help of a brace, but he said afterward that he's making progress and suggested the brevity of his appearance wasn't indicative of a setback. He also confirmed he got a second opinion on his knee, coming out of a bye week after playing just one of Jacksonville's past six games. Coach Doug Pederson said Monday that a stint on injured reserve was possible, but it looks like Jones will avoid that for the time being even if he's uncertain for Sunday's game against the 49ers.
Nov 8, 2023
Leaves practice early
Jones (knee) was escorted inside Wednesday after briefly doing a change-of-direction drill, Eugene Frenette of the Florida Times-Union reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones tested out his injured knee with the help of a brace, but it doesn't sound like it went particularly well. Coach Doug Pederson said Monday that injured reserve was a possibility for the wideout, with Jones having played in one of Jacksonville's last six games (Week 5 at Buffalo) prior to a Week 9 bye. Placing him on IR now would rule Jones out through Week 13.
Nov 6, 2023
Day-to-day, IR stint possible
Head coach Doug Pederson said Monday that Jones (knee) is considered day-to-day, adding that the Jaguars haven't ruled out placing the receiver on injured reserve, Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union reports.
ANALYSIS
Though Jones took part in a workout Monday, the Jaguars apparently aren't yet convinced that he's fully past the knee injury and subsequent aggravation of the issue that kept him out for five of the team's last six games before a Week 9 bye. Since a stint on IR is still considered a possibility for Jones, he may need to practice in at least a limited capacity this week for the Jaguars to have more confidence that he'll avoid a longer-term absence. If Jones remains out for this Sunday's game against the 49ers, the Jaguars would likely turn to the trio of Tim Jones, Jamal Agnew and Elijah Cooks to share the No. 3 receiver role.
Oct 27, 2023
Ruled out versus Pittsburgh
Jones (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Steelers.
ANALYSIS
This news isn't surprising, as coach Doug Pederson pretty much said as much earlier Friday. Jones will sit for the fifth time in the past six games, paving the way for Jamal Agnew to play a larger role behind Calvin Ridley and Christian Kirk in Jacksonville's receiving corps. The Jaguars will be on bye in Week 9, so Jones' next chance to play will come in Week 10 against the 49ers.
Oct 27, 2023
Likely to remain out Week 8
Coach Doug Pederson said Friday of Jones (knee) that the Jaguars "don't expect him Sunday" against the Steelers, John Shipley of Jaguar Report reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones has appeared in only one of the team's last five games and had to exit that game early after aggravating his knee injury. With the Jaguars on bye in Week 9, Jones' next chance to suit up if he sits out against Pittsburgh would come Nov. 12 against the 49ers. Jones' status for Sunday's game will be confirmed when the Jaguars release their injury report later Friday, but anyone who had been hoping to deploy the wide receiver in fantasy should start lining up alternatives.
Oct 26, 2023
Still not practicing
Jones (knee) didn't take part in Thursday's practice, Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones hasn't practiced in any fashion since exiting in the Jaguars' Oct. 8 win over the Bills with a knee injury. Before that game, he had already missed the Jaguars' prior two contests with the same injury. Unless Jones can get back on the practice field in some capacity Friday, he'll likely be ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Steelers, which would mark his fifth absence in six weeks.
Oct 25, 2023
Misses another practice
Jones (knee) didn't practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Jones, who last suited up in Week 5, now has two chances to return to practice ahead of Sunday's game against the Steelers, but the wideout's continued absence Wednesday indicates that his Week 8 status is cloudy. If Jones remains sidelined this weekend, fellow WRs Jamal Agnew and Tim Jones would be in line to see added work behind behind Calvin Ridley and Christian Kirk. J
Oct 18, 2023
Won't play Thursday
Jones (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday night's game against the Saints, Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union reports.
ANALYSIS
With Jones still sidelined in Week 7, look for Jamal Agnew, Tim Jones and Elijah Cooks to see added work behind behind Jacksonville's top two WR options, Calvin Ridley and Christian Kirk. Jones' next chance to see game action will arrive Oct. 29 against the Steelers.
Oct 17, 2023
Sits out another practice
Jones (knee) was a non-participant in Tuesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Jones will have another chance to log some practice reps Wednesday, but at this stage, he appears to be trending toward another missed game Thursday against the Saints. The wideout previously sat out Weeks 3 and 4 with the knee injury before suffering an aggravation in his return to action Week 5.
Oct 16, 2023
Estimated as DNP Monday
Jones (knee) was estimated as DNP on Monday's practice report, Mike Triplett of NewOrleans.Football reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones remains day-to-day after missing Week 6 against the Colts. The veteran wideout missed Weeks 3 and 4 but returned for Week 5 only to aggravate the injury. He has eight catches for 78 yards and two touchdowns on 18 targets this season. Calvin Ridley and Christian Kirk have established themselves as Jacksonville's top two wideouts.
Oct 13, 2023
Won't play Sunday
Jones (knee) won't play Sunday against the Colts.
ANALYSIS
With Jones unavailable versus Indianapolis, look for Jamal Agnew and Tim Jones to see added at receiver behind Jacksonville's top two options, Calvin Ridley and Christian Kirk. Jones' next chance to see game action will come next Thursday against the Saints.
Oct 13, 2023
Coach says he'll miss Week 6
Head coach Doug Pederson expects Jones (knee) to sit out Sunday's game against the Colts, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jacksonville will release its official injury report later Friday, but the update from Pederson suggests Jones' fantasy managers can start fielding alternatives. Jones returned from a two-game absence due to a knee injury in Week 5 but aggravated the injury after scoring his second touchdown in three appearances. Jamal Agnew and Tim Jones could see more playing time if Jones is inactive as expected.
Oct 12, 2023
Misses another practice
Jones (knee) remained sidelined at practice Thursday, Mia O'Brien of 1010 XL 92.5 FM Jacksonville reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones also missed Wednesday's session, so he'll need to practice Friday in some capacity in order to have a decent shot to play Sunday against the Colts. If the wideout is unavailable this weekend, Jamal Agnew and Tim Jones would be in line for added Week 6 snaps behind Calvin Ridley and Christian Kirk.
Oct 11, 2023
Won't practice Wednesday
Head coach Doug Pederson said that Jones (knee) will sit out Wednesday's practice, J.P. Shadrick of the Jaguars' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Pederson added that Jones remains day-to-day, and that imaging results on the receiver's knee didn't reveal a more severe injury. Jones will have two more chances to practice ahead of Sunday's matchup with Indianapolis.
Oct 10, 2023
Considered day-to-day
Jones (knee) is considered day-to-day following tests to diagnose the injury he suffered during Sunday's win over the Bills, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones also missed Weeks 3 and 4 with a knee injury, and he was again forced off the field during Sunday's win after 38 offensive snaps. The wideout's status appears uncertain for Jacksonville's looming Week 6 divisional matchup against the Colts, but it at least appears that he's avoided a long-term issue. Jamal Agnew and Tim Jones will be set for increased roles if Jones has to miss any time.
Oct 9, 2023
Undergoing MRI on knee
Jones (knee) will undergo an MRI on his injured knee Monday, Jamal St. Cyr of WJXT 4 Jacksonville reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones missed Weeks 3 and 4 with a knee injury but was able to return for Sunday's Week 5 win over the Bills, only to leave after 38 offensive snaps with another knee issue. Prior to exiting, Jones caught three of five targets for 23 yards and one touchdown. Jamal Agnew and Tim Jones are next up on the wideout depth chart behind Calvin Ridley and Christian Kirk.
Oct 8, 2023
Exits with knee issue
Jones sustained a knee injury in the third quarter of Sunday's game against the Bills in London and is questionable to return.
ANALYSIS
Jones had been listed as questionable heading into the day with a knee issue that had sidelined him for Jacksonville's previous two games, but it's unclear if his departure Sunday is an aggravation of the prior health concern or if he's dealing with a new injury. Either way, Jones will presumably be evaluated in the locker room before the Jaguars determine whether he's fit to return to the game for the fourth quarter. He recorded three catches for 23 yards and a touchdown prior to his exit.
Oct 8, 2023
Cleared for Week 5 action
Jones (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Bills in London.
ANALYSIS
He'll suit up for the first time since Sept. 17 after missing the Jaguars' last two games due to the knee injury. Though Jones practiced in only a limited capacity Wednesday through Friday, the Jaguars are apparently satisfied enough with his health to give him the green light Sunday. Even though he's available for the Week 5 matchup, it wouldn't be surprising if Jones' snap share lagged behind those of Calvin Ridley and Christian Kirk, who could remain prioritized in two-receiver sets. Jones should still have the edge on the No. 3 role over Jamal Agnew (quadricep), who is returning from a one-game absence of his own.
Oct 6, 2023
Questionable for Week 5
Jones (knee) is listed as
ANALYSIS
Jones was listed as a limited practice participant this week, suggesting that he has a chance to return from his two-game absence versus Buffalo. Also listed as questionable for this weekend's contest in London is fellow WR Jamal Agnew (quad), with the duo's Week 5 availability set to be clarified once inactives are posted ahead of Sunday morning's 9:30 ET kickoff. In two games this season, Jones has caught five of his 13 targets for 55 yards and a TD.
Oct 5, 2023
Logs another limited practice
Jones (knee) remained limited at practice Thursday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
ANALYSIS
The same applies to Jamal Agnew (quad) , which sets the stage for one or both of the wideouts (who were inactive in Week 4) to potentially rejoin the lineup Sunday against the Bills in London. Friday's final injury report will clarify whether Jones approaches the contest with an injury designation or cleared to return to action from a two-game absence.
Oct 4, 2023
Returns to limited practice
Jones (knee) was limited in practice Wednesday, Mia O'Brien of 92.5 FM Jacksonville Radio reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones seems to be trending in the right direction after missing the previous two games due to a knee injury, as he failed to practice at all the previous week. Jacksonville will be playing a second consecutive game in London against the Bills on Sunday, and Jones will have two more opportunities to practice in full and further bolster his chances of returning.
Sep 29, 2023
Won't play Sunday
Jones (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Falcons, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday this week, and coach Doug Pederson said the receiver was a "long shot" to suit up for the Jaguars' game in London. Jones is officially unavailable for a second consecutive week, which should lead to larger roles for Tim Jones and/or Jamal Agnew (questionable - quad) again.
Sep 28, 2023
Remains sidelined Thursday
Jones (knee) didn't practice again Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Per Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union, coach Doug Pederson previously suggested that Jones looks like "a long shot" to play Sunday against the Falcons. Friday's final injury report will reveal whether the wideout has any chance to suit up versus Atlanta this weekend or is ruled out for Jacksonville's Week 4 contest in London.
Sep 27, 2023
Doesn't practice Wednesday
Jones (knee) didn't take part in Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Jones gutted through a knee injury Week 2 against the Chiefs, but he hasn't been able to practice since then as a result of the issue. Earlier Wednesday, coach Doug Pederson told Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union that Jones is a "long shot" to suit up Sunday versus the Falcons in London. If that comes to pass, Jones would miss a second consecutive contest, giving Jamal Agnew and Tim Jones elevated roles behind the Jaguars' top two wide receivers Calvin Ridley and Christian Kirk.
Sep 27, 2023
Iffy for Week 4
Coach Doug Pederson indicated Wednesday that Jones (knee) is day-to-day, per John Shipley of SI.com, but acknowledged that the wideout looks like a "a long shot" to play Sunday against the Falcons, Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union reports.
ANALYSIS
It remains to be seen if Jones -- who didn't practice last week -- will be able to get some on-field work in ahead of Sunday's contest in London, but at this stage it looks like the wideout is trending toward missing his second straight game. If that ends up being the case, Jamal Agnew and Tim Jones would continue to see added snaps this weekend behind top WRs Calvin Ridley and Christian Kirk.
Sep 22, 2023
Won't play Sunday
Jones (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Texans.
ANALYSIS
After gathering in five of seven passes for 55 yards and one touchdown in a Week 1 win at Indianapolis, Jones was blanked on six targets this past Sunday against the Chiefs. On Monday, coach Doug Pederson revealed that Jones was dealing with a knee injury, leaving the wide receiver day-to-day. Jones proceeded to log no practice reps Wednesday through Friday before the Jaguars made a ruling on his Week 3 availability, so his status may be more of a week-to-week proposition at this point.
Sep 21, 2023
Still not practicing
Jones (knee) didn't participate in Thursday's practice, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones didn't practice Wednesday, so what the wideout is able to do Friday will be pivotal with regard to his chances of suiting up Sunday against the Texans. If he's out or limited this weekend, Jamal Agnew and Tim Jones would be candidates to log added snaps at wide receiver behind Calvin Ridley and Christian Kirk.
Sep 20, 2023
Won't practice Wednesday
Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson said Wednesday that Jones (knee) won't practice but remains day-to-day, John Shipley of SI.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones sustained a knee injury during Jacksonville's loss to the Chiefs in Week 2, though he was able to return to the contest after initially leaving in the first half. In the event that Jones isn't able to suit up for Sunday's game against the Texans, Pederson confirmed that Tim Jones will be the next man up to serve as Jacksonville's No. 3 wideout behind Calvin Ridley and Christian Kirk.
Sep 18, 2023
Dealing with knee injury
Coach Doug Pederson said Jones is considered day-to-day with a knee injury and will undergo further testing Monday, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones briefly left the game in the first half with a knee issue but returned and ended up playing 66 percent of the team's offensive snaps. However, he failed to record a reception on six targets. Further clarity on Jones' injury should surface Wednesday when the Jaguars have to release their first injury report of Week 3.
Sep 18, 2023
Nothing on six targets
Jones failed to record a catch on six targets during Sunday's 17-9 loss to the Chiefs.
ANALYSIS
The 28-year-old left the contest during the first half with a knee issue but returned to the field, and he ended up playing 66 percent of Jacksonville's offensive snaps after he played 88 percent in Week 1. Jones couldn't get on the same page with QB Trevor Lawrence, and the veteran finished without a catch for the first time in 20 games (including playoffs) since joining the Jags. Jones remains a key piece of the offense but is likely to be a volatile fantasy option with Calvin Ridley and Christian Kirk operating as the top targets in the passing game.
Sep 17, 2023
Back for second half
Jones (knee) is on the field for the Jaguars' first possession of the second half of Sunday's game against the Chiefs, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones failed to corral either of his two targets before he exited the game in the first half due to a knee injury. Though he briefly returned to the sideline in the second quarter before retreating to the locker room again, Jones has been given the green light to return to action coming out of halftime.
Sep 17, 2023
Hurts knee Sunday
Jones exited Sunday's game against the Chiefs due to a knee injury and is questionable to return, John Oehser of the Jaguars' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Before his exit, Jones didn't record a catch on two targets. In his absence, Jamal Agnew and Tim Jones are candidates to log added snaps at receiver behind Calvin Ridley and Christian Kirk.
Sep 10, 2023
Finds end zone in win
Jones caught five of seven targets for 55 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 31-21 win over the Colts.
ANALYSIS
Calvin Ridley was the top target for Trevor Lawrence in the Jaguars' opener, but Jones also thrived and highlighted his performance with an 18-yard TD catch late in the second quarter. The 28-year-old wideout is coming off a career-best campaign in 2022, his first season in Jacksonville, and while Ridley's presence could make it tough for Jones to match the 121 targets he saw last year, he still figures to be productive. He'll look to build on this performance in a Week 2 clash with Kansas City.
Aug 13, 2023
Converts two-point play
Jones did record an official reception in Saturday's preseason game against the Cowboys, but he teamed up with Trevor Lawrence to complete a two-point attempt in the exhibition win.
ANALYSIS
Jones was active with the starters despite not being targeted, all but confirming his status as the third wideout on the depth chart behind Calvin Ridley and Christian Kirk to begin the year. The 28-year-old posted his best fantasy output after joining the Jaguars last season, but the addition of Ridley this offseason could cut into his targets. Jones will look to get more involved in the team's next preseason game against the Lions on Saturday
Jan 21, 2023
Continues to provide big plays
Jones recorded five receptions on seven targets for 83 yards in Saturday's 27-20 loss to the Chiefs.
ANALYSIS
Jones was doubled in targets by Christian Kirk, but he still managed to lead the Jaguars in receiving yards. His 37-yard reception early in the fourth quarter was the highlight of his performance, and it also marked Jones' seventh reception of 20 yards or more in his last nine games. Jones enjoyed his best season in the NFL in 2022, and he remains under contract with the Jaguars for the 2023 campaign. However, he is likely to lose some opportunity as the team welcomes Calvin Ridley (suspension) into its receiving corps.
Jan 15, 2023
Catches long touchdown
Jones recorded eight receptions on 13 targets for 74 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 31-30 wild-card round win over the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
Jones had only 17 yards on eight targets in the first half, which was representative of the Jaguars' offensive success. However, that frustration disappeared late in the third quarter when Jones broke free from the Chargers' secondary to catch a 39-yard touchdown. Contrary to past seasons, Jones has emerged as a big-play threat of late by recording six receptions of at least 20 yards in his last eight games.
Jan 9, 2023
Quiet showing Week 18
Jones caught four of six targets for 21 yards during Saturday's 20-16 win over the Titans.
ANALYSIS
Jones had a slow finish to the regular season with just eight receptions for 59 yards across the past three games. Still, it was successful first year in Jacksonville for the 27-year-old, and he closed the regular season with career highs in receptions (82) and receiving yards (823). He should continue to work as the Jags' No. 2 wideout for the playoffs.
Jan 1, 2023
Slow day in blowout victory
Jones caught three passes for 24 yards on five targets against Houston on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
It was Marvin Jones who saw the most opportunity Sunday (six catches on seven targets), but given that it was a 31-3 blowout in a meaningless contest it's difficult to make any grand conclusions based on the game's numbers. Zay will likely be counted on for more when the Jaguars attempt to take down Tennessee for the AFC South title in Week 18.
Dec 23, 2022
Major downturn in Week 16 win
Jones secured one of four targets for 14 yards and rushed once for minus-3 yards in the Jaguars' 19-3 win over the Jets on Thursday night.
ANALYSIS
Jones' numbers were a major disappointment for fantasy managers counting on him to put together a successful encore to his three-touchdown breakout just four days prior against the Cowboys. However, Trevor Lawrence focused heaviest on tight end Evan Engram in what is typically a thorny matchup for wideouts, and he distributed his passes to eight players overall. Jones' catch total was a season low, so he'll have plenty of room for improvement in a Week 17 road matchup against the Texans a week from Sunday.
Dec 18, 2022
Erupts for three touchdowns
Jones recorded six receptions on eight targets for 109 yards and three touchdowns in Sunday's 40-34 win over the Cowboys.
ANALYSIS
Jones entered the game with two touchdowns across 12 games this season, though he more than doubled that total with his effort Sunday. He found the end zone from five, 59 and three yards away -- with his final score coming at a crucial time in the fourth quarter. Jones has clearly established himself as a key part of the suddenly potent Jaguars' offense, as he has at least seven targets in each of his last five games. His results have been a bit more inconsistent in that same span, though he's topped 65 yards on four occasions.
Dec 11, 2022
Records second touchdown
Jones recorded eight receptions on 12 targets for 77 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 36-22 win over the Titans.
ANALYSIS
Jones earned double-digit targets for the third time in his last four games, and he has topped 65 yards on three occasions in that span as well. His performance against Tennessee was highlighted by a 20-yard touchdown reception with just 11 seconds remaining in the first half. Jones otherwise worked in his more typical underneath role, though Trevor Lawrence has regularly looked in his direction of late.
Dec 11, 2022
Ready for Sunday
Jones (chest) is officially active for Sunday's game at Tennessee.
ANALYSIS
Jones received the questionable tag after he was a limited participant at practice all week, but he's been cleared to take the field for Sunday's divisional contest. The 27-year-old caught only two of seven targets for 16 yards Week 13 in Detroit, which ended a three-game stretch during which he had at least five catches and 40 receiving yards.
Dec 9, 2022
Questionable after limited practice
Jones (chest) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Titans.
ANALYSIS
Jones played through this chest injury in Jacksonville's previous game, though he caught only two of seven targets for 16 yards as the Jaguars were blown out by the Lions. After a trio of limited practice sessions, Jones seems more likely than not to suit up against a beatable Titans secondary, even if he still isn't 100 percent healthy.
Dec 8, 2022
Reps capped Thursday
Jones (chest) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Though Jones' reps are being capped for the second day in a row, head coach Doug Pederson hasn't suggested that the chest injury is anything that seriously threatens the receiver's availability for Sunday's game against the Titans. Jones was listed as questionable with the same chest issue ahead of the Jaguars' Week 13 game against the Lions, but he proceeded to suit up and finished with two catches for 16 yards on seven targets over his 45 snaps on offense in the 40-14 loss.
Dec 7, 2022
Listed as limited Wednesday
Jones (chest) was limited at practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Jones was limited at practice last week as well by a chest issue before being deemed questionable for this past Sunday's 40-14 loss to the Lions. The wideout ended up suiting up for the contest and caught two of his seven targets for 16 yards while seeing action on 46 of the Jaguars' 56 snaps on offense. With no reported setbacks versus Detroit, it's possible that Jones' listed limitations Wednesday were simply a case of his practice reps being managed ahead of this weekend's game against the Titans.
Dec 4, 2022
Disappoints with two grabs
Jones brought in two of seven targets for 16 yards in the Jaguars' 40-14 win over the Lions on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Fresh off a prolific 11-catch, 145-yard performance against the Ravens in Week 12, Jones significantly disappointed in what was believed to be a favorable game environment coming in. Jones still tied for the second-most targets on the afternoon for the Jaguars, however, which is certainly important when evaluating his overall fantasy outlook beyond just Sunday's game. Jones' first opportunity to bounce back comes in a Week 14 road divisional clash against the Titans.
Dec 4, 2022
Cleared for Week 13
Jones (chest) is officially active for Sunday's game at Detroit.
ANALYSIS
Jones was limited at practice all week due to the chest issue but will play Sunday after he was considered questionable. The 27-year-old is coming off the best game of his career with 11 catches for 145 yards versus Baltimore in Week 12, and he could be in line for another productive game Sunday against Detroit's 29th-ranked pass defense.
Dec 2, 2022
Questionable for Week 13
Jones (chest) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Detroit.
ANALYSIS
In the wake of his 11-145-0 outburst on 14 targets this past Sunday versus the Ravens, Jones has been dealing with a chest injury that left him limited at all three Week 13 practices. He'll thus carry a designation into the weekend, but Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff means there will be clarity surrounding his status before the early slate of games begins. If Jones is able to suit up, another productive performance could be in store against the Lions' 29th-ranked pass defense (259.9 yards per game).
Dec 1, 2022
Stays limited in practice
Jones (chest) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Jones has had his reps capped in both of the Jaguars' first two Week 13 practices, but head coach Doug Pederson hasn't provided any indication that the receiver's status for Sunday's game in Detroit is in any jeopardy. The wideout delivered his best outing of the season in the Jaguars' come-from-behind win over the Ravens last weekend, finishing with 11 catches for 145 yards on 14 targets.
Nov 30, 2022
Limited with chest injury
Jones was a limited practice participant Wednesday due to a chest injury, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
His ability to practice at all puts Jones on track to play this Sunday in Detroit, coming off a career-best performance with 11 catches for 145 yards and a game-winning two-point conversion against the Ravens. While a repeat isn't likely, Jones does have four games with double-digit targets this season and will be playing in a dome against a shaky defense this weekend, assuming the chest injury isn't serious.
Nov 27, 2022
Erupts against Ravens
Jones recorded 11 receptions on 14 targets for 145 yards in Sunday's 28-27 win over Baltimore.
ANALYSIS
Jones set a career-high in yardage in a single game with Sunday's performance, powered by three receptions of 20 yards or more. He's now seen double-digit targets in consecutive games and in three of his last five matchups, though he had previously failed to top 68 receiving yards in that span. It's likely that Jones will revert to a more underneath role moving forward, though he has established himself as a key part of the Jaguars' offense.
Nov 13, 2022
Busy day in loss
Jones brought in eight of 10 targets for 68 yards in the Jaguars' 27-17 loss to the Chiefs on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Jones checked in second across the board to Christian Kirk in receptions, receiving yards and targets on the afternoon for the Jaguars. The veteran possession receiver has been a trusted target of Trevor Lawrence's all season, now having logged double-digit looks on three occasions and at least eight in five games overall. Jones' fantasy value is capped somewhat by his short-area role, but he'll continue to offer plenty of PPR value in a Week 12 home matchup against the Ravens following the Week 11 bye.
Nov 6, 2022
Catches all five targets
Jones recorded five receptions on five targets for 40 yards in Sunday's 27-20 win over the Raiders.
ANALYSIS
Jones remained in his typical role behind Christian Kirk in priority for targets. However, he made the most of his opportunities, and the highlight of his day came on a 22-yard reception early in the second quarter to push the Jaguars into Raiders' territory. Jones hasn't been spectacular this season, but he does have at least 40 receiving yards in five of his seven games.
Oct 30, 2022
Three catches in loss
Jones caught all three of his targets for 28 yards and rushed once for seven yards during Sunday's 21-17 loss to the Broncos in London.
ANALYSIS
Jones finished tied for third in receptions and third in receiving yards Sunday, but QB Trevor Lawrence struggled with only 133 yards through the air. Christian Kirk remains the top option in the passing game with Jones serving as the No. 2 wideout, but Lawrence's inconsistency leaves Jones as an unreliable option for fantasy managers.
Oct 24, 2022
Ties for team lead in targets
Jones caught four of 10 targets for 54 yards and had one carry for 14 yards during Sunday's 23-17 loss to the Giants.
ANALYSIS
The 27-year-old tied for the team lead in targets but finished fourth in yardage as QB Trevor Lawrence completed only 51 percent of his passes. Jones has at least three receptions in all six games he's played in this season, and in total this year he has 31 catches for 281 yards and one touchdown.
Oct 16, 2022
Team-high totals in loss
Jones (ankle) brought in all five targets for 42 yards in the Jaguars' 34-27 loss to the Colts on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Jones was able to play through his ankle injury for the second straight week and ended up leading the team in receptions and receiving yards. The veteran continued to operate in his trademark short-area role, and Jones' next opportunity to build on his solid start to the season in a Week 7 home matchup versus the Giants.
Oct 16, 2022
Ready to play Week 6
Jones (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Colts.
ANALYSIS
After sitting out Week 4 with the ankle injury, Jones returned to action for last week's loss to the Texans and recorded three catches for 12 yards on eight targets while playing 79 percent of the snaps on offense. The ankle injury is still seemingly nagging him -- he was a limited participant in practices Wednesday through Friday before being listed as questionable -- but not enough to keep him off the field. With fellow wideout Marvin Jones (hamstring) sitting out Week 6, expect Zay Jones to again take his typically high volume of snaps alongside starting receiver Christian Kirk.
Oct 15, 2022
Optimism about return
The Jaguars are optimistic that Jones (ankle), who is officially questionable, will play Sunday against the Colts, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones has been dealing with the ankle issue for a few weeks, missing Jacksonville's Week 4 game as a result before returning in Week 5. He logged three limited practices during the week, suggesting he has a reasonable chance of suiting up. With Marvin Jones (hamstring) already ruled out, Jones could see an increase in targets if he is able to play.
Oct 14, 2022
Takes questionable tag into weekend
Jones (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Colts.
ANALYSIS
After sitting out the Jaguars' Week 4 loss to the Eagles on account of the injury, Jones returned to action for the team's loss to the Texans in Week 5, playing 79 percent of the snaps on offense while hauling in three of eight targets for 12 yards. Jones doesn't appear to have completely shaken the ankle issue, as he'll take a designation into the weekend after being a limited participant in practices Wednesday through Friday. Meanwhile, fellow wideout Marvin Jones (hamstring) is also listed as questionable, so Jacksonville's depth at the position could be tested if neither of the Joneses are able to suit up Sunday.
Oct 13, 2022
Another limited practice
Jones (ankle) remained limited at Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
After being inactive in Week 4 due to an ankle issue, Jones was back in uniform for this past Sunday's loss to the Texans, en route to logging 60 snaps and catching three of his eight targets for 12 yards. After logging limited practices Wednesday and Thursday, Jones will probably have to practice fully Friday to avoid a Week 6 injury designation, but so far there's been nothing to suggest that he's suffered any setbacks that would put his availability for this weekend's game against the Colts in danger.
Oct 12, 2022
Logs limited practice
Jones (ankle) was limited at Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Jones, who was inactive in Week 4 due to an ankle issue, returned to action in this past Sunday's 13-6 loss to the Texans. In the process, the wideout was on the field for 60 of a possible 75 snaps on offense, while catching three of his eight targets for 12 yards. Given that there's been no reported setbacks with his ankle, Jones' limitations Wednesday were quite possibly simply a case of the team managing his practice reps ahead of Week 6 action.
Oct 10, 2022
Quiet in loss to Texans
Jones secured three of eight targets for 12 yards during Sunday's 13-6 loss to Houston.
ANALYSIS
Jones returned from a one-game absence due to an ankle issue and played 79 percent of offensive snaps, though he wasn't able to do much with his eight targets. Meanwhile, Marvin Jones put up a season-best seven catches for 104 yards on 11 targets, while usual top wideout Christian Kirk was held to one 11-yard catch on three looks. Jones' opportunities remain encouraging, as he's had 19 targets in his last two appearances, but it's been difficult for fantasy managers to predict which of Jacksonville's receivers will produce on a weekly basis.
Oct 9, 2022
Returning from one-game absence
Jones (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Texans,
ANALYSIS
As anticipated, Jones will return from a one-game absence after he turned in a trio of limited practices this week before taking a questionable designation into Sunday. Though the Jaguars could end up opting for a run-heavier game plan as home favorites against the winless Texans, Jones should still see a decent amount of volume as the No. 2 option in the passing game after Christian Kirk. Through his first three games, Jones averaged eight targets per contest.
Oct 9, 2022
Expected to take on Texans
Jones (ankle) is expected to be active for Sunday's game against Houston, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones' ankle issue kept him from suiting up Week 4, but Jacksonville's No. 2 wideout is expected to be back on the field Sunday. The wideout is coming off three limited practice sessions this week, and coach Doug Pederson said Friday that Jones is "fine." In any case, Jones' status will be made official 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff.
Oct 7, 2022
Questionable for Sunday
Jones (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Texans.
ANALYSIS
Jones popped up on the injury report last Thursday with an ankle issue, and while he initially was expected to play through it, he eventually was inactive Week 4 at Philadelphia. He was able to maintain limited showings in practice this week, and coach Doug Pederson noted Friday that Jones is "fine." Still, Jones' status won't be confirmed, one way or another, until 90 minutes before Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff.
Oct 6, 2022
Limited again in practice
Jones (ankle) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
After sitting out the Week 4 loss to Philadelphia, Jones has now had his reps capped in both of Jacksonville's first two practice sessions of Week 5. According to Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com, head coach Doug Pederson expressed optimism that Jones will be ready to play Sunday against the Texans, but the wideout will likely need to upgrade to full practice participation Friday to head into the weekend without an injury designation.
Oct 5, 2022
Limited practice session Wednesday
Jones (ankle) was limited at Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Per Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com, coach Doug Pederson previously suggested that he thought Jones will "be ready to go" this weekend against the Texans, with the wideout's ability to practice Wednesday -- albeit in a limited fashion -- supporting that notion. In Jones' absence in this past Sunday's loss to the Eagles, Christian Kirk (two catches for 60 yards) and Jamal Agnew (four catches for 50 yards) paced the Jaguars' Week 4 pass-catching corps.
Oct 3, 2022
May be good for Week 5
Coach Doug Pederson said Monday about Jones (ankle) "I think he'll be ready to go", Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones was expected to suit up for Sunday's loss to the Eagles but was ultimately ruled out before kickoff, to the detriment of Jacksonville's offense. Pederson said more information about Jones' status will come later the week, likely via monitoring him at practice, but it looks like the No. 2 wideout has a real chance of returning versus the Texans.
Oct 2, 2022
Unavailable Week 4
Jones (ankle) is officially inactive for Sunday's game against the Eagles.
ANALYSIS
The 27-year-old was listed as questionable and was expected to suit up Sunday, per Adam Schefter of ESPN, but the wideout will instead be sidelined in Philadelphia. Jones hauled in a career-high 10 passes for 85 yards and a touchdown last week versus the Chargers, so Marvin Jones and Jamal Agnew should be more involved in the passing game versus the Eagles.
Oct 2, 2022
Expected to face Eagles
Jones (ankle) is expected to suit up for Sunday's game in Philadelphia, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones is officially listed as questionable for Week 4, but it looks like Jacksonville's No. 2 wideout is trending toward availability. Coming off a 10-83-1 performance against the Chargers in Week 3, Jones will once again have a solid opportunity to produce behind Christian Kirk as long as he does avoid the injury report leading up to Sunday's 1:00 p.m. E.T. kickoff.
Sep 30, 2022
Questionable for Week 4
Jones (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Eagles.
ANALYSIS
Jones is coming off a 10-catch performance in Jacksonville's Week 3 win over the Chargers, so he'll be sorely missed if he's unable to play in Week 4. Marvin Jones would become Jacksonville's clear-cut No. 2 wide receiver behind Christian Kirk if Zay doesn't play, while more targets could go to tight end Evan Engram or gadget guy Jamal Agnew.
Sep 29, 2022
Added to injury report
Jones didn't practice Thursday due to an ankle injury.
ANALYSIS
Jones practiced fully Wednesday, so his addition to Jacksonville's injury report Thursday is notable. In this past Sunday's 38-10 win over the Chargers, Jones caught 10 of his team-high 11 targets for 85 yards and a TD.
Sep 25, 2022
Career-high 10 catches Sunday
Jones caught 10 of 11 targets for 85 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 38-10 win over the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
The journeyman receiver seems to have found a home with his fourth NFL club. Jones set a new career high with 10 grabs, and his 14-yard score in the second quarter marked the first of three TD passes by Trevor Lawrence. The Jaguars passing game will likely need to be sharp again in Week 4 as it tries to keep pace with Jalen Hurts and the Eagles.
Sep 19, 2022
Lesser role Week 2
Jones caught three of four targets for 23 yards during Sunday's 24-0 win over the Colts.
ANALYSIS
The 27-year-old played similar snaps to Christian Kirk and Marvin Jones in the season opener but was the clear No. 3 wideout Sunday with Jacksonville leading by multiple scores for most of the game. Jones has caught nine of 13 targets for 88 yards through two games, and the game script could be more favorable in Week 3 against the Chargers.
Sep 11, 2022
Nine targets in loss
Jones hauled in six of nine targets for 65 yards in Sunday's 28-22 loss to Washington.
ANALYSIS
The chemistry Jones and Trevor Lawrence developed in the preseason carried over into Week 1. The other Jones in this receiving unit, Marvin Jones, finished third in targets (four receptions for 38 yards). Zay could develop more fantasy value this season if he can leapfrog his veteran teammate and become the second receiving option behind Christian Kirk (six receptions for 117 yards). Jones and the Jaguars will take on the Colts next Sunday.
Aug 10, 2022
Showing out in camp
Jones is "having an awesome camp," according to Hays Carlyon of 1010 AM WJXL Jacksonville.
ANALYSIS
Jones, Marvin Jones and Christian Kirk have seen most of the first-team snaps, with Laquon Treadwell mixing in as the top backup on the perimeter. There have been multiple reports about (Zay) Jones seeing a lot of looks downfield, which is perhaps a surprise after he did his best work in shallower areas for Las Vegas last year. Jones did see his share of deep looks with the Raiders, but he caught only four of 16 targets 20-plus yards downfield (with four others being intercepted), while he was far more efficient on intermediate passes (14 of 21 for 209 yards) and short throws (21 of 24 for 168), per PFF.
Aug 4, 2022
Unavailable Thursday
Jones won't play in the Hall of Fame Game against the Raiders on Thursday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
The teams chosen to appear in this exhibition rarely play starters or even regulars on both sides of the ball. Along with Jones, Christian Kirk, Marvin Jones, Laviska Shenault and Jamal Agnew won't suit up, leaving Laquon Treadwell, Tim Jones, Jeff Cotton, Kevin Austin and Marvin Hall, among others, available to the Jaguars at wide receiver.
Mar 14, 2022
Moving on to Jacksonville
The Jaguars and Jones agreed to a three-year contract Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
This marks the second wide receiver to ink a deal with Jacksonville to open free agency after Christian Kirk landed a massive four-year deal earlier Monday. A second-round pick of the Bills back in 2017, Jones joins the third organization of his career, coming off a 47-546-1 line on 70 targets with the Raiders last season. He'll likely vie with Laviska Shenault for the No. 3 WR spot behind Kirk and Marvin Jones.
Jan 15, 2022
Scores in playoff loss
Jones caught five passes for 61 yards and one touchdown on eight targets against Cincinnati on Saturday.
ANALYSIS
It's another encouraging entry in what's been an impressive breakout season for Jones. After playing sparingly in the first seven weeks the Raiders upped Jones' workload and usage following the Week 8 bye, from which point he saw 71 targets in the next 11 games, including this playoff game. Jones is a former second-round pick who dominated at the collegiate level and has 4.45 speed, so the way he played in 2021 is more in line with what his career expectations were all along.
Jan 11, 2022
Targeted eight times in OT victory
Jones caught five of eight targets for 27 yards in Sunday's 35-32 overtime win over the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
Jones finished the regular season with 47 receptions for 546 yards and a touchdown on 70 targets in 17 contests, enjoying his best receiving totals since a 2018 campaign with the Bills that included 56 catches and seven scores. The 26-year-old saw his role within the Raiders' aerial attack expand against the Cowboys in Week 12 when he caught more than two passes in a single game for the first time all season, and Jones ultimately averaged 7.7 targets per tilt over the team's final seven games. Jones, who's slated to enter unrestricted free agency in 2022, should remain busy in a wild-card matchup against the Bengals this week.
Jan 2, 2022
Remains heavily involved
Jones recorded eight receptions on 10 targets for 120 yards in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Colts.
ANALYSIS
Jones maintained a strong role in Raiders' offense, tallying at least five receptions for the fifth time in his last six games. However, he also displayed some big-play ability that was lacking in past performances, recording long gains of 42, 26 and 13 yards to surpass 100 receiving yards in a game for the first time in his career. Though he hasn't displayed much potential for big performances, Jones has developed rapport with quarterback Derek Carr and remains heavily involved in the gameplan heading into a Week 18 matchup against the Chargers.
Dec 26, 2021
Six grabs in Sunday's win
Jones caught six of eight targets for 50 yards in Sunday's 17-13 win over the Broncos.
ANALYSIS
He was Derek Carr's favorite option on the afternoon, leading the Raiders in receptions and targets, although Foster Moreau led the team in yards and Hunter Renfrow hauled in Carr's only TD. Jones has put together a 25-222-0 line on 36 targets over the last five games, giving him some deep-league PPR value heading into a Week 17 clash with the Colts.
Dec 24, 2021
Ready to take on Denver
Jones (toe) was cleared from the injury report Friday and will play in Sunday's game against Denver.
ANALYSIS
Jones is coming off season highs for catches (six), yards (67) and targets (nine) in last week's 16-14 win over Cleveland. He hasn't scored a TD since Week 1 and hasn't come close to a 100-yard game, but he does have four in a row with five or more targets and three or more catches.
Dec 23, 2021
Upgrades to limited practice
Jones (toe) practiced in limited fashion Thursday, George Stoia of The Denver Gazette reports.
ANALYSIS
This is a step in the right direction for Jones, who sat out Wednesday's walkthrough due to this injury. If Jones is able to upgrade to full participation Friday, the starting wide receiver could avoid Friday's injury report altogether ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos.
Dec 22, 2021
Sits out Wednesday
Jones didn't participate at Wednesday's walkthrough practice due to a toe injury.
ANALYSIS
Jones presumably picked up the injury during Monday's win over the Browns while catching six of nine targets for 67 yards. The 26-year-old has played a significant role in the Raiders' receiving corps since the Week 8 bye, and he may need to practice in some capacity Thursday or Friday to have a chance of suiting up this weekend versus Denver.
Dec 20, 2021
Sixth grab sets up winning FG
Jones caught six of nine targets for 67 yards in Monday's 16-14 win over the Raiders.
ANALYSIS
Jones tied Foster Moreau for the team lead in targets and bested Moreau by two receiving yards for the team lead. His most important catch was his last one, as Jones' 15-yard snag set up Daniel Carlson's game-winning 48-yard field goal as time expired. Jones has stepped up recently for the receiver-starved Raiders -- he has 19 catches in his last four games and had just nine all season before this strong stretch.
Dec 17, 2021
Raiders-Browns moved to Monday
Jones and the Raiders will no longer play the Browns on Saturday, after the NFL officially rescheduled the matchup between the two teams for Monday at 5 p.m. ET.
ANALYSIS
Due to ongoing COVID-19-related issues within the Cleveland organization, the NFL is hopeful that by delaying the game two days, the Browns will restore enough players from the reserve/COVID-19 list to alleviate depth concerns on the roster. Assuming the Week 15 game is played Monday as planned, Jones and Las Vegas will face a quick turnaround for its Week 16 contest versus the Broncos, which is still expected to be played Sunday, Dec. 26 as scheduled.
Dec 12, 2021
Does little with seven targets
Jones recorded five receptions on seven targets for 25 yards in Sunday's 48-9 loss to the Chiefs.
ANALYSIS
Jones finished second on the team with seven targets, behind only Hunter Renfrow. Despite converting a high rate of his targets into receptions, Jones was limited to only 3.6 yards per target to turn in a disappointing performance. Jones has now seen at least five targets in three consecutive games, though he's topped 50 yards only once in that span and has not found the end zone since Week 1.
Dec 5, 2021
Three catches against Washington
Jones caught three of five targets for 21 yards in Sunday's 17-15 loss to Washington.
ANALYSIS
He and Bryan Edwards put up nearly identical numbers, but both took a back seat to another 100-yard performance by Hunter Renfrow. Jones has seen an uptick in volume the last two weeks, posting an 8-80-0 line on 12 targets as the Raiders scramble to plug the holes in their passing game, and his new role gives him some modest upside in Week 14 against Kansas City.
Nov 30, 2021
Seven targets in overtime win
Jones caught five of seven targets for 59 yards in the Raiders' 36-33 overtime victory over Dallas on Thanksgiving Day.
ANALYSIS
Jones hadn't caught more than one pass in a single contest since Week 1, but his five receptions against the Cowboys were a personal best in his time with the Raiders. Despite the recent addition of fellow wide receiver DeSean Jackson, Jones continues to see a significant offensive snap share alongside Bryan Edwards and Hunter Renfrow. Meanwhile, tight end Darren Waller (knee) is considered week-to-week, potentially opening up additional target opportunities for the aforementioned receiving corps versus Washington in Week 13.
Nov 23, 2021
Targeted twice Sunday
Jones caught one of two targets for 20 yards in Sunday's 32-13 loss to the Bengals.
ANALYSIS
Jones' offensive snap share surpassed the 70-percent mark for a third straight week, but he was held without a reception until the Raiders' penultimate drive of the game. On a more positive note, each of Jones' last four catches have gone for 20 or more yards. However, Jones could see his opportunities diminish soon if newcomer DeSean Jackson becomes more involved in the offense.
Nov 16, 2021
Posts another one-catch performance
Jones caught one of three targets for 22 yards in Sunday's 41-14 loss to the Chiefs.
ANALYSIS
Jones paced the Raiders' wide receiver corps in offensive snap share for a second straight week, but the ample playing time has translated to just two total receptions for 44 yards on seven targets during this two-game stretch. The newly-acquired DeSean Jackson coughed up the ball after hauling in a 38-yard pass, but he was otherwise relatively uninvolved in his Las Vegas debut. Nonetheless, Jackson's ability to stretch the field figures to earn him more opportunities as he settles into the offense, which probably doesn't bode well for Jones' already modest target volume.
Nov 7, 2021
Held to one catch
Jones recorded one reception on four targets or 20 yards in Sunday's 23-16 loss to the Giants.
ANALYSIS
Jones was one of three Raiders pass catchers to rack up four targets, though he wasn't efficient in his performance. His only catch came midway through the third quarter and it help set up a field goal for the team. It was only his third game with multiple targets this season, though the anticipated addition of DeSean Jackson may cut into his ability to continue to see volume moving forward.
Nov 4, 2021
Steps into starting role
The Raiders list Jones as a starting receiver along with Bryan Edwards and Hunter Renfrow on the team's updated Week 9 depth chart, Case Keefer of the Las Vegas Sun reports.
ANALYSIS
Renfrow will serve as the Raiders' top option out of the slot, while Jones joins Edwards as a starter at either perimeter spot. Through the Raiders' first seven games, Jones has held a bit role in the passing attack, as he's commanded no more than two targets in any contest while stringing together a 6-115-1 receiving line. Jones should be in store for a sizable uptick in snaps if not targets, though he'll still likely remain a lesser priority in the passing game than Renfrow, Edwards and tight end Darren Waller.
Oct 26, 2021
Secures difficult catch in win
Jones caught his only target for 43 yards in Sunday's 33-22 win over the Eagles.
ANALYSIS
Jones made an impressive 43-yard sideline grab on third and long when the Raiders were trailing by seven points in the first quarter, but he ultimately played less than 15 offensive snaps for a fourth consecutive game. Jones is averaging just one target per game ahead of the team's Week 8 bye.
Oct 5, 2021
Logs eight offensive snaps
Jones caught his only target for five yards in Monday's 28-14 loss to the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
Jones played less than 10 offensive snaps for the first time this season, but he's now recorded at least one reception in three of four games. His role in the Raiders' offense figures to remain limited against the Bears in Week 5.
Sep 28, 2021
Contributes one catch in win
Jones caught his lone target for 15 yards in Sunday's 31-28 overtime win against the Dolphins.
ANALYSIS
Jones continues to out-snap No. 5 receiver Willie Snead, but the former has drawn just three total targets from quarterback Derek Carr through three games. Expect a similar role for Jones in Week 4 against the Chargers as Henry Ruggs, Bryan Edwards and Hunter Renfrow remain healthy.
Sep 14, 2021
Catches game-winning touchdown
Jones caught two passes for 46 yards, including the game-winning 31-yard touchdown in overtime, during Monday's 33-27 win over the Ravens.
ANALYSIS
Jones caught both of his targets and finished fifth on the Raiders in receiving yards as Derek Carr threw for 435 yards on Monday Night Football. While the 26-year-old finished fifth in yards, he was tied with Josh Jacobs for the least amount of targets. Jones' fantasy value remains limited for the 2021 campaign.
Aug 15, 2021
Paces pass catchers in win
Jones secured all three targets for 57 yards in the Raiders' 20-7 preseason win over the Seahawks on Saturday night.
ANALYSIS
With the Raiders' top wideout quartet of Henry Ruggs, Bryan Edwards, Hunter Renfrow and John Brown not making an appearance on the stat sheet, Jones led the way in both receptions and receiving yardage on the night. The veteran is facing a tall task in his quest to end up any better than the No. 5 receiver, especially with offseason signee Willie Snead and the promising Keelan Doss also on the roster.
Mar 18, 2021
Staying with Las Vegas
The Raiders re-signed Jones on Thursday, Myles Simmons of NBC Pro Football Talk reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones appeared to be on the verge of a potential breakout season after compiling 56 receptions for 652 yards and seven touchdowns for the Bills in 2018. The past two seasons have been underwhelming, however. In a combined 31 games for the Bills (five) and Raiders (26) since the start of 2019, the former East Carolina standout has yielded only 41 catches for 270 yards and one TD. Jones slots in as a secondary option within the receiving corps, as Henry Ruggs (concussion), John Brown and Hunter Renfrow round out the top three spots on the depth chart.
Jan 10, 2021
Tallies 14 total receptions
Jones caught one of two targets for 37 yards during the Raiders' Week 17 finale, finishing up his 2020 campaign with 14 catches (on 19 targets) for 154 yards and one touchdown in 16 games.
ANALYSIS
Jones never got too involved in the Raiders' aerial attack during his second season with the team, despite fellow receiver Tyrell Williams (shoulder) spending the year on injured reserve while rookie Henry Ruggs (concussion) also missed multiple contests. Jones is now slated to become an unrestricted free agent in 2021, though the Raiders will be more focused on re-signing Nelson Agholor.
Dec 28, 2020
Limited to six snaps Saturday
Jones was not targeted in Saturday's 26-25 loss to the Dolphins.
ANALYSIS
Jones saw his involvement in the Raiders' offense evaporate with fellow receiver Henry Ruggs returning from his one-week absence on the reserve/COVID list. Jones finished the contest with a single-digit snap count and his irrelevance in most fantasy formats should continue Week 17 against the Broncos.
Dec 21, 2020
Logs 53 snaps in elevated role
Jones caught one of two targets for nine yards in Thursday's 30-27 loss to the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
Jones' nine-yard reception came in overtime as the Raiders eventually ended their 6:42 drive with a 23-yard field goal. Despite logging 53 offensive snaps with fellow receiver Henry Ruggs sidelined on the reserve/COVID-19 list, Jones' minuscule target share continued as the Raiders also rushed 41 times. Hunter Renfrow has entered the league's concussion protocol, however, so Jones could be in line for more work again in Week 16 against the Dolphins.
Dec 8, 2020
No catches Week 13
Jones failed to catch his lone target during Sunday's 31-28 win over the Jets.
ANALYSIS
The 25-year-old's only target came during the third quarter as he played seven offensive snaps. Nelson Agholor, Henry Ruggs and Hunter Renfrow are clearly established as the Raiders' three top wideouts, and Bryan Edwards is also ahead of Jones on the depth chart.
Dec 1, 2020
Hauls in one pass Sunday
Jones caught his only target for three yards in Sunday's 43-6 loss to the Falcons.
ANALYSIS
Jones has been dealt one target in three consecutive games, but even a blowout defeat failed to boost his involvement in the Raiders' offense. A road matchup against the winless Jets awaits, but Jones' competition for playing time remains healthy.
Nov 23, 2020
Notches 18-yard reception in loss
Jones caught his only target for 18 yards in Sunday's 35-31 loss to the Chiefs.
ANALYSIS
Jones remains at the bottom of the pecking order at wide receiver for the Raiders as he matched his season low of five offensive snaps on Sunday Night Football. If he's able to earn more playing time in Week 12, a favorable matchup against the Falcons awaits.
Nov 17, 2020
Adds one reception in win
Jones caught his lone target for six yards in Sunday's 37-12 win over the Broncos.
ANALYSIS
Jones has now logged 10 or less offensive snaps in four consecutive games since the Raiders' Week 6 bye. Fellow receiver Bryan Edwards' recent return from injury doesn't help Jones' case for playing time moving forward, while starters Nelson Agholor, Henry Ruggs and Hunter Renfrow remain at full strength as well.
Nov 3, 2020
Another targetless outing
Jones wasn't targeted in Sunday's 16-6 win over the Browns.
ANALYSIS
On a windy day in Cleveland, Derek Carr attempted just 24 passes, his first game this season with fewer than 40 passing attempts. He still managed to disperse the ball to nine different players, but Jones was left out of the mix and played just 10 offensive snaps. Jones is clearly just a depth wideout at this point, and his role could diminish further once rookie third-rounder Bryan Edwards (ankle) is back in the fold.
Oct 26, 2020
Not targeted against Tampa Bay
Jones played 10 offensive snaps but was not targeted in Sunday's 45-20 loss to the Buccaneers.
ANALYSIS
Jones was relatively uninvolved despite fellow receiver Bryan Edwards' (ankle/foot) continued absence, while Nelson Agholor broke out for 107 yards and a touchdown on five catches across from Henry Ruggs. Hunter Renfrow also saw six targets as Jones' role figures to remain limited Week 8 at Cleveland.
Oct 12, 2020
Limited upon Ruggs' return
Jones caught his only target for two yards in Sunday's 40-32 win over the Chiefs.
ANALYSIS
Jones, who logged a season-high 66 offensive snaps Week 4 against the Bills, saw his role severely reduced Sunday due to Henry Ruggs' (knee) return from a two-game absence. The upcoming bye week lends additional opportunity for receiver Bryan Edwards (ankle/foot) to get healthy as well, which would further downgrade Jones' outlook for a Week 7 tilt against the Buccaneers.
Oct 5, 2020
Plays 66 snaps in loss
Jones caught four of six targets for 32 yards in Sunday's 30-23 loss to the Bills.
ANALYSIS
Jones averaged a mundane 5.3 yards per target, but he earned the start at wide receiver on the outside across from Nelson Agholor after rookies Henry Ruggs (knee/hamstring) and Bryan Edwards (ankle) were ruled out. Tight end Darren Waller and slot man Hunter Renfrow were the only Raiders to earn more targets than Jones on Sunday, and the latter could be on tap for additional work in Week 5 against the Chiefs if Ruggs and Edwards remain sidelined.
Oct 2, 2020
Increased opportunity on tap
Jones appears to be in line for an increased workload during Sunday's game agianst the Bills, Tashan Reed of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
The Raiders will be without at least one starting wideout Sunday, with Bryan Edwards (ankle) ruled out, and Henry Ruggs (knee/hamstring) is also listed as doubtful. Jones would stand to start in three-wide sets if Edwards and Ruggs can't go, though both Hunter Renfrow and Nelson Agholor remain ahead of him on the depth chart. Through three games this season, Jones has secured all four of his targets for 47 yards and a touchdown.
Sep 28, 2020
Catches all three targets in New England
Jones caught three passes on as many targets for 32 yards in Sunday's 36-20 loss to the Patriots.
ANALYSIS
Jones benefited from the absence of rookie Henry Ruggs (knee/hamstring) on Sunday, but the former could see even more work in Week 4 against the Bills if fellow receiver Bryan Edwards were to miss time with the ankle injury he suffered in New England. Through the Raiders' first three contests of the season, Jones has managed to catch all four of his targets for 47 yards and a score.
Sep 22, 2020
First TD since 2018
Jones caught a 15-yard touchdown pass in Monday's 34-24 win over the Saints.
ANALYSIS
Jones only has one target through two games, but he made the most of it with a crucial touchdown toward the end of the second quarter. However, he played just 18 of 80 offensive snaps (22 percent), so he doesn't have dependable fantasy value.
Aug 13, 2020
Lands on roster bubble
Jones may lose his roster spot, ESPN.com's Paul Gutierrez reports.
ANALYSIS
Tyrell Williams, Henry Ruggs, Hunter Renfrow and Bryan Edwards are locks, presumably leaving Jones to compete with Nelson Agholor and a slew of young players for one or two jobs. Early reports seem to favor Agholor as the veteran pick, and it would be cheaper for the Raiders to keep a late-round pick or an undrafted player over Jones for the sixth and final spot (if one even exists). The 2017 second-round pick never made any noise after he was traded from Buffalo to Oakland last October, with his 461 offensive snaps producing 20 receptions for only 147 yards. According to Pro Football Focus, Jones' mark of 0.58 yards per route was tied for last among the 117 wide receivers that drew 25 or more targets in 2019.
Sep 27, 2019
Good to go this week
Jones (shoulder) does not carry an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Patriots.
ANALYSIS
After logging limited practices Wednesday and Thursday, Jones practiced fully Friday, gaining clearance to play Sunday in the process. Three games into the season, Jones has hauled in five of his 10 targets for 65 yards, making him a fantasy option only in the deepest of formats, especially while going up against the Patriots' stingy defense in Week 4.
Sep 26, 2019
Remains limited at practice
Jones (shoulder) logged another limited practice Thursday, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones continued to sport a red (non-contact) jersey at Thursday's practice, but he'll have one more chance to shed that Friday, when the Bills have their final practice in advance of Sunday's game against the Patriots.
Sep 25, 2019
Shoulder injury reveal
Jones, who sported a non-contact jersey during Wednesday's practice, was later listed as limited due to a shoulder injury.
ANALYSIS
Usually when guys are at least limited in the first practice of the week they're able to play in the upcoming game, so we're not too worried about Jones' availability in a huge matchup against the Patriots this Sunday. Jones did have shoulder surgery in January of 2018, though it hasn't been revealed yet whether the latest issue involves the same shoulder.