Tagged: Matt Jones (10 Results)
Eagles RB Clement looking for increased role in crowded backfield
Philadelphia running back COREY CLEMENT is looking to build on his playoff and Super Bowl success and increase his role with the Eagles heading into the 2018 season. While Clement is… More a promising young back, fellow running back JAY AJAYI is expected to lead the way for the Eagles. The Philadelphia backfield is also a crowded place with DARREN SPROLES, WENDELL SMALLWOOD, DONNEL PUMPHREY, MATT JONES, and JOSH ADAMS all in the mix as well. Less
Source: Philadelphia Daily News
Eagles sign RB Matt Jones
The Philadelphia Eagles signed free agent running back MATT JONES to a two-year deal to potentially provide depth at the position. With JAY AJAYI, DARREN SPROLES, and COREY CLEMENT already set in the backfield, it’s unlikely that Jones will provide much fantasy value.
Source: Team Blog
Colts sign RB Michael
The Indianapolis Colts re-signed running back CHRISTINE MICHAEL to join what looks like a crowded backfield. Michael will join fellow running backs MARLON MACK, ROBERT TURBIN, MATT JONES, JOSH FERGUSON, and… More GEORGE WINN. One or more of these backs will attempt to replace former Colt FRANK GORE in the Indianapolis backfield. Less
Source: USA Today
Colts add RB Matt Jones
Indianapolis has claimed former Washington running back MATT JONES off waivers. Jones is a former third-round pick who fell out of favor in Washington when the team became frustrated with his fumbling issues. Jones is expected to compete for backup snaps with rookie MARLON MACK behind starter FRANK GORE.
Source: NFL.com
Washington RB Jones fighting for starting job
After skipping voluntary workouts on the advice of his agent, Washington running back MATT JONES is back at the team minicamp and fighting for his old starting job. While the chances… More of Jones succeeding seem remote with the crowded backfield in Washington, coach Jay Gruden said it would come down to how each back performs in the competition. Gruden added that it would be hard to displace the backs that had fully participated in offseason workouts. Less
Source: Washington Post
Washington RB Jones absent from voluntary offseason practice
Washington running back MATT JONES was absent from the team’s voluntary offseason practice for the second consecutive day as his role appears to be in serious doubt. Jones lost his starting… More job last season to ROB KELLEY and with third-down specialist CHRIS THOMPSON and rookie SAMAJE PERINE on board, his fantasy value is questionable at best. Less
Source: Washington Post
Factoid: Washington
Going off my gut, I was of the impression that Washington’s offense slipped last year – that it wasn’t as good as in 2015. Certainly, Kirk Cousins had all kinds of problems in the red zone, and Matt Jones got benched halfway through the year. But when you get out the numbers, they tell a slightly different story. more »
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Washington rookie RB to push for starting role?
Washington rookie running back SAMAJE PERINE was drafted in the fourth round of the NFL draft and is already being considered an instant challenger to fellow running back ROB KELLEY. Former third-round running back MATT JONES is expected to be impacted the most, with his roster spot actually in jeopardy.
Source: ESPN.com
Washington re-signs RB Chris Thompson
Washington has re-signed restricted free agent running back CHRIS THOMPSON, who is coming off the most productive season of his four-year NFL career. The backfield could be crowed in Washington this season, with Thompson joining running backs ROB KELLEY, MATT JONES, MACK BROWN, and KEITH MARSHALL.
Source: Washington Post
Kelley to remain Washington starter
Washington coaches are very happy with the performance of running back ROB KELLEY since he has taken over the starting role from former starter MATT JONES. Coaches appear to like Kelley’s… More decisiveness, ability to gain tough yards, and the fact that he protects the football. For Jones owners, it could be a while before he sees the field again. Less
Source: Washington Post