Broncos' D.J. Jones: Concludes second season in Denver
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Jones recorded 46 tackles (30 solo), including two sacks, with three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries while playing 16 games during the 2023 season.
Jones showed improvement in his second campaign with the Broncos, recording 12 more tackles than he did in 2022 while making more game-changing plays. The veteran nose tackle's three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries were both career highs. Jones is heading into the final season of his three-year deal with Denver, so the 29-year-old will look to build off his solid performance this season heading into a contract year.
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Broncos' D.J. Jones: Won't return versus Jets
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Jones (knee) was ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game versus the Jets, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Jones will remain sidelined after he exited with a knee injury during the third quarter. The 28-year-old nose tackle tallied 10 tackles coming into Week 5, and he will now have four days to recover before Denver takes on the Chiefs on Thursday Night Football.
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Broncos' D.J. Jones: Sees limited action Saturday
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Jones assisted on one tackle in Saturday's 21-20 preseason loss to the 49ers.
Jones suffered a concussion in Denver's first preseason contest against Arizona, but the veteran was able to clear protocol in time to garner active status for Saturday's tilt in San Francisco. The 28-year-old nose tackle should continue to play a significant role on the Broncos' interior defensive line in 2023.
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Broncos' D.J. Jones: Back at practice
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Jones (knee) was able to participate at the Broncos' practice Thursday, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Jones has been dealing with a knee injury as the Broncos have been ramping up their offseason program in recent weeks, but it appears the nose tackle is good to go moving forward. Jones is expected to be a staple on Denver's interior defensive line in his second year with the franchise. He recorded 34 tackles, including two sacks, while deflecting a career-high six passes over 15 games last season.
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Broncos' D.J. Jones: Sidelined on New Year's Day
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Jones (knee) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.
Jones will now miss his first matchup of the 2022-23 campaign as a result of the knee injury. In his absence, Mike Purcell should handle a larger role at nose tackle this weekend, while Eyioma Uwazurike is slated to receive more rotational snaps on Denver's defensive line.
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Broncos' D.J. Jones: Questionable to play versus KC
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Jones (knee) is considered questionable for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.
Jones was sidelined for first the two practices of Week 17 with a knee injury, though it's unclear when or how this issue first arose. The 27-year-old nose tackle was able to increase his participation with a limited session Friday, so he'll still have a chance to suit up for Sunday's divisional matchup. Jones has recorded 34 tackles, two sacks and a career-high six passes defended over 15 games this season, and his potential absence would leave Eyioma Uwazurike to assume a bigger role behind presumptive starting nose tackle Mike Purcell.
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Broncos' D.J. Jones: Dealing with illness
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Jones (shoulder/illness) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against Arizona, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Jones continues to deal with shoulder discomfort, but he was trending toward suiting up again after logging back-to-back full sessions to start Week 15 prep. However, he was downgraded to a non-participant Friday due to an illness. The veteran nose tackle has yet to miss a game during his first season with Denver, totaling 32 tackles, five pass defenses and two sacks.
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Broncos' D.J. Jones: Set to play Sunday
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Jones (shoulder) has been ruled active for Sunday's game against the Chiefs, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Jones dealt with shoulder discomfort during Week 14 prep and was listed as questionable heading into Sunday. However, this will not stop the starting nose tackle from suiting up against Kansas City. Expect Jones to continue playing the majority of Denver's defensive snaps up front.
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Broncos' D.J. Jones: Labeled questionable for Sunday
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Jones (shoulder) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Chiefs, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Jones returned to practice Friday after being sidelined for back-to-back sessions to begin Week 14 prep. If he's sidelined Sunday, DeShawn Williams would likely be the primary beneficiary.
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Broncos' D.J. Jones: Practicing Friday
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Jones (shoulder) is available for practice Friday, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Jones made his return to practice Friday after being unavailable for each of the Broncos' first two sessions of the week, making it likely that he plays Sunday versus the Chiefs. His status is still worth monitoring, and if he's held out, DeShawn Williams would likely take over at starting nose tackle.
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Broncos' D.J. Jones: Won't practice Thursday
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Jones (shoulder) was a non-participant in practice Thursday, Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post reports.
Gabriel notes that according to head coach Nathanial Hackett, Jones is dealing with "discomfort," which is being managed. Although listed questionable for Sunday's game with the Chiefs, it appears that Jones' DNP is more precautionary than a sign of legitimate concern about his potential availability. However, if he were to sit, DeShawn Williams and Mike Purcell would likely see more prominent roles against Kansas City.
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Broncos' D.J. Jones: Returns Sunday
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Jones (hand) returned to Sunday's game against the Raiders with a wrap on his left hand, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Jones appears set to play through injury for the remainder of Sunday's contest, though the exact nature of this issue is still unclear. It will be worth monitoring the 27-year-old's status heading into next week's game versus Carolina.
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Broncos' D.J. Jones: Exits early
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Jones (hand) is questionable to return Sunday against the Raiders, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Jones' absence will be a blow to the interior of the Broncos defensive line, if he is unable to return. While he is out, Mike Purcell and possibly Matt Henningsen will see increased opportunity.
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Broncos' D.J. Jones: Still sidelined with concussion
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Broncos head coach Nathaniel Hackett said Jones (concussion) won't practice Wednesday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Jones suffered a concussion in the third quarter of the team's Week 3 win over the 49ers and will remain sidelined during the first practice ahead of Week 4. He'll have two more days to clear concussion protocols, but if he's ruled out, Mike Purcell and Matt Henningsen would be candidates for increased roles against the Raiders.
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Broncos' D.J. Jones: Lands in concussion protocol
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Jones suffered a concussion during Sunday's win over the 49ers, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.
Jones left Sunday night's game in the third quarter and has since been diagnosed with a concussion. If the veteran defensive tackle is unable to clear protocols ahead of next Sunday, Mike Purcell and Matt Henningsen would be candidates for increased roles in Week 3.
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Broncos' D.J. Jones: Questionable to return
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Jones is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the 49ers due to a head injury, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Jones recorded a pass defense to begin Sunday's matchup but sustained an injury in the third quarter. If he's unable to return, more playing time should be available for D.J. Jones and Mike Purcell.
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Broncos' D.J. Jones: Gets $30 million from Denver
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Jones signed a three-year, $30 million contract with Denver on Monday, Ian Rapoport reports.
Jones spent the first five seasons of his career with San Francisco, and he is coming off a career year during which he posted 56 total tackles and two sacks. He should serve as a reliable starter in Denver, bolstering its run defense in particular.
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49ers' D.J. Jones: Seven tackles in loss
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Jones totaled seven solo tackles and a fumble recovery in Sunday's 30-23 loss to the Seahawks.
Jones has had inconsistent production for the 49ers this season, but he's now recorded at least five tackles in each of the last two games. Across seven appearances since San Francisco's Week 6 bye, the 26-year-old has tallied 30 tackles (21 solo) and a forced fumble.
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49ers' D.J. Jones: Re-ups with 49ers
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San Francisco re-signed Jones on a one-year contract Wednesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Jones was a reliable starter for San Francisco in 2020, and he's expected to reprise a similar role for the coming season. However, Jones' skill set doesn't translate to a role that's very valuable for IDP purposes. He had just 20 tackles (14 solo) and three sacks in 14 appearances last season.
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49ers' D.J. Jones: Will sit Week 14
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Jones (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's matchup against Washington.
Jones was labeled as doubtful entering the weekend, allowing San Francisco to preemptively ready alternative options at the defensive tackle spot. Javon Kinlaw is in line to collect his 11th start of the season on one side, while Kentavius Street or Alex Barrett will likely slot in beside the rookie.
