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Bye Week-Rank168% Rostered-% Change-WK 13 Pts0.00WK 14 Proj. Pts-
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News

  • Released by Lions

    The Lions released Jones on Tuesday in order for the wide receiver to attend to a family matter, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Jones didn't travel with the Lions for their Week 7 matchup with the Ravens for personal reasons. He then announced on Instagram on Tuesday that he's "stepping away from the team to take care of personal family matters," per Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network. It's unclear if Jones will be available at any point for the remainder of the campaign, but if not, he'll end his second stint in Detroit with five catches (on 10 targets) for 35 yards and no touchdowns.

    Published: Tue, Oct 24 at 1:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not playing Sunday

    Jones will not travel to Baltimore and has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game due to the Ravens due to personal reasons.

    Analysis: The veteran hasn't been involved significantly in games when the top Lions pass catchers have all been healthy. More information as to why Jones will miss Sunday's matchup will likely arrive in the coming days.

    Published: Sat, Oct 21 at 9:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Small role with St. Brown back

    Jones caught his only target for five yards during Sunday's 20-6 win over Tampa Bay.

    Analysis: After seeing nearly 60 percent of the snaps last week, Jones fell below 30 percent with Amon-Ra St. Brown back in action. With second-year wideout Jameson Williams' role set to expand as the season unfolds, Jones' playing time could dwindle even further.

    Published: Tue, Oct 17 at 1:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Two targets in expanded role

    Jones caught both targets for 22 yards during Sunday's 42-24 win over Carolina.

    Analysis: Jones had seen his playing time decrease with every passing week until Amon-Ra St. Brown (abdomen) was forced to miss his first game of the season. Not only did Jones see a bump in playing time in St. Brown's absence, but he ultimately led all Lions wideouts in snaps as well. However, the 33-year-old yet again did little with his opportunities, and Jones now has a grand total of four catches (on nine targets) for 30 yards this season. There's little reason to trust Jones for fantasy purposes…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 9 at 6:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Playing time dwindling

    Jones was targeted once but did not catch a pass during Thursday's 34-20 win over Green Bay.

    Analysis: After logging over half of the offensive snaps in Week 1, Jones has seen his snap share decline with each passing week. With Josh Reynolds and Kalif Raymond effectively complementing top receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown and tight end Sam LaPorta, there's no reason to expect Jones' usage to spike anytime soon. The return of Jameson Williams (suspension) in Week 7 will make it even harder for the veteran wideout to make a dent in the box score.

    Published: Fri, Sep 29 at 9:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • No targets again

    Jones was not targeted with a pass during Sunday's 20-6 win over Atlanta.

    Analysis: While Jones continued to log at least 39 percent of the offensive snaps, he has yet to receive a target since his disappointing performance in Week 1. This time, all 29 of Jared Goff's pass attempts to non-running backs went to Amon-Ra St. Brown, Sam LaPorta and Kalif Raymond. Possibly washed at 33 years old, Jones will look to turn back the clock in Thursday's Week 4 matchup with the Packers.

    Published: Mon, Sep 25 at 9:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Blanked by Seattle

    Jones was not targeted with a pass during Sunday's 37-31 loss to Seattle.

    Analysis: Jones again logged about half of the offensive snaps despite a poor showing in the season opener. While a significant downturn in usage rate provided no opportunities for him to put up any stats, the 33-year-old veteran didn't do much with the six targets he saw in Week 1 anyway. Next up for Jones is a Week 3 matchup with a talented Falcons secondary.

    Published: Mon, Sep 18 at 4:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Forgettable regular-season debut

    Jones caught two of six targets for eight yards while losing a fumble during Thursday's 21-20 win over Kansas City.

    Analysis: Putting together one of the more forgettable games of his career, Jones saw plenty of opportunity but was clearly outdone by Josh Reynolds as the top complimentary receiver behind Amon-Ra St. Brown. The 33-year-old dropped at least one pass that could have led to a possible field-goal try before halftime, and then Jones' first career fumble cost the Lions another likely field-goal attempt in the fourth quarter during crunch time. Even with Jameson Williams suspended for another five games,…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 7 at 11:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Comes off NFI list

    The Lions will activate Jones (undisclosed) from the active/non-football injury list Monday, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

    Analysis: The 33-year-old wideout is now eligible to practice with his teammates after missing the first week of training camp. With 2022 first-round pick Jameson Williams suspended for the first six weeks of the season, Jones has a chance to start the year as Detroit's top perimeter receiver, though Josh Reynolds and Kalif Raymond also may compete for that distinction.

    Published: Mon, Jul 31 at 6:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Goes on NFI list

    The Lions placed Jones on the active/non-football injury list Sunday for an unspecified reason, Colton Pouncy of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: An explanation for Jones' absence to begin training camp could be provided in the coming days. Even though he's opening camp on the NFI list, Jones is eligible to practice and take part in preseason games whenever deemed ready to do so. As a result, the NFI designation doesn't have any bearing on his availability for Week 1.

    Published: Sun, Jul 23 at 6:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Headed back to Detroit

    Jones signed a one-year, $3 million deal with the Lions on Wednesday, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Jones posted 46 receptions on 81 targets for 529 yards and three touchdowns across 16 appearances with the Jaguars in 2022, his least productive healthy season since his rookie campaign. The 2012 fifth-round pick will head back to Detroit, with whom he played from 2016 through 2020, including a 2017 campaign in which he set a career high with 1,101 receiving yards. With DJ Chark now in Carolina, Jones will likely slot in as the No. 3 wideout behind Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams, who…read more

    Published: Wed, Mar 29 at 1:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Notches two receptions in Week 18

    Jones recorded two catches (on six targets) for 29 yards during Saturday's 20-16 win versus the Titans.

    Analysis: After posting no more than 22 yards in five consecutive games following a Week 11 bye, Jones paced all Jaguars with 61 yards and seven targets last Sunday in Houston. His Week 18 performance thus is in line with his recent standard, Week 17 aside, but at the very least the Jaguars were able to clinch the AFC South title, meaning he's on pace for action in the wild-card round next weekend.

    Published: Sat, Jan 7 at 9:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads receiving corps Sunday

    Jones caught six of seven targets for 61 yards during Sunday's 31-3 win over the Texans.

    Analysis: The 32-year-old was Jacksonville's only pass catcher with any notable production in Sunday's blowout, as Trevor Lawrence attempted just 21 passes for 152 yards. It was the first time since Week 9 that Jones had more than three receptions or 40 receiving yards.

    Published: Mon, Jan 2 at 8:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Just 15 yards in win

    Jones caught three of four targets for 15 yards during Thursday's 19-3 win over the Jets.

    Analysis: Evan Engram had seven receptions for 113 yards during Thursday's contest and was the only Jacksonville pass catcher with at least 30 yards. Jones is averaging 1.8 receptions and 21.0 yards across the past six games and has minimal fantasy relevance, especially with Engram now enjoying a consistent role in the passing game.

    Published: Fri, Dec 23 at 11:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches touchdown in OT win

    Jones caught two of six targets for 17 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 40-34 overtime win over the Cowboys.

    Analysis: The veteran wideout finished fourth on the team in targets, and his only play of note Sunday was a 10-yard touchdown reception during the third quarter. Jones has eight catches for 111 yards and two touchdowns across the past five games. He has a limited role in Jacksonville's aerial attack and doesn't have much fantasy utility while Christian Kirk and Zay Jones remain healthy.

    Published: Mon, Dec 19 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Single target in win

    Jones caught his lone target for 22 yards during Sunday's 36-22 win against the Titans.

    Analysis: The 32-year-old played a season-low 35 offensive snaps and saw only one target, while No. 4 wideout Jamal Agnew had four touches for 44 yards despite seeing only 11 snaps. Jones has multiple receptions in just one of the past four games, resulting in six catches (on 11 targets) for 94 yards and a touchdown during that span.

    Published: Mon, Dec 12 at 11:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • One catch Week 13

    Jones caught one of four targets for 17 yards during Sunday's 40-14 loss to the Lions.

    Analysis: The veteran wideout played 68 percent of the offensive snaps, but Christian Kirk was the team's only standout on a day where Jacksonville mustered just 266 yards of offense. Jones has only five receptions for 72 yards across the past three games, though he did catch a touchdown during that span.

    Published: Mon, Dec 5 at 8:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Secures second touchdown

    Jones caught all three of his targets for 22 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 28-27 win over the Ravens.

    Analysis: The 32-year-old once again operated as Jacksonville's No. 3 wideout, and he ranked fifth on the team in targets during Sunday's victory. Jones has 31 catches for 368 yards and two touchdowns in 10 games this season, and his fantasy outlook will remain limited while Christian Kirk and Zay Jones remain ahead of him on the depth chart.

    Published: Mon, Nov 28 at 12:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches one pass in loss

    Jones caught one of three targets for 33 yards during Sunday's 27-17 loss to Kansas City.

    Analysis: The 32-year-old played only 69 percent of Jacksonville's offensive snaps while Christian Kirk and Zay Jones saw every-down roles and combined for 22 targets. It's the second time in the past three games Jones (Marvin, that is) has failed to record more than one reception. He enters Jacksonville's Week 11 bye with 28 catches for 346 yards and one touchdown through nine contests.

    Published: Mon, Nov 14 at 6:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Five catches against Raiders

    Jones recorded five catches on six targets for 48 yards in Sunday's 27-20 win over the Raiders.

    Analysis: Jones bounced back from a catchless performance in Week 8 to finish second on the Jaguars in targets, yards and receptions, though he now has below 50 receiving yards in seven of his nine games on the campaign. His longest gain of the day went for 15 yards. It's difficult to project that things will get much better for Jones, as the Jaguars primarily run their offense through Christian Kirk and Travis Etienne.

    Published: Sun, Nov 6 at 7:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No catches in London

    Jones failed to catch any of three targets during Sunday's 21-17 loss to the Broncos in London.

    Analysis: Jones had 11 catches for 161 yards in his previous two games, but he had zero receptions Sunday for the second time this season. The 32-year-old's involvement in the passing game has been inconsistent this year, and QB Trevor Lawrence's continued struggles further limits the wideout's fantasy outlook.

    Published: Sun, Oct 30 at 2:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Posts 57 yards on eight targets

    Jones caught four of eight targets for 57 yards during Sunday's 23-17 loss to the Giants.

    Analysis: The veteran wideout returned from a one-game absence Sunday and finished third on the team in targets. Jones totaled only 104 receiving yards through the first four weeks of the season, but he has 11 catches for 161 yards over his past two games.

    Published: Mon, Oct 24 at 10:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for Week 7

    Jones (hamstring) is officially active for Sunday's game against the Giants.

    Analysis: Jones sat out last week with the hamstring injury but will return to action Sunday after being listed as questionable. The 32-year-old hasn't been consistently featured in Jacksonville's aerial attack this season, though he caught seven of 11 targets for 104 yards during his last game Week 5 versus the Texans.

    Published: Sun, Oct 23 at 8:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Says he will play

    Jones (hamstring), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants, said that he will play, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Jones missed last week's loss to the Colts but returned to practice in a limited fashion this week. His status for Sunday won't be confirmed until about 90 minutes before a 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff.

    Published: Sun, Oct 23 at 12:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Week 7

    Jones (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants.

    Analysis: After making an abrupt appearance on the Jaguars' final Week 6 injury report last Friday as limited due to a hamstring injury, Jones was downgraded to out one day later. This week, he again has had a cap on his practice reps and enters the weekend with his status up in the air. Jones' last appearance Week 5 against the Texans marked his most productive outing of the campaign by a large margin (7-104-0 on 11 targets), but his standing for Sunday won't be confirmed until about 90 minutes before a…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 21 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited Thursday

    Jones (hamstring) was a limited practice participant Thursday.

    Analysis: After seemingly injuring his hamstring in the Jaguars' Friday practice prior to the team's Week 6 loss to Indianapolis, Jones has logged two limited practices to open the week ahead of their Week 7 matchup. So long as he remains on that course he should have a good chance to make his return against the Giants on Sunday.

    Published: Thu, Oct 20 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in practice

    Jones (hamstring) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

    Analysis: Jones was added to the injury report last Friday and ended up missing Sunday's loss to the Colts. His ability to practice, even in a limited capacity, suggests the hamstring injury isn't too serious, but that doesn't necessarily mean he'll be ready to face the Giants this weekend. Tim Jones and Kendric Pryor could have an opportunity ahead, as Jamal Agnew (knee) missed practice Wednesday after getting injured in the Week 6 loss.

    Published: Wed, Oct 19 at 1:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Out ahead of Sunday's matchup

    Jones (hamstring) has been downgraded to out and will not play Sunday against the Colts, Mark Long of the Associated Press reports.

    Analysis: It appears as if Jones' late-week injury will ultimately keep him out of the divisional matchup after all. The veteran has fluctuated between critical target hog and complete non entity in recent weeks so it's unclear exactly who benefits with Jones sidelined. Expect Jamal Agnew and possibly Tim Jones to see additional playing time as a result.

    Published: Sat, Oct 15 at 10:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Bothered by hamstring injury

    Jones is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Colts due to a hamstring injury.

    Analysis: Jones hadn't been included on the Jaguars' Week 6 injury report until he showed up Friday as a limited participant in practice due to the hamstring issue. The extent of the injury isn't yet known, but the Jaguars are hopeful the wideout will make enough progress in the next two days to gain clearance for the Week 6 contest. Fellow receiver Zay Jones (ankle) is also listed as questionable following a limited practice Friday, so the Jaguars could be shorthanded at the position if neither of the…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 14 at 1:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Vintage performance in loss

    Jones corralled seven of 11 targets for 104 yards in Sunday's 13-6 loss to the Texans.

    Analysis: Jones led all Jacksonville wideouts in all receiving categories despite the return of Zay Jones (knee). The veteran wideout looked like the prime version of himself, something fantasy and DFS managers were hoping for last week (zero catches on one target) when Zay was sidelined. The 32-year-old continues to start and now has a big game under his belt, but he hadn't topped 38 yards in any of his previous four contests despite logging heavy snaps in each game. The Jaguars' offense is too…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 4:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No catches Week 4

    Jones failed to catch his lone target during Sunday's 29-21 loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: The 32-year-old appeared primed for an increased role Sunday with Zay Jones (ankle) inactive, but rainy conditions and Trevor Lawrence's five giveaways stymied the offense. The turnovers limited Jacksonville to only 47 offensive plays, and Marvin Jones was an afterthought in the passing game with only a single target. The elder Jones will need to be more involved in the offense going forward to find much fantasy relevance.

    Published: Mon, Oct 3 at 1:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Secures touchdown in win

    Jones caught four of seven targets for 33 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 38-10 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: Christian Kirk and Zay Jones combined for 157 yards and two scores on 20 targets, as the pair appear to be the go-to options for Trevor Lawrence early in 2022. Marvin Jones grabbed his first touchdown of the year in the fourth quarter, but he has yet to reach 40 receiving yards in any of the first three games of the season.

    Published: Mon, Sep 26 at 10:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another quiet showing

    Jones caught three of five targets for 33 yards during Sunday's 24-0 win against Indianapolis.

    Analysis: The 32-year-old ranked third on the team in targets for the second straight week and also finished tied for third in receiving yards. Jones has secured seven of 11 targets for 71 yards through the first two games of the year as Christian Kirk has established an immediate connection with Trevor Lawrence and is the clear top option in the passing game.

    Published: Mon, Sep 19 at 10:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Modest showing Week 1

    Jones caught four of six targets for 38 yards during Sunday's 28-22 loss to the Commanders.

    Analysis: Jones finished third in targets for Jacksonville and played 58 of 70 offensive snaps, but he didn't provide significant production in the passing game. The veteran wideout could be third in the pecking order for quarterback Trevor Lawrence, as Christian Kirk and Zay Jones worked as the top options and caught 12 of 21 targets for 182 yards in the season opener.

    Published: Tue, Sep 13 at 10:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Shows connection with Lawrence

    Jones recorded three receptions on four targets for 40 yards in Saturday's preseason loss to the Steelers.

    Analysis: Jones showed a strong connection with Trevor Lawrence, tallying receptions of 16, 14 and 10 yards while working with the first-team offense. Saturday's contest marked Jones' first action of the preseason, and he should be in line to serve as an outside receiver for the Jaguars opposite Christian Kirk in Week 1 against the Commanders.

    Published: Sat, Aug 20 at 9:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sidelined for HOF Game

    Jones won't play in the Hall of Fame Game against the Raiders on Thursday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: This comes as no surprise, as participants in this exhibition rarely play any of their starters. Joining Jones on the sideline are fellow wide receivers Christian Kirk, Zay Jones, Laviska Shenault and Jamal Agnew, leaving Laquon Treadwell, Tim Jones, Jeff Cotton, Kevin Austin and Marvin Hall, among others, available to the Jaguars at the position.

    Published: Thu, Aug 4 at 3:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Starting spot secure

    Jones is listed as one of Jacksonville's starting wide receivers, John Shipley of SI.com reports.

    Analysis: The 32-year-old operated as the Jaguars' No. 1 wideout last year and finished with 73 receptions for 832 yards and four touchdowns in 17 games, so it's not a surprise he'll be a starter again in 2022. The offseason signings of Christian Kirk and Zay Jones should bring more firepower to the aerial attack, which could open things up for QB Trevor Lawrence and Jones, whose 11.4 yards per catch last year was his lowest since his rookie campaign in 2012.

    Published: Tue, Aug 2 at 10:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Closes season well

    Jones recorded seven receptions on eight targets for 88 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 26-11 win over the Colts.

    Analysis: Jones continued his recent trend of alternating between strong performances and duds. He landed on the positive side of that variance Sunday to top 70 receiving yards for the third time in his last five games. Jones' performance was highlighted by four receptions that went for double-digit gains while also finding the end zone for the fourth time this season -- and the first time since Week 6 -- on a three-yard catch late in the third quarter. Even while playing in an inept offense, Jones…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 9 at 4:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals 46 yards in blowout

    Jones caught two of six targets for 46 yards during Sunday's 50-10 loss to the Patriots.

    Analysis: Jones tied with Laquon Treadwell for the team high in targets, though Jones finished with only two receptions and had barely half the yardage. The 31-year-old has been unable to show any kind of consistent production this season as rookie Trevor Lawrence continues to struggle at quarterback with minimal help around him. Jones enters Week 18 with 66 receptions for 744 yards and three touchdowns through 16 games.

    Published: Sun, Jan 2 at 3:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Receives season-high 13 targets

    Jones gathered in eight of 13 targets for 74 yards during Sunday's 26-21 road loss to the Jets.

    Analysis: Jones was on the receiving end of exactly one-third of Trevor Lawrence's 39 passes, but he wasn't very efficient with them. Still, the increased volume allowed Jones to rack up his most yardage since going for 100 back in Week 6 against the Dolphins. Assuming he falls back to the 5-to-6 targets per week he's managed since the Jaguars' Week 7 bye, Jones may be hard-pressed to do much next Sunday at New England.

    Published: Sun, Dec 26 at 3:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held to 14 yards

    Jones caught two of four targets for 14 yards during Sunday's 30-16 loss to the Texans.

    Analysis: Jones tied for fourth on the team in targets, and it's now the second time within the past three games he's failed to crack 20 receiving yards. The 31-year-old has only 28 receptions for 281 yards and zero touchdowns in eight games since the Jaguars' Week 7 bye, and he can't be relied upon as a fantasy option down the stretch.

    Published: Sun, Dec 19 at 2:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets back to relevancy

    Jones recorded six receptions on seven targets for 70 yards in Sunday's 20-0 loss to the Titans.

    Analysis: Jones tied for the team lead with seven targets, as Trevor Lawrence took to the air 40 times. He accounted for the majority of his production on a few big plays, highlighted by gains of 31 and 14 yards. It was the first time that Jones surpassed five receptions since Week 6 and only the third time that he's topped 50 receiving yards in that span. Jones could be in a spot for another productive effort in Week 15 against the Texans, as he put together a five-reception, 77-yard, one-touchdown…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 12 at 6:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Coach denies rift

    Jaguars coach Urban Meyer denied a report that surfaced over the weekend that he and Jones had a big argument in practice, Fox's Jay Glazer reported on Sunday's pregame show.

    Analysis: Jones has been a disappointment with the Jaguars, catching just 48 passes for 540 yards and three touchdowns so far. He's obviously not solely responsible for those poor numbers, but he has had some big drops this season.

    Published: Sun, Dec 12 at 9:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Held to two catches

    Jones caught two passes for 11 yards on three targets Sunday in the Jaguars' 37-7 loss to the Rams.

    Analysis: It's been a difficult season for Jones and the Jaguars offense, and this matchup was one of the tougher ones on their schedule. Disappointing as it might be, Jones' numbers from Sunday can't be called surprising. While it's best to not get hopes too high with any component of the Jacksonville passing game, a Week 14 matchup with the Titans is probably more favorable than the clash against the Rams was.

    Published: Sun, Dec 5 at 5:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Notches four catches Sunday

    Jones reeled in four of seven targets for 43 yards during Sunday's 21-14 loss to the Falcons.

    Analysis: Aside from a 21-yard reception at the two-minute warning of the first half, none of Jones' other three grabs went for more than 10 yards, and one of his targets was picked off by Atlanta safety Duron Harmon. Jones primarily has had muted performances this season working with rookie signal-caller Trevor Lawrence, with one 100-yard effort and three touchdowns (none since Week 6) in 11 games. The 10th-year pro will seek out a better outing next Sunday versus the Rams' 15th-ranked pass offense.

    Published: Sun, Nov 28 at 1:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes four catches

    Jones caught four passes for 52 yards on six targets against San Francisco on Sunday.

    Analysis: Jones is pretty much overmatched in Jacksonville's No. 1 receiver role, which was supposed to be filled by DJ Chark (ankle) prior to his season-ending injury. Jones' line was serviceable on the surface, but the Jaguars passing game was never threatening and scored their one touchdown with just about three minutes left in the 30-10 blowout loss. Perhaps he can get more going against Atlanta's thin secondary in Week 12, but Jones might be dependent on garbage-time production in most of…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 21 at 2:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to two catches in loss

    Jones secured two of six targets for 35 yards in the Jaguars' 23-17 loss to the Colts on Sunday.

    Analysis: Jones' yardage total, meager as it was, actually qualified as the second highest for the Jaguars on the afternoon. The veteran continues to see a solid amount of targets -- he's logged at least five in five consecutive contests -- but he's managed 35 yards or less in four of those games. Jones' next opportunity to parlay his looks into more production comes in a Week 11 home matchup versus the 49ers.

    Published: Sun, Nov 14 at 8:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles again

    Jones caught three passes for 21 yards on five targets against Buffalo on Sunday.

    Analysis: Jones continues to appear overexposed as Jacksonville's top wide receiver, and it might continue to prove difficult for him to produce when facing competent defenses. It's not clear whether the Colts might constitute that as a Week 10 opponent, but the overall struggles of the Jacksonville passing game have been discouraging to the point that every matchup appears risky for Jones' fantasy managers.

    Published: Sun, Nov 7 at 3:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ineffective Sunday

    Jones caught five receptions for 35 yards on seven targets against Seattle on Sunday.

    Analysis: Jones committed a painful drop on a play that would have given Jacksonville a third-down conversion, but the Jaguars had so many problems that Jones wasn't particularly high on the list of reasons why they were lit up 31-7 by a mediocre Seattle roster. Even if he's absolved of that failure, the fact is the Jaguars appear too dysfunctional for Jones to provide consistent returns for his fantasy investors. A big game like in Week 6 against Miami (seven catches for 100 yards and one touchdown on…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 31 at 5:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Grabs third touchdown

    Jones recorded seven receptions on 10 targets for 100 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Dolphins.

    Analysis: Jones bounced back from an inefficient Week 5 performance to reach 100 receiving yards for the first time this season. He delivered three catches of 20 yards or more, highlighted by a 28-yard trip to the end zone just before halftime. It was Jones' third touchdown of the season and first since Week 2. Jones had recorded only four receptions for 49 yards combined between the team's last two contests, so this was a strong bounce-back performance.

    Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 11:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Disappears in Week 5

    Jones caught one of five targets for 25 yards against Tennessee on Sunday.

    Analysis: The Jaguars trailed the vast majority of the 37-19 loss and quarterback Trevor Lawrence attempted 33 passes, but rather than targeting Jones or Laviska Shenault (three targets), most of the usage funneled toward Tavon Austin (five targets) and Jamal Agnew (eight targets). It's not a winning blueprint for the Jaguars offense, and they likely understand that any success as a passing game will need to run through Jones and Shenault in upcoming weeks. Whether they can pull it off is a separate…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 2:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Minimal production in loss

    Jones brought in all three targets for 24 yards in the Jaguars' 24-21 loss to the Bengals on Thursday night.

    Analysis: The veteran wideout ironically turned in his most meager production of the season in a game during which fellow starting wideout DJ Chark went down with a fractured ankle and in which Jones was also facing his original squad. The 31-year-old hadn't logged any fewer than eight targets in any of his first three contests, so Thursday's results can certainly be qualified as an outlier, particularly under the circumstances. Jones will look to boost his production back up in a Week 5 divisional…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 30 at 9:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leading receiver again

    Jones caught six of eight targets for 62 yards during Sunday's 31-19 loss to the Cardinals.

    Analysis: Jones continues to be the favorite target of QB Trevor Lawrence, as he led the Jaguars' pass catchers in catches, targets and receiving yards again Sunday. The veteran wideout appears to have a solid floor despite Lawrence's and the offense's overall struggles, with at least five catches and 55 yards through each of the first three games of the season, along with a pair of touchdowns overall.

    Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 2:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Adds anther score Week 2

    Jones caught six of 11 targets for 55 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 23-13 loss to the Broncos.

    Analysis: Jones led Jaguars in catches and targets, as QB Trevor Lawrence completed only 14 passes for 118 yards on the afternoon. The veteran wideout has showed a strong connection with the rookie signal-caller through two games and appears to be the top option in the passing game. Jones has caught 11 passes for 132 yards and two touchdowns through two games, and he's been the only Jacksonville weapon to provide worthwhile production in each of the first pair of 2021 contests.

    Published: Sun, Sep 19 at 1:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores in team debut

    Jones secured five of nine targets for 77 yards and a touchdown in the Jaguars' 37-21 loss to the Texans on Sunday.

    Analysis: The veteran wideout got his Jaguars career off to a good start, bringing in a four-yard touchdown pass from Trevor Lawrence with five seconds remaining in the contest. While the score was meaningless in the context of the game result, it capped a positive day for Jones, who finished second in receiving yardage and was a co-runner-up in targets on the afternoon as well. Game script did force Trevor Lawrence to attempt 51 passes, however, so it remains to be seen how Jones will measure up to…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 12 at 3:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Recovers from shoulder injury

    Jones (shoulder) isn't listed on the injury report for the Jaguars' season opener Sunday in Houston, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: With Jones and DJ Chark (finger) both avoiding the injury report, rookie quarterback Trevor Lawrence will have his full complement of pass catchers -- minus rookie running back Travis Etienne (foot) -- available for Week 1. Jones, Chark and Laviska Shenault all are realistic candidates to lead the team in targets, and it's possible there's enough volume to keep all three fantasy-viable options if the Jaguars end up chucking the ball around but don't find a major receiving threat at running…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 8 at 3:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • On track for Week 1

    Jones (shoulder) is expected to be healthy for the Sept. 12 season opener at Houston, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The 31-year-old has been dealing with an AC joint sprain in his shoulder over the past week, but there's never been much doubt about his availability for Week 1. DJ Chark (finger) and Tavon Austin (quadriceps) are also expected to be good to go against the Texans. Jones, Chark and Laviska Shenault are poised to operate as Jacksonville's top three pass catchers with rookie Trevor Lawrence helming the offense.

    Published: Tue, Aug 31 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing

    Jones (shoulder) wasn't spotted at practice Friday, Mark Long of the Associated Press reports.

    Analysis: Jones is dealing with an AC joint sprain in his shoulder, but the injury isn't expected to prevent him from being ready for Week 1 action. That said, it seems safe to assume that the wideout won't play in Sunday's preseason finale against the Cowboys. When available, Jones will combine with DJ Chark and Laviska Shenault to head the Jaguars' wide receiver corps this coming season, with the trio slated to catch passes from No. 1 overall pick Trevor Lawrence, who was recently confirmed as the…read more

    Published: Fri, Aug 27 at 9:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Should be ready for Week 1

    Coach Urban Meyer indicated that Jones (shoulder) should be ready for Week 1 against the Texans, John Oehser of the Jaguars' official site reports.

    Analysis: Jones has avoided a worst-case scenario with the AC joint sprain and looks to still be on track for the opener at this point. It will still be worth monitoring his progression leading up to the opener as Jones prepares to embark on his first season in Jacksonville with rookie quarterback Trevor Lawrence at the helm. Jones joins a Jacksonville wideout group that features a pair of talented young wideouts in DJ Chark (finger) and Laviska Shenault.

    Published: Thu, Aug 26 at 2:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Diagnosed with AC joint sprain

    Jaguars head coach Urban Meyer said Wednesday that Jones is dealing with an AC joint sprain in his shoulder, John Reid of The Florida Times-Union reports.

    Analysis: The wideout's status now will need to be monitored as Jacksonville's Sept. 12 season opener in Houston approaches. Once Jones takes the field in the regular season, he'll be catching passes from No. 1 overall pick Trevor Lawrence, who was confirmed as the Jaguars' starting quarterback Wednesday.

    Published: Wed, Aug 25 at 9:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches four passes

    Jones caught four of five targets for 41 yards in Monday night's 23-21 preseason loss to the Saints.

    Analysis: Jones hauled in a couple of passes for first downs from quarterback Trevor Lawrence on Jacksonville's lone scoring drive of the first half. The veteran figures to be a reliable outlet for Lawrence should he be named the Jags' starter as expected, and Monday's performance helped that notion. With top wideout DJ Chark (finger) likely missing the whole preseason, Jones' rapport with Lawrence could be useful early in the upcoming campaign.

    Published: Mon, Aug 23 at 8:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Impresses early in camp

    Head coach Urban Meyer said Wednesday he "can't overemphasize" the positive effect Jones has had on Jacksonville's wide receivers and the team as a whole, Eugene Frenette of The Florida Times-Union reports.

    Analysis: The 31-year-old joined Jacksonville on a two-year, $14.5 million deal early in the offseason after spending the past five seasons in Detroit, and he's poised to work as his new team's No. 2 wide receiver. Jones brings a veteran presence to a young offense that will be led by rookie signal-caller Trevor Lawrence. Fourth-year wideout DJ Chark sits atop the depth chart, while Laviska Shenault and Collin Johnson are in their second years and in prime position to benefit from the veteran's presence.…read more

    Published: Wed, Aug 4 at 7:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Added by Jaguars

    Jones has agreed to a two-year, $14.5 million deal with the Jaguars, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Jones' deal with Jacksonville reportedly includes $9.2 million fully guaranteed. At first glance, this looks like a pretty solid value for the team, with the 31-year-old having logged a 76/978/9 stat line for the Lions in 2020. Jones joins a wideout corps that also includes DJ Chark and Laviska Shenault and an offense that's soon expected to include next month's projected No. 1 overall draft pick, QB Trevor Lawrence.

    Published: Tue, Mar 16 at 2:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Stafford reunion possible

    Jones is expected to have interest in joining the Rams this offseason, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: An impending free agent, Jones is from Southern California, and the 30-year-old would presumably prefer to sign with a contender this offseason. Those two factors would make the Rams a logical destination for Jones, especially after the organization traded for quarterback Matthew Stafford. Jones caught passes from Stafford over each of the past five seasons in Detroit and connected with him for nine touchdowns in three of those years.

    Published: Wed, Feb 17 at 12:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Goes off against Vikings

    Jones caught eight of 11 targets for 180 yards and two touchdowns during Sunday's 37-35 loss to Minnesota.

    Analysis: Finishing out the year as the alpha receiver in the absence of Kenny Golladay (hip), Jones' big day could have been huge had a third touchdown not been overturned by replay. The Vikings' young corners simply had no answer for the strong rapport between Jones and quarterback Matthew Stafford. While missing out on that third touchdown (from 30 yards out) was extra disappointing since it would have gotten Jones to 1,000 receiving yards and double-digit touchdowns on the year, there's at least…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 3:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Three targets Saturday

    Jones caught all three of his targets for 19 yards in Saturday's 47-7 loss to the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Neither Chase Daniel nor David Blough showed any ability to push the ball downfield to Jones after Matthew Stafford (ankle) exited at the end of Detroit's first possession. With the offensive line struggling to protect and Stafford possibly sitting out the season finale against the Vikings, Jones will be fighting an uphill battle as he tries to close out his season on a high note next week.

    Published: Sat, Dec 26 at 1:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dominates target share

    Jones corralled 10 of 12 targets for 112 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 46-25 loss to the Titans.

    Analysis: Jones has proven himself as a high-floor fantasy asset with Kenny Golladay (hip) sidelined, but during Week 15, the 30-year-old established his second-highest receiving output of the 2020 campaign. An opening-drive TD catch gave Jones his seventh of the season, pulling him to within three of a career high (10) heading into a Week 16 home game against the Buccaneers. Atlanta's top receiver, Calvin Ridley, exploded for 10 catches, 163 yards and a score against Tampa Bay on Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 2:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held in check by Green Bay

    Jones caught four of eight targets for 48 yards during Sunday's 31-24 loss to the Packers.

    Analysis: Yet again the alpha receiver with Kenny Golladay (hip) shelved, Jones was held in check by a respectable Green Bay secondary, and no Detroit receiver topped 66 yards despite playing from behind most of the game. As Golladay didn't practice in any capacity last Friday, it seems there's a good chance that Jones will continue to operate as the No. 1 wideout in Week 15, but his upside will be severely capped if Matthew Stafford (ribs) is forced to miss time.

    Published: Mon, Dec 14 at 7:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Huge outing with Golladay shelved

    Jones reeled in eight of 12 targets for 116 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 34-30 win against the Bears.

    Analysis: With Kenny Golladay (hip) unavailable for a fifth consecutive contest, Jones cruised past his previous season high in receiving yards (96) while notching his sixth score of 2020. He's averaged 5.8 receptions and 70.8 yards per contest over his past five appearances sans Golladay. By contrast, with the Pro Bowl receiver active Weeks 4 through 8, Jones recorded just 2.8 catches per game while enduring two separate outings of less than 10 receiving yards.

    Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 3:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Can't do much with volume Thursday

    Jones caught six of 12 targets for 48 yards in Thursday's 41-25 loss to the Texans.

    Analysis: Despite leading Detroit in catches and targets, Jones finished third on the team in receiving yards as he wasn't able to turn his volume into any splash plays. The veteran wideout has piled up 28 targets over the last three games, but his role could shrink in Week 13 if Kenny Golladay (hip) is able to return for a road clash against the stingy Bears defense.

    Published: Thu, Nov 26 at 2:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Long touchdown negated by penalty

    Jones caught four of six targets for 51 yards during Sunday's 20-0 loss to Carolina.

    Analysis: Again serving as the clear No. 1 wideout in the absence of both Kenny Golladay (hip) and Danny Amendola (hip), Jones was close to having a big day had a 51-yard touchdown not been called back due to an illegal offensive formation penalty. Without a long-range score, Jones had a hard time finding the painted area, as Matthew Stafford's thumb injury played a role in Detroit never reaching the red zone, which is where Jones caught three of his four touchdowns over the previous three games. Jones…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 1:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready for Sunday

    Jones (knee) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Carolina, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.

    Analysis: Jones started the week as a non-participant before upgrading to a limited practice Thursday and a full session Friday. He had his best game of the season last week against Washington, and he should be busy again with fellow wide receivers Kenny Golladay and Danny Amendola both ruled out due to hip injuries. Meanwhile, QB Matthew Stafford (thumb) is expected to play, though he's officially listed as questionable on the final injury report.

    Published: Fri, Nov 20 at 1:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Fits in limited practice

    Jones (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: Though Jones was listed as a non-participant Wednesday in the Lions' first practice of the week, Kyle Meinke of MLive.com suggests the wideout's absence was likely rest-related. Jones' return to work a day later supports that notion, and if he can upgrade to full activity Friday, he'll likely avoid taking an injury designation into Sunday's game in Carolina. With the likes of D'Andre Swift (concussion), Kenny Golladay (hip) and Danny Amendola (hip) all going down as a non-participants in…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 19 at 1:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with knee injury

    Jones didn't practice Wednesday due to a knee injury.

    Analysis: Jones and fellow starting wideout Danny Amendola (hip) both missed Wednesday's practice, while Kenny Golladay (hip) and T.J. Hockenson (toe) were limited participants. To make matters worse for Detroit's receiving corps, quarterback Matthew Stafford sat out practice and could be in danger of missing time due to a ligament tear in his thumb. As such, the Lions can scarcely afford for Jones to miss Sunday's game in Carolina.

    Published: Wed, Nov 18 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not seen at practice

    Jones (undisclosed) wasn't present at practice Wednesday, Kyle Meinke of MLive.com reports.

    Analysis: The Lions' receiving corps is banged up at the moment, with Kenny Golladay (hip) returning to practice Wednesday after missing two straight games and Danny Amendola taking a seat after injuring his hip this past Sunday against Washington. As a result, coach Matt Patricia may just be holding out his other veteran wide receiver, the 30-year-old Jones. Wednesday's injury report will reveal the reason for Jones' absence.

    Published: Wed, Nov 18 at 10:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Big day against Washington

    Jones caught eight of 10 targets for 96 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 30-27 victory over Washington.

    Analysis: Jones really hadn't taken advantage of any of Kenny Golladay's (hip) previous three absences this season, but he came through against a Washington defense that previously allowed the fewest fantasy points to wide receivers in 2020. With Golladay yet to return to practice and Danny Amendola (hip) possibly on the shelf as well, it seems like Jones could continue to serve as the clear No. 1 option in the passing game in the short term. Next up is a Week 11 matchup against a floundering Panthers…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 4:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches fourth TD of season

    Jones caught three of four targets for 43 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's loss to Minnesota.

    Analysis: Again serving as the de facto No. 1 receiver in the absence of Kenny Golladay (hip), Jones somehow saw his third-lowest target total of the season. His stat line certainly wasn't helped by Matthew Stafford's (concussion) departure for the locker room, but Jones' light workload is still surprising given how the Vikings' already-weak secondary was also dealing with numerous injuries to cornerbacks. While it's not clear if Golladay has a chance to return Week 10, Jones seems like a risky choice…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 9 at 9:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores twice in loss

    Jones caught three of seven passes for 39 yards and two touchdowns during Sunday's 41-21 loss to the Colts.

    Analysis: Jones scored on a 25-yard crossing route on the opening drive and found the end zone again after Kenny Golladay (hip) left the game. While the veteran was otherwise held in check by a tough Colts defense, Jones could see an increased workload in the near future if Golladay misses time. Next up is a Week 9 matchup against a Vikings defense that has allowed the third-most yards per pass attempt (8.5) with 17 passing touchdowns through seven games in 2020.

    Published: Sun, Nov 1 at 2:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Offensive involvement reignited

    Jones corralled five of his six targets for 80 receiving yards during Sunday's 23-22 win against the Falcons.

    Analysis: Lions offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell said this week that he needed to find creative ways to get Jones more involved in the game plan, and during Week 7 that effort was visible. Jones finished one notch behind Kenny Golladay for the team lead in targets, while his 80 receiving yards marked a season high. The 30-year-old totaled just 17 yards over Detroit's preceding two games combined entering Sunday, but evidently there does exist a reality in which Jones and Golladay can cohabitate as…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 4:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared from injury report

    Jones (knee) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Atlanta, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.

    Analysis: Jones started the week as a non-participant before upgrading to limited participation Thursday and a full session Friday. He's played more than 80 percent of offensive snaps each game this season, but he's averaging only 2.8 catches for 29.2 yards, and he's seen just 10 targets in the three games Kenny Golladay has played. A matchup with the feeble Atlanta defense could help, though Jones was shut down by a similarly vulnerable Jacksonville unit last week.

    Published: Fri, Oct 23 at 12:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts forth limited practice

    Jones (knee) took part in Thursday's practice in a limited fashion.

    Analysis: The activity level marks a step forward for Jones, who didn't take any reps during Wednesday's session. Assuming Jones can repeat his limited participation Friday or upgrade to full work, he should be in good shape to play this weekend in Atlanta. Through five games, Jones has been a disappointment for fantasy managers with only 14 receptions for 146 yards and a touchdown across his 24 targets.

    Published: Thu, Oct 22 at 12:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice with knee injury

    Jones didn't practice Wednesday due to a knee injury.

    Analysis: Jones is appearing on the injury report for the first time this season. The veteran wideout will have two more chances to increase his level of activity in practice ahead of Sunday's game in Atlanta, so there's seemingly not yet reason for fantasy managers to worry about his availability. Jones has been held below 10 receiving yards in back-to-back games, but if healthy, he'll have a good opportunity to get right against a suspect Falcons secondary.

    Published: Wed, Oct 21 at 1:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Meager production continues

    Jones caught two of five targets for eight yards during Sunday's 34-16 victory over Jacksonville.

    Analysis: Although Jones' biggest catch of the day was wiped out by a questionable offensive penalty, he has officially gone back-to-back games with single-digit receiving yardage despite a pair of inviting matchups against the Saints and Jaguars. Meanwhile, the Lions appeared to make a concerted effort out of their Week 5 bye to give D'Andre Swift more touches. If that notion becomes a legitimate trend in the coming weeks, the 30-year-old Jones might have even more trouble carving out regular touches on…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 19 at 9:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Held under 10 yards vs. Saints

    Jones caught one of his two targets for nine receiving yards during Sunday's 35-29 loss to the Saints.

    Analysis: In a matchup against a Saints secondary that was without Marshon Lattimore (hamstring) and Janoris Jenkins (shoulder) for Week 4, Jones was contained to his lowest receiving output since Oct. 7, 2018. With Kenny Golladay back in the lineup the past two weeks, Jones has been held to four total catches (on five targets) for 60 yards. While Golladay nursed a hamstring injury Weeks 1 and 2, Jones attracted 14 combined targets, accumulating eight catches, 78 yards and a touchdown. An Oct. 18…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 6 at 5:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finishes with 51 receiving yards

    Jones caught all three of his targets for 51 yards during Sunday's 26-23 win over the Cardinals.

    Analysis: Jones finished fifth on the team in targets while ranking third in both receptions and receiving yards. He made the most of the looks he received, but his reduced role is a direct result of teammate Kenny Golladay making his season debut. Jones still has the ability to break off big plays when given the chance, but his boom-or-bust profile could result in plenty of down weeks as well. With Golladay drawing attention from the Saints defense next Sunday, perhaps Jones will find himself called…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 27 at 6:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone in loss

    Jones caught four of six targets for 23 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 42-21 loss to Green Bay.

    Analysis: Jones' four-yard touchdown late in the first quarter gave Detroit a 14-3 lead, but it was all Packers from there. The veteran receiver is off to a pedestrian start with eight catches for 78 yards and a touchdown through two games. Jones will hope to pick up the pace against the Cardinals in Week 3.

    Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 2:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches four passes

    Jones caught four of eight targets for 55 yards during Sunday's 27-23 loss to Chicago.

    Analysis: Jones had one of the highlights of the game when he ran over Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson in the open field. While fantasy owners were probably hoping for more on a statistical level given the absence of Kenny Golladay (hamstring), it's possible Jones has a better chance of being productive when there is someone like Golladay available to take defensive attention away. It's not clear if Golladay will return for Week 2 against Green Bay.

    Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 4:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Working out with younger teammates

    Jones (ankle) acknowledged on Twitter that he recently hosted Lions rookie Quintez Cephus and free agent signee Victor Bolden for workouts at his residence.

    Analysis: Jones spent the final three games of last season on injured reserve due to an ankle injury. Considering he was seen planting and cutting on both of his ankles in the video he posted, it seems the 30-year-old is getting back to full health. Jones, in a contract year -- along with Kenny Golladay and Danny Amendola -- is also giving the Detroit front office plenty of reason to keep him around -- n spite of his age and contract status -- given his displays of leadership.

    Published: Thu, Jun 4 at 7:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Out for season

    Jones (ankle) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Coach Matt Patricia told Rothstein that Jones injured his ankle on the final possession of the Lions' Week 14 loss at Minnesota. Apparently, the issue is severe enough to keep Jones sidelined for the remainder of the season, which is a fate that has befallen him for the second straight year. Overall, he hauled in 62 of 91 targets for 779 yards and nine touchdowns in 13 games in 2019. In Jones' absence, Kenny Golladay figures to be even more prominent in the passing attack, while Danny Amendola…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 10 at 1:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held in check

    Jones hauled in three of seven targets for 38 yards in the team's Week 14 loss to the Vikings.

    Analysis: Jones racked up seven targets but managed to convert fewer than half into receptions. His longest gain of the day came midway through the first quarter, when he hauled in an 18-yard reception down the right sideline. On a positive note, Jones has shown some rapport with third-string quarterback David Blough, racking up 13 targets in two games with Blough under center. Jones will draw an exploitable matchup in Week 15 as the Lions take on the Buccaneers.

    Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 3:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches another touchdown

    Jones caught three of six targets for 40 yards and one touchdown during Thursday's 24-20 loss to the Bears.

    Analysis: News that Detroit would be turning to its third-string quarterback understandably made it hard to trust Jones against a tough Chicago team, but the veteran wideout put up a respectable fantasy total nonetheless thanks to his outstanding red-zone prowess. In fact, Thursday's touchdown marked Jones ninth score in 12 games this season and he only needs one more to match his career high of 10 touchdowns from the 2013 campaign with Cincinnati. Combined with his upside to rack up triple-digit…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 28 at 3:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Targeted 11 times in loss

    Jones caught five of 11 targets for 46 yards during Sunday's 19-16 loss to Washington.

    Analysis: Jones, like the Lions' offense has a whole, has missed Matthew Stafford (back), but the veteran wide receiver has made the most of playing with backup Jeff Driskel, enjoying a team-high 21 targets in Driskel's three starts. Driskel showed Sunday that he's willing to force the ball to Jones, sometimes to the Lions' advantage -- such as on a 14-yard sideline throw to set up a field goal just before halftime -- and sometimes to the team's detriment, such as on an ill-timed interception in the…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 3:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches two TD passes vs. Dallas

    Jones caught four of five targets for 53 yards and two touchdowns during Sunday's 35-27 loss to the Cowboys.

    Analysis: Jones tied for the team lead in targets but finished averaging an atypical 10.8 yards per catch. He ruggedly found his way into the end zone from 11 yards out in the third quarter and added a 25-yard score in the fourth, keeping his team in a game it was expected to lose handily. Jones now has seven touchdowns in his last five games and seems able to produce even with Jeff Driskel under center. He could have room to flourish next Sunday against the Redskins and will possess even greater upside…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 3:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not impacted by Stafford's absence

    Jones caught five of six targets for a team-high 77 yards in Sunday's 20-13 loss to the Bears.

    Analysis: It was encouraging to see Jones post a typical stat line with Jeff Driskel filling in for Matthew Stafford (back) under center. While Jones' ceiling is certainly lower sans Stafford, he should remain a viable fantasy option against the Cowboys in Week 11 regardless of whether the Lions' starting quarterback makes his return.

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 2:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Missing starting QB in Week 10

    Jones will be catching passes from backup quarterback Jeff Driskel in Sunday's Week 10 game against the Bears with Matthew Stafford (back) inactive for the contest.

    Analysis: Jones' fantasy outlook, along with that of the rest of his skill-position teammates, naturally takes a sizable hit with Stafford out of action. Driskel does have starting experience, having logged nine games under center with the Bengals last season during which he generated a 6:2 TD:INT and threw for 1,003 yards overall. However, a last-minute spot start against the Bears at Soldier Field figures to be a difficult assignment, even with Chicago's defense not quite as consistent as in seasons…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 8:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone in loss to Raiders

    Jones caught eight of 10 targets for 126 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 31-24 loss to the Raiders.

    Analysis: Jones led the team in targets while averaging a healthy 15.8 yards per catch. He broke off a season-long 47-yard gain to help him get there and added a two-yard touchdown reception to give him six scores through eight games in 2019. Jones is on pace for one of the best statistical seasons of his career and will look to keep it up next Sunday against the Bears.

    Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 5:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Marvin Jones
WR # | Manager: FA
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