The New England Patriots are expected to take time to meet with veteran cornerback Jonathan Jones ahead of free agency.
Veteran cornerback Jonathan Jones, one of the few remaining Patriots with a Super Bowl ring, is headed to the open market, according to a source. The news isn’t a surprise. Jones is 31 with his best years behind him. However, the option for him to return to the Patriots remains open.
Jones is expected to hit free agency Monday, despite mutual interest in a return to New England, Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald reports. Jones has spent the first nine seasons of his NFL career in New England,
The former second-round pick becomes the top Auburn alumnus to secure a contract during this year’s free agency. His addition to the Patriots’ lineup could create a ripple effect, drawing attention to other available cornerbacks—most notably, former Patriot and fellow Auburn standout Jonathan Jones.
New England spent big on Eagles defensive tackle Milton Williams, Lions cornerback Carlton Davis, Raiders linebacker Robert Spillane, and Jets right tackle Morgan Moses
Free-agent DL Milton Williams, who was thought to be finalizing a deal with the Panthers, is now headed to the Patriots.