The rookie cornerback showcased his speed in the Jags' 10-6 win over the Titans.
cornerback Jarrian Jones continues to make an impact in his rookie season with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Jones had a steady climb in Tallahassee that culminated with a 2023 ACC Championship.
He was selected in the third round of the 2024 NFL Draft with the No. 96 pick overall and has played in 12 regular season games, starting in two. With 21 tackles, three passes defended, and an interception, Jones added a sack to his resume during his rookie campaign.Trailing early in the fourth quarter against the Tennesee Titans, Jones was able to squeeze under offensive tackle Nicholas Petit-Frere off of a speedy blitz on quarterback Will Levis. Jones ran an official 4.
He recorded 25 tackles in 2023 alone, with five tackles for loss, a sack, a forced fumble, and three interceptions. He was an All-ACC Honorable Mention and was named the FSU Most Improved Defensive Player. Jones was also the first player in FSU history and the only player nationally in 2023 with a sack, tackle for loss, forced fumble, fumble recovery, and interception in a single game.
The Jaguars are currently No. 3 in the AFC South and are set to face the New York Jets on Sunday, December 15 at noon EST.Tommy Mire joined NoleGameday in 2023 as a writer and editor. He initially worked as lead voice at SBNation's Tomahawk Nation and contributes to football, NFL and recruiting coverage. Connect with Tommy on Twitter at @TommyM3III
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