JUSTIN JONES NEWS

Pops up on injury report Jones (hip) was a limited participant during the Bears' practice Thursday.

Impact Jones appears to have picked up a hip injury after not being listed on the Bears' injury report Wednesday, though the nature of this issue is still unclear. The defensive tackle recorded 19 tackles and one sack while playing all but 20 of his 185 snaps on defense through four games this season. If Jones' status declines or stays the same during practice Friday, then Mike Pennel and Armon Watts could see increased usage this Sunday against Minnesota.

OCTOBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bears rely on ground game and backup Khalil Herbert

The Chicago Bears offense has been almost entirely about running the football and after beating Houston 23-20 they ranked second in the league in rushing entering Monday even while...

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • Associated Press

First sack with Chicago Jones tallied a sack and a tackle in the Bears' 23-20 win over the Texans on Sunday.

Impact Aside from an eight-tackle performance in Week 2, Jones has recorded exactly two tackles in each of his other two games. He's already shown upside, but his early results indicate he could be an inconsistent IDP producer.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Posts eight stops Jones tallied eight tackles in the Bears' 27-10 loss to the Packers on Sunday.

Impact The Packers leaned heavily on their running game, placing Jones squarely in the center of the action for much of the contest after notching just two tackles in the season opener. This was his highest tackle total over the last two seasons, so this single performance isn't indicative of what should be expected in terms of IDP production. If he managed to average four tackles over the course of the entire season, it would be considered a successful campaign for the veteran.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makeshift Bears defense holds up vs. Browns Roquan Smith was a surprise scratch and Robert Quinn, Eddie Jackson and Jaylon Johnson also did not play. But Justin Jones, Kindle Vildor, K...

AUGUST 28, 2022 • SUNTIMES.COM

Justin Jones feeling at home in Bears' defense The former Chargers defensive lineman, who signed with the Bears only after Larry Ogunjobi failed a physical, has acclimated quickly as a 3-...

AUGUST 10, 2022 • SUNTIMES.COM

Why Justin Jones Is More Beast Than Frog Justin Jones feels like a “beast” freed to attack playing in the three technique where the Bears are using him, as opposed to when his role...

AUGUST 4, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Why Justin Jones Is More Beast Than Frog Justin Jones feels like a “beast” freed to attack playing in the three technique where the Bears are using him, as opposed to when his role...

AUGUST 4, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Set to start at defensive tackle Jones is expected to be used as the primary penetrator on the Bears' interior defensive line, Josh Schrock of NBCsports.com reports.

Impact Last season, Jones recorded three sacks and 18 pressures while playing in a different defensive scheme with the Chargers. In coach Matt Eberflus' defense, the three technique is a role that is expected to create pressure on opposing quarterbacks. With only 4.5 sacks over four NFL seasons and no more than 37 tackles in any season, Jones may not be a high-priority selection in IDP drafts.

JULY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Top 25 Bears in 2022: No. 19 Justin Jones Jones could be a bargain at defensive tackle The Bears are hoping defensive tackle Justin Jones can be a penetrator who can slip between offensive linemen and cause some chaos in the ba...

JUNE 28, 2022 • DAILYHERALD.COM

Chicago Bears' rebuilding plan: Protect, support QB Justin Fields

The new leadership in Chicago needs to do everything possible to help Bears QB Justin Fields succeed, Eric D. Williams writes.

MARCH 30, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Justin Jones introductory press conference Defensive lineman Justin Jones addresses the media for the first time on Friday at Halas Hall.

MARCH 18, 2022 • CHICAGOBEARS.COM

Roster Move: Bears sign DL Justin Jones The Bears on Friday bolstered their defense by signing tackle Justin Jones on a two-year contract. Jones arrives after spending his first fo...

MARCH 18, 2022 • CHICAGOBEARS.COM

Signs two-year deal with Chicago Jones signed a two-year deal with the Bears on Friday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Jones, who was drafted by the Chargers in the third round of the 2018 NFL Draft, appeared in at least 10 games in all four seasons with Los Angeles and registered at least 30 tackles in each of the past three campaigns. He also notched a career-high three sacks in 2021. Jones profiles as a likely replacement for Akiem Hicks, who is a free agent this offseason after spending the last six seasons in Chicago.

MARCH 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Twitter reacts to Bears signing DT Justin Jones The Bears wasted no time in finding Larry Ogunjobi’s replacement in Justin Jones. Here’s how fans are reacting to the addition of Jones.

MARCH 18, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

Chargers looking to upgrade defense, offensive line

The Chargers have already been one of the more active teams during the offseason

MARCH 10, 2022 • Associated Press

Chargers GM Telesco focused on future, not job security

Tom Telesco thinks the Los Angeles Chargers have a good foundation with quarterback Justin Herbert and coach Brandon Staley

JANUARY 21, 2022 • Associated Press

Analysis: Staley stands by his timeout that backfired on him

Los Angeles Chargers coach Brandon Staley stood by his decision to call timeout with 39 seconds left in the final game of the NFL's regular season

JANUARY 11, 2022 • Associated Press

Win and get in scenario for Raiders, Chargers, Niners, Colts

It’s win and get in for the Chargers, Raiders, 49ers and Colts

JANUARY 6, 2022 • Associated Press

Playoff spot on the line when Chargers visit Raiders

The Las Vegas Raiders needed to win three straight weeks in order to keep any realistic playoff hopes alive

JANUARY 6, 2022 • Associated Press

Activated off reserve/COVID-19 list Jones was reinstated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday, Jeff Miller of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Jones was forced to miss the Chargers' Week 16 loss to the Texans after being placed on the COVID list, but he will be ready to play ahead of the team's matchup with the Broncos on Sunday. The defensive end has racked up 11 tackles including two sacks while also forcing a fumble over his last three games.

DECEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Added to reserve/COVID-19 list Jones was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

Impact Jones has been playing well of late, racking up 17 tackles and two sacks over his past four contests. However, he's unlikely to clear league protocols in time to suit up Sunday against against Houston. The Chargers' defensive depth will be tested with Joey Bosa, Chris Rumph and Joe Gaziano also all on the COVID list.

DECEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sack and fumble recovery in win Jones recorded five tackles (four solo) along with a sack and a fumble recovery in Sunday's 37-21 win over the Giants.

Impact Jones has now recorded a sack in each of his last two games as the young pass rusher continues to perform at a high level in the absence of Linval Joseph (illness). The 25-year-old recovered his second fumble of the season, setting up the Chargers in great field position, which led to a touchdown drive. In Thursday night's upcoming matchup against the Chiefs, Jones will need to be able to pressure Patrick Mahomes or it could be a long evening for the Los Angeles defense.

DECEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will be available Sunday Jones (ankle) is active for Sunday's contest against the Giants.

Impact Jones didn't practice Wednesday, but he was able to progress throughout the week before ultimately logging a full practice Friday. Over his last four contests, Jones has registered 18 tackles, one sack and one pass deflection.

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Should play Sunday Jones (ankle) is considered questionable Sunday against the Giants, but head coach Brandon Staley says he's trending toward playing, Jeff Miller of the Los Angeles Timesreports.

Impact Jones was able to log a full practice Friday after being limited Thursday, so he is trending in the correct direction. If Jones were to miss, Breiden Fehoko would likely be looking at extra opportunity.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE