The Panthers granted Jones' request to be released Monday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

With the Panthers likely heading in the direction of a rebuild, the 32-year-old veteran elected to pursue opportunities elsewhere. Jones was a special-teams captain for the Panthers this past season, logging nine tackles (seven solo) across 418 special-teams snaps. Expect Jones to operate in his usual capacity for whichever team signs him heading into 2020.

Jones (calf) was participating at Monday's practice, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Jones suffered the calf injury at practice last week and was unable to play in Thursday's preseason game against the Patriots. The 31-year-old should resume his heavy special-teams role now that he's healthy.

Jones isn't practicing Monday due to an ankle/lower leg injury, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

The specifics of the injury remain unclear, but Jones was seen sporting a compression sleeve on his ankle and calf. The 31-year-old has been a heavy special-teams contributor since joining the Panthers in 2012 is figures to play a similar role this season.

Jones signed a two-year, $2.6 million contract with the Panthers on Monday, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Charlotte Observer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Jones served as the Panthers' special teams captain last season and led the unit with six special teams tackles. The 31-year-old is likely to remain a depth option at the safety position in 2019, and do most of his damage on special teams once more.

Jones is questionable for Sunday's game against the Browns due to an illness.

EDGE Analysis

Jones was a non-participant at practice throughout the week, but the undisclosed illness apparently isn't serious enough to rule him out just yet. The 31-year-old has played only 12 defensive snaps since Eric Reid debuted with the Panthers in Week 5, so the defense is unlikely to be impacted should he be unable to suit up.

Jones will serve a secondary role at free safety following the acquisition of Eric Reid, brendan reports.

EDGE Analysis

Reid was named the starter ahead of Sunday's game against the Giants, but coach Ron Rivera said Jones and Rashaan Gaulden should remain involved on defense. The 31-year-old is likely to remain in a reserve role as long as Reid and Mike Adams remain healthy.

Jones signed a two-year deal with the Panthers on Tuesday, Max Henson of the Panthers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Jones has been with Carolina since 2012, and this deal ensures that he will stay there through the 2018 season, barring a release. The safety has become a very valuable special teams player for the Panthers since arriving, and also provides depth in the defensive backfield. Jones has 102 tackles, one interception and one sack in 89 games played since becoming a Panther.

Jones (concussion) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Raiders.

EDGE Analysis

Jones' availability for Sunday was expected after practicing in full throughout the week. Starting free safety Tre Boston (ankle) is also active, so Jones is slated to serve as his backup.

Jones (concussion) is considered questionable for Sunday's game against the Raiders, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Jones has been able to fully participate in practice throughout the week, so he'll just need to pass final tests before being cleared to play Sunday. If Tre Boston (ankle) is ruled out, Jones could get the start at free safety.

Jones (concussion) practiced in full Wednesday, Bryan Strickland of the Panthers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Jones' prospects for Sunday's game against the Raiders are looking up. If he is indeed able to play, look for him to contribute on special teams and serve as backup free safety behind starter Tre Boston.