A number of teams are dealing with injuries at running back, and they’re looking toward the defending Super Bowl champs for reinforcement. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reports (via Twitter) that teams are monitoring Buccaneers running back Ronald Jones.
It would make sense for teams to assume that Jones is available. Leonard Fournette has taken control of the lead back role, while offseason addition Giovani Bernard continues to dominate passing downs. As a result, Jones has averaged about 12 snaps per game over the past four contests.
However, Pelissero notes that there’s still a question of whether the Bucs would even let go of the former second-round pick. While Jones has seen limited snaps, he is still playing, collecting 23 touches in those aforementioned four games. Plus, he provides the Buccaneers was some insurance in case Fournette or Bernand suffer an injury.
Jones had a career year in 2020, finishing with 1,143 yards from scrimmage and eight touchdowns. He added another 139 rushing yards in three postseason games. The 24-year-old is set to hit free agency following the 2021 season.
I think the best fit would be the bears
The Giants need to start looking at dealing Barkley, Engram, Shepard, etc etc the list is endless
Lots of work to be done but it probably won’t be undertaken in earnest until Gettleman is shown the door.
The Giants need a gm upgrade.
Got any CB in return?
I believe Rojo is a better RB than Fornette.
Rojo can be a good receiver too given the opportunity… you give Rojo 20 carries and he’s be a beast.
Hed be a perfect fit in Seattle , Saints ( 1-2 punch with Kamara , ) Houston , Atlanta even Chargers …