The holdout of Chris Jones got here to an finish on Monday when he signed a one-year contract, permitting him to return for the Week 2 recreation towards the Jaguars. Jones made his presence recognized on the sphere, recording 1.5 sacks, a deal with for loss, and two quarterback hits. Regardless of his spectacular efficiency, he was on a restricted variety of snaps. Following the 17-9 victory, Jones spoke to PFT over the telephone whereas touring to the airport. He revealed that he performed round 34 or 35 snaps and expressed his need to have performed extra. Regardless of his restricted enjoying time, Jones felt energized and distinctive on the sidelines, attributing it to his exercises in Miami throughout his holdout. He acknowledged the difficult situations in Florida because of the hostile setting, excessive humidity, and intense warmth.
Though Jones had been conditioning in Miami to regulate to the warmth in Jacksonville, he acknowledged that he would possibly nonetheless be on a pitch depend for the following two to 3 weeks as he readjusts to soccer. Nevertheless, he expressed his eagerness to not be restricted and is able to absolutely take part with none restrictions.