Marcus Jones CB NE (14) Tue 12/30/25 7:34 PM
Marcus Jones
CB NE (14)
Jones recorded two solo tackles during the Patriots' 42-10 win over the Jets on Sunday.
EDGE Analysis
Jones has logged two tackles or less five times this season, four of which have come over his last six games. He's also seen his snap count on defense decrease over the Patriots' last two games, though his lack of playing time Sunday likely had more to do with New England holding a commanding lead by halftime. Jones has accumulated 63 tackles (45 solo), including 1.0 sacks, 11 pass defenses (three interceptions, including a pick-six) and one fumble recovery through 16 regular-season games.
Marcus Jones CB NE (14) Sun 12/21/25 7:29 PM
Marcus Jones
CB NE (14)
Jones (knee) is active for Sunday night's game against the Ravens.
EDGE Analysis
The nickel cornerback and punt returner missed practice Wednesday and was listed as questionable going into Sunday, though he did say Friday that he planned on playing, per Mike Reiss of ESPN.com. Jones should resume his normal roles now that he's officially good to go.
Marcus Jones CB NE (14) Fri 12/19/25 1:33 PM
Marcus Jones
CB NE (14)
Jones (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Ravens, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Jones said Friday that he plans to suit up, per Reiss, but a final determination on Jones' status may not come until around 90 minutes prior to Sunday night's 8:20 ET kickoff. The 2022 third-round draft pick typically operates as New England's primary nickel cornerback and punt returner.
Marcus Jones CB NE (14) Wed 12/17/25 7:21 PM
Marcus Jones
CB NE (14)
Jones (knee) did not practice Wednesday.
EDGE Analysis
Jones has not missed a game this season and has only been on the injury report once this season with an elbow injury. It's unclear if his availability for a Week 16 matchup against Baltimore is in doubt, but Jones' potential absence would hurt the Patriots' secondary and special teams units.
Marcus Jones CB NE (14) Tue 12/16/25 9:21 PM
Marcus Jones
CB NE (14)
Jones tallied 10 tackles (eight solo), notched five yards on two punt returns and recovered his own fumble Sunday in a loss to the Bills.
EDGE Analysis
Jones' tackle total was second-highest on New England in the tough defeat. The fourth-year defensive back's fumble recovery came after he muffed a punt in the first quarter, so he at least avoided what could have been a disastrous mistake. Jones continues to play a key role both on defense and special teams for the Patriots.
Marcus Jones CB NE (14) Mon 11/24/25 10:27 PM
Marcus Jones
CB NE (14)
Jones recorded five total tackles (three solo) and two passes defensed, including a pick-six, in Sunday's 26-20 win over the Bengals.
EDGE Analysis
Jones was able to notch at least five takedowns for the first since since Week 8, but he made his largest impact in the second quarter when he picked off Joe Flacco and returned it for a touchdown. It was his first defensive touchdown since his rookie campaign in 2022 and the interception was his third of the season, setting a new career high. Jones is now up to 50 total tackles (34 solo), including 1.0 sacks, while also adding 11 passes defensed, three of which are interceptions, over 12 contests this year.
Marcus Jones CB NE (14) Sun 11/16/25 10:54 AM
Marcus Jones
CB NE (14)
Jones posted two tackles during the Patriots' 27-14 win over the Jets on Thursday.
EDGE Analysis
Jones was cleared to play after working through an elbow injury leading up to Thursday's game, though he tied a season low in both tackles and defensive snaps (38). The 2022 third-rounder is up to 45 tackles (31 solo), including 1.0 sacks, and nine pass defenses (two interceptions) through 11 regular-season games.
Marcus Jones CB NE (14) Tue 11/11/25 5:41 PM
Marcus Jones
CB NE (14)
Jones (elbow) was a full participant in Tuesday's practice.
EDGE Analysis
Jones inked a three-year contract extension last week and looks ready to rock for Thursday night's game against the Jets after he was listed as limited Monday. Jones has appeared in all 10 games this season, recording 43 tackles (31 solo), including 1.0 sacks, nine pass breakups, including two interceptions, and one fumble recovery. Jones has also returned 15 punts for 234 yards and one touchdown.
Marcus Jones CB NE (14) Mon 11/10/25 8:01 PM
Marcus Jones
CB NE (14)
Jones (elbow) was a limited participant in Monday's walkthrough practice.
EDGE Analysis
Jones logged four tackles (two solo) during the Patriots' 28-23 win over the Buccaneers on Sunday, but he appears to have come out of that game with an elbow injury. With the Patriots playing the Jets on Thursday, the third-year corner will have two more opportunities to increase his practice participation and avoid an injury designation for Week 11.
Marcus Jones CB NE (14) Tue 10/28/25 12:52 PM
Marcus Jones
CB NE (14)
The Patriots signed Jones to a three-year contract extension Tuesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
EDGE Analysis
Per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, Jones' deal contains $36 million in new money and ties him to New England through the 2028 season. A first-team All-Pro selection as a punt returner in 2022, Jones has continued to shine on special teams this season, most notably returning a punt 87 yards for a touchdown in a Week 4 win over the Panthers. However, it's on the defensive end where Jones has emerged as an indispensable piece in 2025 after having previously worked in more of a part-time role in his first three seasons in the league. Through eight games, Jones has excelled as New England's top slot corner, amassing 36 tackles, nine pass breakups, two interceptions and a sack.