Redskins rookie RB Matt Jones impressive again on Thursday
It's starting to become a trend for Washington Redskins rookie running back Matt Jones to pull off an explosive run every time he steps into live game action. After an impressive preseason debut last week, Jones followed it up with another strong performance in Thursday's preseason game against the Detroit Lions.
Jones finished with 44 yards rushing and a touchdown on eight carries. He is now up to 82 yards rushing on just 13 preseason carries. Jones even mixed in with the first team offense on a few snaps.
In his preseason debut, Jones finished with five carries for 38 yards. On his first carry of the preseason, he showed off his burst by exploding forward for 23 yards. His burst and quick first step have been evident since the start of the preseason.
Jones finished with 15 total snaps, but the Redskins didn't use him to pass block on a single play. Pass protection will be key for Jones if he wants to earn a role in his rookie season beyond an occasional spell for Alfred Morris.
If he can show improvement as a pass blocker and receiver, he could make a move up the depth chart and give Thompson a run for the third-down back role.
-
NFL Draft DT rankings: Jer'Zhan Newton headlines top-10 prospect list
Jayden Daniels, Malik Nabers shine at LSU's Pro Day
2024 NFL Draft QB rankings: Caleb Williams leads top 10 prospects
-
2024 Commanders 7-round mock draft: Yes, they're taking a QB — but that's just the start
2024 NFL free agency tracker: Signings, updates, best players available
2024 NFL Mock Draft 2.0: 6 QBs picked in first round; Vikings trade up
-
2024 NFL Draft prospect rankings: Top 100 big board led by Caleb Williams
2024 NFL Draft order: Every pick for all seven rounds
2023 NFL WR rankings: Justin Jefferson leads loaded list of top 10 receivers
-
NFL Draft DT rankings: Jer'Zhan Newton headlines top-10 prospect list
Jayden Daniels, Malik Nabers shine at LSU's Pro Day
2024 NFL Draft QB rankings: Caleb Williams leads top 10 prospects
-
2024 Commanders 7-round mock draft: Yes, they're taking a QB — but that's just the start
2024 NFL free agency tracker: Signings, updates, best players available
2024 NFL Mock Draft 2.0: 6 QBs picked in first round; Vikings trade up
-
2024 NFL Draft prospect rankings: Top 100 big board led by Caleb Williams
2024 NFL Draft order: Every pick for all seven rounds
2023 NFL WR rankings: Justin Jefferson leads loaded list of top 10 receivers