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Who Signs FA WR Matt Jones ? (4 Viewers)

Who Signs FA WR Matt Jones ?

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I'll go on record to predict... DA BEARS

I think Matt Jones would be a great complement to Cutler right now.

Looking at the other options at WR in Chicago, I think

the fit would be good for both the Bears and Jones.

2nd option - RAMS

 
I wouldn't mind Miami taking a shot at him. They could use his size for sure (apolozies to Patrick Turner).

 
The Raiders make the most sense to me. They love athletic freaks and reclamation projects. Plus signing Jones would allow them to dump Walker without losing too much experience at WR, not to mention Jones likely will be a cheap contract wherever he goes. Plus, the Raiders could use a guy with that kind of size to go along with DHB, Higgins and Chaz who are all smaller WR's(at least by comparison) and JaMarcus could use a large target.

From Jones point of view, he would get to go to one of the few teams where he could realistically be the #1 WR and with a solid year could cash in big time with crazy Al running the show.

 
Panthers, Seahawks, Ravens, Titans seem the most interesting to me. They have veteran solidarity and could use him.

What about Indy?

 
I think he ends up in Tampa. They recently were one of two teams contacting Plax (the Jets being the other), and aside from Antonio Bryant, their WRs consist of Clayton (mostly a blocking WR), Stovall (never broke out, and often / currently hurt), rookie 7th rounder Stroughter, and Dexter Jackson (basically a PR with poor WR skills).

Jones played just down the road in JAX, and I think new HC Morris would be a lot more accepting of Jones' laid back style than Del Rio, who always seemed to interpret it as laziness.

I think the Dallas / Jerry Jones / Arkansas connection is being overplayed. I really think they are trying to avoid, at least for the time being, adding guys with drug / legal / personality issues because of the headaches that came with PacMan, T.O., etc., are trying to solidify the leadership in the locker room, and I think they'll pass on Matt Jones.

 
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With Colston, Bush and Moore coming off surgery, I think New Orleans can be mentioned. Devery Henderson and Robert Mechum can not fit the Colston mold like Jones can if Colston misses time because of his knee injury.

 
Couch Potato said:
I think the Dallas / Jerry Jones / Arkansas connection is being overplayed. I really think they are trying to avoid, at least for the time being, adding guys with drug / legal / personality issues because of the headaches that came with PacMan, T.O., etc., are trying to solidify the leadership in the locker room, and I think they'll pass on Matt Jones.
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one of the safeties they signed was arrested not too too long ago.Greg Ellis is supposedly gone so some whining should be gone with it.I think change is in the air but I don't think Jerry Jones is only going to sign choir boys from now on.It doesn't seem like Matt did all that much here. Last year he was finally developing into the WR many hoped he'd be so IMO he should go back to being considered as such and not being considered someone like young Chris Henry or Pacman. Matt's taken alot of heat, more than he deserved IMO.
 
ATC1 said:
With Colston, Bush and Moore coming off surgery, I think New Orleans can be mentioned. Devery Henderson and Robert Mechum can not fit the Colston mold like Jones can if Colston misses time because of his knee injury.
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I think he'd be phenomenal there and if so I'd bet $ he plays some QB even if it's just on a gimmick play. Payton is way too crafty(or prides himself on being way too crafty) for that not to happen at least on an occasion. Too bad FAs never seek the Pool's advice before signing with teams though
 
My first inclination was the Cowboys because Jerry Jones loves his Razorbacks, but the drug issues could scare him off after getting bitten by Pac Man Jones. But I think the Bears are a good fit for Jones because he provides Cutler a guy with Brandon Marshall's size/speed ratio. I really have no clue who will take a shot on him. There's so much weighing on where Jones is at mentally. Will he have a renewed dedication to learning the position that had a coach like Bill Belicheck praising him after they beat J-ville a few years ago in the playoffs or will he be the guy the Garrard said at one time didn't even know the playbook?

 
ATC1 said:
With Colston, Bush and Moore coming off surgery, I think New Orleans can be mentioned. Devery Henderson and Robert Mechum can not fit the Colston mold like Jones can if Colston misses time because of his knee injury.
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It looks like too many WRs for N.O., even if they are coming back from injuries.
 
lord_helmet said:
Bankerguy said:
It WON'T be Dallas that's all I know.
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Probably true but with JJ behind the wheel, how do you KNOW ?
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I have a pretty good track record on this sort of stuff (Although not 100 % perfect either) when I make these kind of statements.-Every move the Cowboys have made in the off season is related to character.-The Cowboys in the past few years haven't drafted players with any history of drugs.-Jerry Jones has said that the club believes in Miles Austin and they will give him every opportunity to succeed.-Not that Matt Jones will get a huge contract, but the Cowboys aren't really in a position to do much. They are likely to get Ware done around training camp time and that will take most (not all) of this year's remaining Cap. -I guess I am also of the opinion that Jones is not a good fit with what Dallas does offensively and the routes they tend to run.
 
Cool thanks, I was thinking that Jones could be solid opposite Williams though. It did seem like he was turning a corner for a little while last season.

 
Ron_Mexico said:
I'll go on record to predict... DA BEARS

I think Matt Jones would be a great complement to Cutler right now.Looking at the other options at WR in Chicago, I think

the fit would be good for both the Bears and Jones.

2nd option - RAMS
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With the way these guys allegedly like to party, I guess they would be great complements to each other. Actually, I think Jones could be a good pick up for some team. He was an adequate receiver whose numbers increased each year - and he never played WR before the pros. Also, hE could run the ball pretty well as a QB at Arkansas. I could envision a creative coordinator using him in a modified wildcat.

 
Matt Jones - WR - JAC - May. 27 - 6:56 pm et

Bears GM Jerry Angelo was noncommittal Wednesday when asked if the team would have interest in free agent Matt Jones.

"He was a first-round draft pick and he is a very talented player," Angelo said, "but it's case by case. We're not quick to move on any player." Jones' vertical skills would suit Jay Cutler's big arm, but the Chicago Tribune believes Angelo is satisfied with Devin Hester, Earl Bennett, and Rashied Davis. May. 27 - 6:56 pm et

 
Ron_Mexico said:
Matt Jones - WR - JAC - May. 27 - 6:56 pm et

Bears GM Jerry Angelo was noncommittal Wednesday when asked if the team would have interest in free agent Matt Jones.

"He was a first-round draft pick and he is a very talented player," Angelo said, "but it's case by case. We're not quick to move on any player." Jones' vertical skills would suit Jay Cutler's big arm, but the Chicago Tribune believes Angelo is satisfied with Devin Hester, Earl Bennett, and Rashied Davis. May. 27 - 6:56 pm et
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I just threw up in my mouth a little bit.
 
DoubleG said:
Ron_Mexico said:
Matt Jones - WR - JAC - May. 27 - 6:56 pm et

Bears GM Jerry Angelo was noncommittal Wednesday when asked if the team would have interest in free agent Matt Jones.

"He was a first-round draft pick and he is a very talented player," Angelo said, "but it's case by case. We're not quick to move on any player." Jones' vertical skills would suit Jay Cutler's big arm, but the Chicago Tribune believes Angelo is satisfied with Devin Hester, Earl Bennett, and Rashied Davis. May. 27 - 6:56 pm et
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I just threw up in my mouth a little bit.
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tasty ?
 
Seems pretty quiet on the Matt Jones front.

I would think something should happen soon with Jones.

It would be advantageous for him to get in and learn a new offense asap.

 
Bankerguy said:
lord_helmet said:
Bankerguy said:
It WON'T be Dallas that's all I know.
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Probably true but with JJ behind the wheel, how do you KNOW ?
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I have a pretty good track record on this sort of stuff (Although not 100 % perfect either) when I make these kind of statements.-Every move the Cowboys have made in the off season is related to character.

-The Cowboys in the past few years haven't drafted players with any history of drugs.

-Jerry Jones has said that the club believes in Miles Austin and they will give him every opportunity to succeed.

-Not that Matt Jones will get a huge contract, but the Cowboys aren't really in a position to do much. They are likely to get Ware done around training camp time and that will take most (not all) of this year's remaining Cap.

-I guess I am also of the opinion that Jones is not a good fit with what Dallas does offensively and the routes they tend to run.
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What kind of routes do the Cowboys like to run that doesn't fit Jones?
 
I didn't read through the thread until after I voted. Initially I thought of the Cowboys right away, but then I voted Raiders. The Crypt Keeper will find room for him and will pay him handsomely too.

 
kffl.com

Bears | Unlikely to pursue M. Jones

Wed, 27 May 2009 20:24:57 -0700

Vaughn McClure, of the Chicago Tribune, reports the Chicago Bears are unlikely to pursue free-agent WR Matt Jones (Jaguars). General manager Jerry Angelo said, "He was a first-round draft pick and he is a very talented player, but it's case by case. We're not quick to move on any player." Angelo added, "Guys make mistakes, move on, and become better people. Some guys have patterns of bad behavior and continue to have those patterns. I'm not saying that about Matt Jones. What I'm saying is we have to do our homework. And then you have to look at what value that person brings to your football team irrelevant of his off-the-field issues."

NFL | M. Jones told he will not be suspended

Tue, 26 May 2009 13:00:06 -0700

Chris Mortensen, of ESPN.com, reports Dave Butz, agent for unrestricted free-agent WR Matt Jones (Jaguars), said the NFL told Jones he would be fined but not suspended as a result of his violation of a court-mandated drug program. Jones violated the drug program when he drank alcohol during an outing. Jones has been fined $50,000 but is appealing the fine.

Jets | Interest in M. Jones has cooled

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 12:07:10 -0700

Bob Glauber, of Newsday, reports the New York Jets' interest in unrestricted free-agent WR Matt Jones (Jaguars) has cooled, and they likely will not try to sign him.

Cowboys | Could have interest in M. Jones

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 10:17:28 -0700

Bob Glauber, of Newsday, reports the Dallas Cowboys are interested in free-agent WR Matt Jones (Jaguars) as a possibility, but only after the NFL determines whether he will face additional sanctions as a result of his parole violation.

Cowboys | May be interested in M. Jones

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 09:21:39 -0700

Bob Glauber, of Newsday, reports the Dallas Cowboys may show interest in unrestricted free-agent WR Matt Jones (Jaguars), according to league sources.

Jets | May be interested in M. Jones

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 09:10:24 -0700

Bob Glauber, of Newsday, reports the New York Jets may show interest in unrestricted free-agent WR Matt Jones (Jaguars), according to league sources.

Jaguars | M. Jones released

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 06:06:12 -0700

ESPN.com reports the Jacksonville Jaguars have released WR Matt Jones, a league source told ESPN's Chris Mortensen.

 
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Can he be "invited to camp" or does he have to be signed to step on a field? I'm guessing the latter and that he wouldn't want to risk injury without some kind of deal. But there comes a point where you have to suck it up and show what your worth before a team is willing to take a chance.

 
jamny said:
Can he be "invited to camp" or does he have to be signed to step on a field? I'm guessing the latter and that he wouldn't want to risk injury without some kind of deal. But there comes a point where you have to suck it up and show what your worth before a team is willing to take a chance.
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2008Wk 1-4: 6/80, 5/50, 4/32, 5/71/TD...that is pretty solid WR3 numbers in a PPR league. Wk 6-10: 7/69, 8/117/TD, 7/69, 5/62...wk13 8/104Played in a total of 12 games and racked 64 catches...that's over 5 a game. He has shown plenty playing for a conservative offense. I think there are several teams including the one we both are fans of that he could step right in and start at one of the 2 positions. He is 26, been in the league 4 years, former 1st rounder, can play a few positions as he was a QB in college. 6-6, 235lbs, guy is a beast as far as size is concerned, have no idea why Miami won't bring him in and take a look at him. He certainly could create headaches in the wildcat with Pat White lined up 1 side, Tedd Ginn somewhere on the other side and Ronnie Brown takign direct snaps. You would have White and Jones both former QB with the ability to huck it downfield to Ginn if need be...would be fun to watch.
 
Ron_Mexico said:
Ketamine Dreams said:
I think there's a decent chance he doesn't play again.
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I'm really shocked that he wasn't snapped up immediatelyafter Goodell announced there would be no suspension.
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seems like he would be an immediate upgrade among the starters for the Bears, Jets, and Cowboys. he has to be worth the league minimum to see if he comes in and works hard. not sure i understand it, plenty of NFL players have been known to do blow
 
Maybe this is me being a naive Jones owner, but I think the reason he has not been signed is that he is waiting to sign. Given few opportunities to start at this time, he can wait until there is an injury (or criminal offense) in training camp. I still think he goes to Dallas. Yes, I know what the Cowboys have said. But, I still doubt that they believe Austin (who I like), Crayton, and Hurd inspire confidence. I expect Dallas (and other teams) to want to give their young guys the first chance ... then bring in Jones.

 
Jeff Tefertiller said:
Maybe this is me being a naive Jones owner, but I think the reason he has not been signed is that he is waiting to sign. Given few opportunities to start at this time, he can wait until there is an injury (or criminal offense) in training camp. I still think he goes to Dallas. Yes, I know what the Cowboys have said. But, I still doubt that they believe Austin (who I like), Crayton, and Hurd inspire confidence. I expect Dallas (and other teams) to want to give their young guys the first chance ... then bring in Jones.
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I think too that there are teams awaiting news on Plax, and see Jones as the 2nd option (Jets, Tampa, and maybe Bears just because I hear others saying it although I'm not so sure). I think once the whole Burress thing is settled, including announcement of any possible suspension, one of those teams waiting on him will end up signing Jones instead. My current guess is Burress to Jets, Jones to Tampa.
 
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Cowboys | Not interested in M. Jones

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Sat, 13 Jun 2009 14:58:12 -0700

KFFL

Clarence E. Hill Jr., of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, reports Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has ruled out the possibility of signing unrestricted free-agent WR Matt Jones (Jaguars).

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