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Jaguars CB Jaylon Jones' Injury Sidelines New Signee
10 Oct
Summary
- Jaguars' 3-1 start faces challenge with recent cornerback injury.
- Jaylon Jones suffers soft tissue/hamstring injury, ruled out.
- Jones is sidelined, but may return for Week 6 Texans matchup.
The Jacksonville Jaguars, holding a strong 3-1 record at the start of the 2026 NFL season, are prioritizing player health as they aim for a successful postseason run. However, the team recently received unfortunate injury news regarding a new addition to their secondary.
Cornerback Jaylon Jones, who was signed to a contract on Tuesday, has been sidelined with a soft tissue/hamstring injury. He has been officially ruled out for an upcoming game against the Philadelphia Eagles in London. Jones, a 28-year-old who previously played for the Chicago Bears, had been recovering from a previous injury before joining the Jaguars.
Despite limited participation in practice, Jones is not yet ready to play. The Jaguars are expected to take a cautious approach with his recovery. There is optimism that he could be ready to rejoin the team for their Week 6 matchup against the Houston Texans, providing a potential boost after a few extra days of rehabilitation.
