Peyton Jones News, Rumors, Updates - Liberty Flames

Rushes for TD Jones ran nine times for 37 yards and a touchdown and caught one pass for 10 yards versus Delaware on Friday.

Impact This is Jones' first touchdown of the season. He always gets a handful of carries, and he does well with them, but Kam Davis is the primary back in this offense, and he's too good to take carries away from.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Kam Davis propels Liberty to 30-14 victory over Delaware in Conference USA opener

Kam Davis rushed for 147 yards and two touchdowns to lead Liberty to a 30-14 victory over Delaware on in a Conference USA opener for both teams

OCTOBER 3 • Associated Press

Rushes for 66 yards Jones ran 14 times for 66 yards but lost a fumble Thursday against Coastal Carolina.

Impact The Duke transfer Jones may need to get used to playing second fiddle to Kam Davis. Davis got more touches in this game, and he's averaged over 6.0 yards per carry compared to Jones' 4.5, but there is still a role here for Jones as the number-two back.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Rushes for 76 yards Jones ran 13 times for 76 yards Saturday against Gardner-Webb.

Impact Jones, a Duke transfer, struggled against James Madison in his Liberty debut. However, JMU has been tough against the run in recent seasons. In this game Jones led the way in touches and rushing yards.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Named early camp standout Head coach Jamey Chadwell named Jones an early standout in fall camp, Bryson Gordon of NewsAdvance.com reports.

Impact Jones could be in an optimal spot for playing time this year after balling out so far in fall camp. Given his limited role previously, a strong camp could help him carve out a larger role after transferring into Liberty this offseason.

AUGUST 11 • ROTOWIRE

Headed to Liberty Jones has committed to Liberty, 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Jones was stuck in a minor role with Duke in 2025, logging just 10 carries. He'll look to take on a larger role with Liberty next season. The tailback rushed 112 times for 422 yards and five touchdowns across three seasons with the Blue Devils.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Plans to enter portal Jones plans to enter the NCAA's transfer portal, On3 reports.

Impact Jones can redshirt 2025 and maintain two years of collegiate eligibility. Without him, Duke qualified for the Sun Bowl, of which his injury status is questionable.

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Jones (undisclosed) is off the injury report for Saturday's ACC Championship game against Virginia.

Impact Jones was not active for the regular season finale last week but will be suited up if needed. It's unlikely he sees the field unless injuries present an opportunity, however.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Jones (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game against Wake Forest.

Impact Jones is a backup alternative in the Blue Devils' backfield, so his absence won't affect the team's offensive scheme a great deal. Jones finishes the regular season with 10 carries for 34 yards across four games.

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Jones (undisclosed) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Saturday's game against Georgia Tech.

Impact Jones will be dressed after not being able to go the last two games. He had just 34 yards on the ground on 10 carries before bowing out with an injury and likely will return back to a depth role Saturday.

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Jones (undisclosed) is out Saturday at California, per the ACC availability report.

Impact Jones will miss his second straight game as he deals with an undisclosed injury. He had 10 carries for 34 yards and one touchdown across his first three games but has not really been involved against power conference opponents, so he likely would not have played much regardless.

OCTOBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Duke kept winning to start Manny Diaz's tenure. That's led to confidence for Year 2

Manny Diaz kept Duke on its winning ways in his first season

AUGUST 19, 2025 • Associated Press

2025 Duke Football Position Preview: Running Backs Jaquez Moore missed most of last year with an injury, but he and Peyton Jones are back and expected to lead the rushing attack this year wit...

JULY 18, 2025 • 247SPORTS.COM

Big day in loss to Miami Jones logged 12 rushes for 71 yards and one touchdown and caught all three targets for 61 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 53-31 defeat versus Miami (FL).

Impact With lead back Star Thomas struggling on the day Jones saw an uptick in workload and capitalized on it going for 132 total yards and two touchdowns. Thomas is firmly cemented as the top man in the backfield but if he has any more struggles in the future the Blue Devils may be more comfortable turning to Jones to get them out of a funk.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Touchdown in win over UNC Jones posted six rushes for 43 yards and one touchdown and gathered in their only target for 13 yards during Saturday's 21-20 victory versus North Carolina.

Impact Jones has taken a back seat to Star Thomas as Thomas has gotten off to a big start to the season with three straight 100-yard games. Jones has been the primary backup and managed to pick up a touchdown on Saturday giving him touchdowns in back-to-back games and two touchdowns on the season.

OCTOBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Peyton Jones, Archbishop O' Hara , Cornerback Peyton Jones is a 6-1, 180-pound Cornerback from Kansas City, MO.

JUNE 13, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Peyton Jones, Memphis Tigers, Edge Peyton Jones is a 6-7, 220-pound Weak-Side Defensive End from Memphis, TN. He has committed to Memphis Tigers.

APRIL 24, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Peyton Jones, Memphis Tigers, Edge Peyton Jones is a 6-7, 220-pound Weak-Side Defensive End from Memphis, TN. He has committed to Memphis Tigers.

JULY 27, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

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Kam Davis propels Liberty to 30-14 victory over Delaware in Conference USA opener

Duke kept winning to start Manny Diaz's tenure. That's led to confidence for Year 2