DeJuan Jones - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Ruled out nine months after surgery Jones has started a lengthy recovery and is expected to miss nine months of action following successful surgery on his left Achilles tendon, the club reported Wednesday.

Impact Jones' 2026 season is apparently over after five starts as a left-back, a period in which he tallied 11 crosses (five accurate), 19 clearances and 12 tackles. This is a big loss for the team, as the defender was an undisputed starter and one of its most experienced players. Vitor Costa should be in line to get an opportunity in Jones' place going forward.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Injury appears serious Jones was injured and subbed out in the 54th minute during the 1-0 win over Vancouver. According to Bruce Arena, the non contract injury appears to be serious, reports Kasey Kazlin...

Impact The initial report does not appear to be good as Jones was forced off early in the second half Saturday with a non contact injury. More news ie expected to be revealed, but may miss significant time. He played in five games in 2026, recording 19 clearances with 11 crosses and 12 tackles.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Whitecaps Jones (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Vancouver.

Impact Jones is back in the starting XI after coming off with an apparent issue against Seattle. The defender is straight back in the starting XI, so it appears it's not a serious issue. Now that he's fit, Jones regains his spot at left-back immediately.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Off with suspected injury Jones was subbed off due to injury in the 57th minute during the 1-0 loss to Seattle.

Impact Jones appears to have picked up an injury, forcing him off before the 60th minute if Sunday's loss. He had appeared in all four MLS games (four starts) to open up the season, making 11 tackles with nine crosses and 14 clearances. This was leave him at a day-to-day status for the clash with Vancouver on Saturday.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Out with injury Jones is out for Saturday's match against LAFC due to a lower-body injury, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Jones is not going to be fit after the break, with the defender now out due to a lower-body issue. This is an issue for the club, as he has started in their past five games. That said, Jamar Ricketts will be a likely option to replace him on the left flank.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists on Saturday Jones assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Houston Dynamo.

Impact Jones provided the cross for Cristian Arango's opener in the 28th minute. Jones made 35 passes, won eight duels and also made three clearances and two tackles. This was his second assist in three games, taking his tally for the campaign to seven.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists vs Vancouver Jones assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and four chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Jones has been able to play the entire 90 minutes the last two MLS matches following his return from injury. With five assists already he surpasses his total from 2024, having been a decent signing for San Jose this season.

AUGUST 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Preston Judd scores in second-half stoppage time to lift Earthquakes over Whitecaps 2-1

Preston Judd scored in the fourth minute of second-half stoppage time to rally the San Jose Earthquakes to 2-1 victory over the Vancouver Whitecaps

AUGUST 10, 2025 • Associated Press

Starts against Real Salt Lake Jones (lower body) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's trip to Real Salt Lake.

Impact Jones made a surprising comeback after being expected to remain on the sidelines Saturday. His presence is quite a big boost to the squad given his functionality as a defender and playmaker on either flank. Despite having limited minutes in many of his performances, he has scored once and assisted five times over 15 MLS matches played in 2025. Cristian Espinoza will move to a more offensive position and Ousseni Bouda to the bench with Jones back in the lineup.

JULY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Real Salt Lake hosts the San Jose Earthquakes in Western Conference play

The San Jose Earthquakes visit Real Salt Lake in Western Conference action

JULY 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Not an option Jones is out for Wednesday's match against Dallas due to a lower-body injury, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Jones is heading to the sidelines again after he was suspended last outing, with the defender dealing with a lower-body injury. This is unfortunate for the club, as he is their regular starter on the right flank, starting in the four games before his ban. That said, this will force a change again, with Nick Lima likely to take his spot until he returns.

JULY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for Wednesday Jones has served his one match suspension and will be an option for the clash with FC Dallas on Wednesday.

Impact Jones could see a return to right midfield after missing the last match through suspension. He had started the previous four appearances, totaling an assist with 12 clearances in that span.

JULY 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Shown two yellow cards Jones was sent off in the second half of Saturday's 1-1 draw with New York Red Bulls.

Impact Jones was shown his second yellow card of the match in the 64th minute forcing the Earthquakes down to 10 men. The defender will miss next week's match at Minnesota through suspension.

JULY 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Gets assist Wednesday Jones logged an assist in San Jose's 4-2 win Wednesday against FC Dallas.

Impact The defender looked like himself in his second game back, logging five crosses and creating three chances overall. He should continue to find offensive success Saturday against LA Galaxy, a team which has conceded 41 goals in 19 MLS matches.

JUNE 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back against Timbers Jones (lower body) recorded three tackles (three won), five clearances and one interception in Friday's 1-1 draw versus Portland Timbers. In addition, he was given a yellow card in...

Impact Jones was expected to be available Friday, and such was the case, indicated by his 86 minutes then. Currently, his 2025 season includes 17 clearances, 15 interceptions and six tackles won.

JUNE 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Should be back against Timbers Jones (lower body) is expected to be back for Friday's clash against Portland as he wasn't listed in the MLS injury report.

Impact Jones missed the last two games due to a lower body injury, but he seems to have recovered since he was not listed in the injury report for Friday's game against the Timbers. Jones has been a regular starter on the flanks when available, and he is expected to return directly to the starting XI if deemed fit for the game.

JUNE 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Portland Timbers take on the San Jose Earthquakes in Western Conference action

The Portland Timbers host the San Jose Earthquakes in conference action

JUNE 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Out with lower body injury Jones (lower body) is out for Saturday's trip to St. Louis, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Jones isn't an option Saturday after earning an assist against Houston last time out. The defender has rotated with Nick Lima, who should slot into the starting XI. Jones gets two weeks to recover before a June 13 trip to Portland.

MAY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Gets assist in draw Jones had an assist in San Jose's 3-3 draw Saturday against Houston Dynamo.

Impact The defender didn't do much on his end of the pitch as Houston scored three goals, but he did help contribute offensively to get San Jose a point. Jones should have an easier outing against LA Galaxy, who have only scored 13 goals in 15 MLS matches so far this season.

MAY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino names 27-player roster ahead of Gold Cup

USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino on Thursday named a 27-player training camp roster ahead of the Gold Cup and the two early June friendlies t...

MAY 22, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino names 27-player roster ahead of Gold Cup

Scores in win Jones scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 win over Colorado Rapids.

Impact Jones notched his first goal of the season as he opened up the scoring in the 47th minute with a well-placed finish from inside the box. He is now up to four goal contributions on the season despite only starting five games.

MAY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists twice in victory Jones assisted twice to go with three chances created in Saturday's 4-1 win over Portland Timbers.

Impact Jones was excellent in his side's attacks down the right flank, setting up the first and third goals of the match with short passes in the 16th and 27th minutes, respectively. The assists raised his total to three in seven appearances, while the three chances created tied his season-high mark. It was his first start in the last five game weeks, as he took over the wing-back position that was freed up by Cristian Espinoza's move to attacking midfield.

MAY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Espinoza, Arango combine for 3 goals and 3 assists to help Earthquakes beat Timbers 4-1

Cristian Espinoza had two goals and an assist, Cristian Arango added a goal and two assists and the San Jose Earthquakes beat Portland 4-1 to end a three-game skid and snap the Tim...

MAY 4, 2025 • Associated Press

San Jose Earthquakes acquire DeJuan Jones from Columbus Crew | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade - SJ receive: DeJuan Jones - CLB receive: $425k GAM, int'l spot The San Jose Earthquakes have acquired defend...

APRIL 22, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Traded to San Jose Jones has been traded to San Jose from Columbus, according to his new club.

Impact Jones has found a new club but is not leaving MLS play, as the defender has been traded to San Jose. This comes after just rejoining Columbus this season after he was with New England in 2024, seeing three starts in five apeparnces to go along with one assist this season. He should compete for starting time right away and will look to make an impact with his new club.

APRIL 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Preston Judd scores in second-half stoppage time to lift Earthquakes over Whitecaps 2-1

Real Salt Lake hosts the San Jose Earthquakes in Western Conference play

Portland Timbers take on the San Jose Earthquakes in Western Conference action

USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino names 27-player roster ahead of Gold Cup

Espinoza, Arango combine for 3 goals and 3 assists to help Earthquakes beat Timbers 4-1