New England extended the bond with the defensive back, who was scheduled to become a free agent at the end of the season
FOXBOROUGH — The cornerback of the New England Patriots, Marcus Joneswho would become an unrestricted free agent at the end of the season, agreed to a contract extension, the team announced Tuesday.
Los Patriots They did not disclose the terms of the agreement, but a source told ESPN what Marcus Jones agreed to a three-year extension that runs through the 2028 season.
Marcus Joneswho turned 27 last Wednesday, was selected in the third round of the 2022 draft by the Patriots (No. 85 overall) from the University of Houston.
The role of Marcus Jones in the slot, combining with 2023 first-round pick Christian Gonzalez and free-agent defensive back Carlton Davis III, has given the Patriots a formidable trio in high school.
Marcus Jones5 feet 8 inches tall and 188 pounds, is having his best season as a professional. He has participated in 76 percent of defensive snaps, totaling 36 tackles, two interceptions, nine passes defensed and one sack. He has also returned 10 punts for 216 yards and a touchdown, an 87-yarder in Week 4, earning him the AFC Special Teams Player of the Week award.
Marcus Jones He was selected to the First Team All-Pro as a punt return specialist in 2022. Since arriving in the NFL, he has played in 39 regular season games (19 starts), accumulating 138 tackles and five interceptions.
On Monday, he was asked Marcus Jones about the possibility of the Pro Bowl recognizing slot cornerbacks as a specific position.
“Yes, I think it’s very important,” he replied. “Our style of play is a little different from the outside. We adapt against the run. We also cover fast players in the slot. We just try to take advantage of every opportunity… We love playing football.”
Los Patriots (6-2) host the Atlanta Falcons (3-4) on Sunday.
