News:Adam Jones and the Bengals have agreed to a three-year contract extension. He'll likely battle Dre Kirkpatrick for a starting job opposite Leon Hall.
Analysis: Jones played well in 2012 but it didn't translate in the stat box as he had zero interceptions to go with 40 total tackles. He's just not a valuable Fantasy asset at this point, particularly if he's just a nickelback for the Bengals.
News: Bengals cornerback Adam Jones sustained a calf injury late in the fourth quarter Week 10 vs. N.Y. Giants. He had five tackles (four solo), three pass defenses and one forced fumble before leaving the game Sunday.
Analysis: Early indications are that Jones didn't suffer a serious injury and he is expected to be OK moving forward. Sunday was by far Jones' best game of the season, but he played a lot because the Giants used a lot of three-wide receiver sets. Jones is still just a backup cornerback for Cincinnati and has marginal Fantasy appeal.
News: Cornerback Adam Jones agreed to terms on Thursday to return to the Bengals. Jones, who started seven games at cornerback, wasn't a surprise signing. He will fall into the rotation behind Leon Hall, who is recovering from an Achilles injury, and 31-year-old Nate Clements. Along with recently acquired cornerback Jason Allen, the Bengals now own veteran, reliable depth on the edges, which is necessary because of concerns with Clements' age and Hall's injury.
Analysis: Jones will continue to provide depth in the secondary for Cincinnati, but he can be left on Fantasy waivers until further notice.
News: Bengals DB Adam Jones suffered a hamstring injury in Week 8 against the Seahawks on his 63-yard punt return. He was activated from the PUP list Friday after missing the first six games due to a neck injury. He did not return in the 34-12 loss.
Analysis: Jones has not been a viable option in Fantasy for a few years now and it doesn't look as though that's going to change anytime soon. Continue to ignore him in the majority of IDP formats, healthy or not.
News: Bengals DB Adam Jones, who has started the year on the PUP list because of a neck injury, was activated on Friday, but he is still listed as questionable for Week 8 at Seattle.
Analysis: Jones will provide depth in the secondary and contribute on special teams for Cincinnati, but he can be left on Fantasy waivers until further notice.
News: Bengals DB Adam Jones, who has started the year on the PUP list with a neck injury, returned to practice Monday. The Bengals now have three weeks to decide whether to activate Jones or put him on season-ending IR.
Analysis: You have to figure that as long as Jones hasn't lost a step sitting idle, then he will be added because he will bring depth to special teams and the secondary. It's just that even if he is activated, Fantasy IDP owners don't have to add Jones.
News: Bengals DB Adam Jones (neck) will be eligible to come off the physically-unable-to-perform list for practice next week. He said Monday he has been cleared by doctors to do so.
Analysis: Jones had offseason neck surgery, but was a major asset before his injury last season. In five games, he had an INT, forced fumble and two fumble recoveries. The Bengals have gotten excellent play out of their secondary this year, so Jones won't be needed for a featured role once active. He will probably mostly contribute on special teams, so ignore him in Fantasy until further notice.
News: According to the Bengals official website, DB Adam Jones said he will be ready to return in Week 8 against Seattle, which is after the team's bye. Jones is on the PUP list because of a neck injury. "I'll be fuill speed. So I'll either get them or they'll get me," Jones said.
Analysis: The Bengals have gotten excellent play out of their secondary this year, so Jones won't be needed for a featured role once active. He will probably mostly contribute on special teams, so ignore him in Fantasy until further notice.
News: The Bengals did not activate CB Adam Jones off of the PUP list on Saturday, meaning that he will miss at least the first six weeks of the season. He will remain with the team for rehab and meetings, but may not practice. Beginning the week following Week 6 NFL play, he will be eligible to return to practice under a roster exemption. Upon returning to practice, he may work during a 21-day period, the end of which serves as a deadline for his roster exemption, with his status moving forward to be determined. The Bengals are off in Week 7, so the soonest he could play in Week 8 at Seattle.
Analysis: Jones isn't worth waiting for in Fantasy -- leave him off rosters.
News: DB Adam Jones was still wearing a support device around his injured neck and said he can't participate in contact for 2-3 weeks. He hopes to play in the regular season opener. He was placed on the PUP list. The Bengals also waived CB Morgan Trent after he failed a physical.
Analysis: Jones might have to start for the Bengals once he's healthy, which means that he could get some cheap stats for Fantasy. You can wait for him to get healthy before potentially adding him to rosters, though. He and Trent shouldn't be drafted.
News: Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Adam Jones has pleaded not guilty to charges of disorderly conduct and resisting arrest in Cincinnati. Court officials say attorney Edward Perry filed the written plea for Jones on Monday in Hamilton County Municipal Court. The misdemeanor charges stem from Jones' July 10 arrest in Cincinnati. Jones was not in court Monday. Court documents accuse the 27-year-old Jones of being disorderly and shouting profanities at a downtown bar and trying to pull away as officers arrested him. Perry declined to comment to the Associated Press on Monday. Jones denied the allegations to WCPO-TV after leaving jail.
Analysis: The charges add to a list of off-the-field troubles for Jones. They include at least six arrests and a dozen instances involving police intervention. The Bengals have declined comment. This is another developing situation for the troubled cornerback. Jones played in just five games in 2010 and is likely fighting for a roster spot when training camp opens. It's safe to ignore him in all Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Bengals cornerback Adam Jones was arrested Sunday in Cincinnati on misdemeanor charges of disorderly conduct while intoxicated and resisting arrest, adding to the list of off-the-field troubles that have marred his career. The 27-year-old Jones was jailed around 3 a.m. and released later in the morning. Cincinnati media outlets reported documents filed in court accuse Jones of being disorderly and shouting profanities in a downtown bar and trying to pull away as officers arrested him. Jones denied the allegations in an interview with WCPO-TV after leaving jail. "I just had surgery, so why would I be resisting arrest?" said Jones, who was wearing a neck brace. He's been recovering from a neck injury last fall that required surgery, but he was expecting to play this year. He said he hadn't been drinking and was out with his wife to celebrate her birthday. "It's ridiculous, man," he told the TV station. "I keep on going through the same thing, and it don't make no sense." He also apologized to his fans and said he loves Cincinnati. "Only thing I can do is be me and do what I'm supposed to do, but I was not yelling at the police. I did not yell profanity at the police. And at the end of the day ... I'm the bad guy," he said.
Analysis: Jones, who was Tennessee's first-round pick in 2005, has repeatedly had troubles away from football, including at least six other arrests and a dozen instances that involved police intervention. He was suspended for the 2007 season with the Titans, then signed by Dallas, where he was suspended for six games the following year for an alcohol-related scuffle. He sat out for a year before signing a two-year deal with Cincinnati in May 2010. Police there questioned him last fall after he drove his vehicle over a downtown curb to avoid an obstacle and then apologized to him, saying it was a mistake and he'd done nothing wrong. A Bengals spokesman said the team had no comment on the most recent arrest. The team is prohibited from having contact with Jones because of the NFL lockout. This is another developing situation for the troubled cornerback. Jones played in just five games in 2010 and is likely fighting for a roster spot when training camp open. It's safe to ignore him in all Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Bengals DB Adm Jones said his goal for 2011 is to be one of the two starting cornerbacks whenever the season begins. "I have to be out there on one of those corners. I feel like I can help the team out there more instead of being in a nickel package," Jones said. "But I have to do my part. I have to come in healthy and with a great attitude and do my job." Jones is continuing to recover from surgery to repair a herniated disk in his neck and said he will be in a neck brace for another month.
Analysis: After not playing two of three seasons, Jones was signed by the Bengals last year. He played in just five games prior to getting hurt and finished with 13 tackles, an interception and a forced fumble which he returned for a touchdown. Still, he will need to prove he can stay healthy and productive before being used in Fantasy leagues.
News: The Bengals expect cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones to come back after surgery for a herniated disk in his neck. They sure could use him this week. Jones went on injured reserve Tuesday with the neck injury, ending his comeback season. Jones got hurt late in a loss to Atlanta in Week 7. His agent told The Associated Press that doctors have recommended surgery. The cornerback will get another opinion before making his decision. Coach Marvin Lewis confirmed on Wednesday that surgery is likely, but Jones could be back by next season. He's under contract with the Bengals for one more year. Jones wasn't in the locker room. "At some point, Adam will have surgery -- once the doctors feel it's time -- with the hopes that he'll be back and ready to play next season," Lewis said. "That would be the outlook that he's looking for. So, that's kind of where it is."
Analysis: Jones was Tennessee's first-round pick in 2005. Six arrests and a dozen instances involving police intervention scuttled his career. He was suspended for the 2007 season with Tennessee. The Cowboys signed him, but he was suspended for six games in 2008 for an alcohol-related scuffle with a bodyguard provided by the team. Nobody wanted him last year, forcing him to sit out the season. He tried out with the Bengals in the offseason and got a two-year deal that represented his last chance. He impressed the Bengals in training camp, winning the third cornerback job behind Johnathan Joseph and Leon Hall. He also returned punts and kickoffs. Don't worry about holding onto Jones in long-term Fantasy keeper leagues.
News: Bengals CB Adam Jones is out for the season with a disk problem in his neck. The team placed him on season-ending injured reserve. Jones provided much-needed depth at cornerback and was coming into his own there, plus he contributed on special teams.
Analysis: Jones wasn't a useful IDP league option in the first place, so this news shouldn't impact many Fantasy owners.
News: Bengals DB Adam Jones, who is attempting to revive his career after missing the entire 2009 season, proved his worth Week 7 at Atlanta, stripping the ball from WR Roddy White and taking it 59 yards for a touchdown. He also had six tackles, including five solo.
Analysis: Jones nearly doubled his season total with the five tackles. He has one interception but otherwise hasn't made much of an impact in Fantasy. He's worth watching because of his ability, but this one touchdown isn't reason enough to add him off the waiver wire in IDP leagues.
News:Adam Jones had one of the Bengals' four interceptions in Week 2 against the Ravens, his first since he was with Dallas in 2008. He sat out last season when no team wanted him. He also hurt his left shoulder in the second half and didn't return.
Analysis: While it is nice Jones managed an interception in Week 2, he is still backing up Johnathan Joseph and Leon Hall at cornerback. Jones is a bigger contributor for the Bengals on special teams. Continue to ignore Jones in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Bengals DB Adam Jones did not play in Thursday's preseason finale against the Colts. He suffered a neck injury during the first half of Saturday's game against the Bills. His status for Week 1 remains to be determined.
Analysis: Jones is not expected to be a starter this season, but he could enjoy some mild Fantasy appeal in deeper leagues that reward kick yardage. He will go undrafted and unowned in most leagues this season.
News: Bengals CB Adam Jones suffered a neck injury during the first half of Saturday's game against the Bills. He did not return, finishing with three tackles. He returned three kickoffs for 38 yards, and a punt for 11 yards.
Analysis: Jones isn't a starter in Cincinnati this year, and would only play in nickel or dime packages. He won't be on the field enough to have an impact in Fantasy, and can be ignored in IDP leagues. Jones' main impact for the Bengals and Fantasy owners is as a return man.
News: Adam "Pacman" Jones agreed to a two-year deal with the Bengals, putting the troubled cornerback on a team with a history of giving players second chances. The Bengals also agreed to terms with safety Gibril Wilson, according to his agent.
Analysis: Jones could have some trouble making the Bengals. Cincinnati has one of the best cornerback tandems in the league in Johnathan Joseph and Leon Hall, who had six interceptions apiece last season. Morgan Trent, a sixth-round pick last year, had a solid rookie season, and the Bengals selected Brandon Ghee from Wake Forest in the third round last month, looking for depth at the position. Wilson also has an uphill battle to make the team. Neither player should be trusted in Fantasy leagues.
News: CB Adam "Pacman" Jones got a second workout with the Cincinnati Bengals, one of a handful of teams he's been contacting to try to get back into the NFL. One of Jones' agents told the Associated Press that the Bengals hadn't made a formal contract proposal following Jones' workout Tuesday in Cincinnati. The Cincinnati Enquirer first reported that Jones was back in town for the second time this offseason, trying to impress the team enough to sign him. Jones has been arrested repeatedly during his career. The Cowboys released him after the 2008 season, and he didn't play last year.
Analysis: Keep an eye on what happens with Jones the rest of this offseason, but he has minimal Fantasy value. Ignore him in all IDP leagues on Draft Day even if he signs with the Bengals.
News: Adam "Pacman" Jones is trying hard for a 2010 comeback. At least three teams, - the Lions, 49ers and Bengals - have expressed "great interest" in the troubled CB, though no signing was imminent, agent Ray Savage said Friday. Savage said he hoped to set up in-person visits with those teams in the near future. "Nothing's imminent, and I'm hopeful to schedule visits here in the next week or two," said Savage, whose comments came two days after Detroit coach Jim Schwartz said the Lions were "definitely interested" in signing Jones. Schwartz said Wednesday at the NFL meetings that the Lions were gathering more information about Jones' level of commitment and how he could fit in Detroit's system. The Lions were among a few teams that worked out Jones last week in New Orleans. Savage said Jones worked out earlier in the year for the Bengals "and we're hopeful that we'll be back in Cincinnati here in the next week. And we're trying to coordinate with San Francisco to get out there and meet with them."
Analysis: Keep an eye on what happens with Jones, but he has minimal Fantasy value. Even if he signs somewhere he would not be worth drafting in the majority of IDP leagues.
News: According to a report on ESPN, DB Adam "Pacman" Jones worked out for the Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday. The workout is thought to be Jones' first with an NFL team since the Cowboys released him in February 2009.
Analysis: Jones has minimal Fantasy value no matter what team he signs with. Keep an eye on what happens with Jones but don't plan on drafting him in any IDP leagues in 2010.
News: The Winnipeg Blue Bombers announced Wednesday it has ended its pursuit of DB Adam "Pacman" Jones, one day after multiple reports said Jones would play for the team. "It is unfortunate that this situation became public; however, our position has remained consistent," Blue Bombers coach Mike Kelly said in a statement. "We will pursue athletes that we believe will contribute to our organization on and off the field. "We have completed our assessment and due diligence and at this time we will not be pursuing the services of Adam Jones."
Analysis: Jones' attorney, Worrick Robinson, told the Associated Press on Tuesday he had been in "consistent negotiations" with a CFL team, but wouldn't say which one. Jones is probably going to try to play in the newly formed United Football League and his chances of returning to the NFL appear to be virtually nonexistent.
News: The Cowboys say there are no plans to bring back Adam "Pacman" Jones, the cornerback whose career has been marred by off-the-field problems. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones raised the possibility in a weekend interview with the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. Team spokesman Rich Dalrymple said Monday the owner had told him it wasn't going to happen. After serving a one-year suspension for violating the NFL's conduct policy, Jones was acquired by the Cowboys last summer. He was released in January after problems that included a fight with his team-provided bodyguard and a six-game suspension. Jones played for the Tennessee Titans in 2005 and '06, but lately has kept busy by appearing in the reality TV show "Pros vs. Joes 4: All Stars."
Analysis: We'd be shocked if Jones returned to Dallas, especially considering their depth at cornerback already. Sure, he'd help that, but he'd also be an off-field risk. If he plays in the NFL in 2009, he'd be no better than a one-week replacement off the waiver wire.
News: Troubled cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones was released Monday by the Cowboys, making him a free agent. The Cowboys said last month they planned to release Jones, and Monday was the first day teams could make waiver requests. Jones was suspended for six games by the NFL after an alcohol-related scuffle in October with a team-provided bodyguard at a Dallas hotel. Before coming to Dallas, Jones was arrested six times and involved in 12 instances requiring police intervention after Tennessee drafted him in the first round in 2005.
Analysis: Expected to give the Cowboys a boost on defense and special teams, Jones had 31 tackles and no interceptions in his nine games (six starts). He averaged only 4.5 yards on his 21 punt returns, with a long of 18 yards. Jones was ineffective for the Cowboys and clearly still hasn't learned how to conduct himself off the field. He could be staring down the barrel (no pun intended) of a lifetime suspension if this 2007 incident is true. He shouldn't be on any Fantasy rosters.
News: The Dallas Cowboys said Wednesday they are done with CB Adam Jones, releasing him after a 2008 season marred by disappointing play and a six-game suspension for an off-field scuffle. Jones was expected to give the Cowboys a shut-down cornerback on defense and a touchdown threat on special teams. Instead, he had no interceptions and averaged just 4.5 yards per punt return. His release will become official Feb. 9, the first day NFL teams can make waiver requests. Additionally, ESPN is reporting that Jones allegedly ordered a shooting of a man outside an Atlanta strip club in June 2007, an incident that has been kept quiet until now. Jones has had 10 off-field incidents since joining the NFL four years ago.
Analysis: Jones was ineffective for the Cowboys and clearly still hasn't learned how to conduct himself off the field. He could be staring down the barrel (no pun intended) of a lifetime suspension if this 2007 incident is true. He shouldn't be on any Fantasy rosters.
News: Troubled cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones must look elsewhere in the NFL for another chance. The Dallas Cowboys are done with him. Jones was released Wednesday by the Cowboys following a turbulent season in which he was suspended six games for an off-field scuffle and made little impact on the field. Jones, expected to give the Cowboys a boost on defense and special teams, had no interceptions and averaged just 4.5 yards per punt return. His release will become official Feb. 9, the first day NFL teams can make waiver requests. "He was surprised, and I think he was obviously somewhat hurt," said Worrick Robinson, Jones' Nashville, Tenn.-based attorney. "At the same time, he understands the business behind what is happening here." Jones' attorney added he expects the cornerback will be back with some team in 2009.
Analysis: Jones had a horrendous season and unless he catches on in the right situation and begins to play well he should be ignored going into the 2009 season.
News: Adam "Pacman" Jones says the herniated disk in his neck that forced him to miss Dallas' last game was bothering him even before he took a hard hit. "I had been complaining about my neck. It could be a possibility that I already had that," the Cowboys cornerback said Thursday. Jones was injured in the first quarter two Sundays ago at Pittsburgh in his first game after a six-week suspension for violating the league's personal conduct policy. He finished that game, but tests showed a herniated disk and there was talk of shutting him down for the season. "It was always a chance the swelling would go down," Jones said. "I'm more happy than surprised."
Analysis: After not playing Sunday night against the New York Giants, Jones returned to practice this week after doctors re-evaluated his condition. He is expected to start at cornerback and return kicks Saturday night against Baltimore. There were initially concerns that the injury could be career threatening. "Any time someone tells you that, you're going to be afraid. Thank God it's not," he said. "I've never taken this game for granted. It could be over in a quick second. That's how it is, man. I've got to take advantage of the time I have now." Jones wasn't a great cornerback before his suspension, and he's not expected to be a stat producer now that he's back. Keep him off of Fantasy rosters.
News: Adam "Pacman" Jones is back with the Dallas Cowboys. Thought to be out for the season because of a neck injury, Jones returned to practice Wednesday and is expected to play Saturday night, both at cornerback and returning kicks, after having missed only one game. Coach Wade Phillips said the herniated disk discovered last week has healed, perhaps because he already had the problem and it was only aggravated by a hit he took two games ago in Pittsburgh. That was his first game back with the Cowboys after being suspended from six games for violating the league's personal conduct policy. "He's got nine lives," Phillips said. "Maybe he's got 18."
Analysis: Jones wasn't a great cornerback before his suspension, and he's not expected to be a stat producer now that he's back. Keep him off of Fantasy rosters.
News: The Cowboys have announced the inactives for their Week 15 game vs. the Giants. Not in uniform will be: QB Brooks Bollinger (third QB), CB Adam Jones (neck), CB Courtney Brown (coach's decision), RB Alonzo Coleman (coach's decision), LB Steve Octavien (coach's decision) and WR Isaiah Stanback (coach's decision).
Analysis: Jones is the only one in this list with any Fantasy value, but he has yet to play this season. Ignore all these guys in Week 15 vs. the Giants.
News: Cowboys cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones might miss the rest of the season after injuring his neck against Pittsburgh. Cowboys coach Wade Phillips said Wednesday that Jones will miss Sunday's game against the New York Giants because of a herniated disk. Phillips said a second disk might be damaged but team doctors don't consider the injury career-threatening. Jones was hurt when he fell on top of his muffed punt, getting caught in a scramble for the loose ball. After several players fell on him, Jones was pulled from the pile awkwardly by a Pittsburgh player. It was Jones' first game back after a six-game suspension, the second time he has been banned by commissioner Roger Goodell for off-the-field issues. He has been ruled out for Week 15 against the Giants.
Analysis: Jones wasn't a great cornerback before his suspension, and he's not expected to be a stat producer now, especially now that he's hurt. Keep him off of Fantasy rosters.
News: Cowboys cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones might miss the rest of the season after injuring his neck against Pittsburgh. Cowboys coach Wade Phillips said Wednesday that Jones will miss Sunday's game against the New York Giants because of a herniated disk. Phillips said a second disk might be damaged but team doctors don't consider the injury career-threatening. Jones was hurt when he fell on top of his muffed punt, getting caught in a scramble for the loose ball. After several players fell on him, Jones was pulled from the pile awkwardly by a Pittsburgh player. It was Jones' first game back after a six-game suspension, the second time he has been banned by commissioner Roger Goodell for off-the-field issues.
Analysis: Jones wasn't a great cornerback before his suspension, and he's not expected to be a stat producer now, especially now that he's hurt. Keep him off of Fantasy rosters.
News: Adam "Pacman" Jones is back in the NFL. The Dallas Cowboys put Jones on their 53-man roster Tuesday after the NFL lifted the cornerback's suspension. Jones missed six games for violating the league's player conduct policy. He previously was suspended for the entire 2007 season while with Tennessee and played in only six games for the Cowboys before the most recent suspension after an alcohol-related scuffle at an upscale Dallas hotel. The NFL allowed Jones to return to practice last week and said then he would be able to return to play Sunday at Pittsburgh. The Cowboys cleared a spot on their roster when they put safety Pat Watkins on injured reserve.
Analysis: Jones wasn't a great cornerback before his suspension, and he's not expected to be a stat producer now that he's back. Keep him off of Fantasy rosters. The same goes with Watkins since he's on IR.
News: Dallas cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones will be eligible to play Sunday after serving his six-game suspension. Jones has already returned to practice, but the Cowboys still have a roster exemption and do not yet have to put him on their 53-man roster.
Analysis: Jones wasn't a great cornerback before his suspension, and he's not expected to be a stat producer now that he's back. Keep him off of Fantasy rosters.
News: Cowboys suspended cornerback Adam Jones was back at work on Monday, going to meetings and a practice even though he can't suit up until Dec. 7 against Pittsburgh. Jones is allowed to do everything but play in the next game -- Thursday against Seattle -- as he works his way back from his latest suspension, a six-game penalty for violating the league's player conduct policy. He previously was suspended for the entire 2007 season, and coach Wade Phillips said Monday it's reasonable to believe another slip-up would get him permanently banned from the NFL. "We've got to hope, for his sake really, that he has cleared all that up," Phillips said. "All the pressure is on him, really, to do the right thing."
Analysis: Jones was suspended from the entire 2007 season because of repeated run-ins with the law. Traded to Dallas and given another chance by Goodell, Jones played six games before getting punished again. Jones is merely a low-end Fantasy DB when active, though he does have big-play ability. Keep him sidelined until Week 14.
News: The NFL confirmed Friday that suspended cornerback Adam Jones can join the Dallas Cowboys on Monday and that he can play again Dec. 7 against Pittsburgh -- but only if he stays on his best behavior. Commissioner Roger Goodell issued a brief statement Friday confirming the details of Jones' return, noting that it can only happen "if he avoids any further incidents and fully complies with each and every condition that has been established for him." Those conditions were not outlined, although it's believed that he must keep up with the aftercare of the alcohol rehabilitation program he underwent since being suspended Oct. 14.
Analysis: The statement also noted that "Commissioner Goodell's decision was based on the recommendations of clinical experts." Jones was suspended from the entire 2007 season because of repeated run-ins with the law. Traded to Dallas and given another chance by Goodell, Jones played six games before getting punished again. By missing the next two games, this will become a six-game penalty, making it 22 of a possible 28 games he'll have been forced to sit out. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones revealed the commissioner's decision Wednesday. The league office had been mum about the reinstatement until issuing a three-sentence release Friday afternoon. Jones is merely a low-end Fantasy DB when active. Keep him sidelined until Week 14.
News: The NFL is giving Adam "Pacman" Jones another chance. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said Wednesday the suspended cornerback has been reinstated by league commissioner Roger Goodell, but he must miss two more games -- this Sunday and the following game on Thanksgiving. He'll be back Dec. 7 at Pittsburgh. Jerry Jones would not reveal any conditions the commissioner may have imposed and the league office said it would not have any immediate comment. "He's a long way, a long way from having clear sailing," he said.
Analysis: Jones' latest violation of the league's personal conduct policy stemmed from an alcohol-related scuffle Oct. 7 with one of his bodyguards at a private party in Dallas. The Cowboys had employed the bodyguards to try to keep Jones out of trouble because only six weeks earlier he was reinstated from a 17-month suspension because of repeated legal problems. Jones has some big-play ability, but he doesn't produce consistent numbers for Fantasy purposes. Consider him just a low-end option when he returns.
News: Suspended Cowboys cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones has completed the inpatient portion of his NFL-ordered alcohol treatment and has returned to Texas, where he is hopeful of soon being able to rejoin the team. Jones' agent, Worrick Robinson, said the player is handing personal matters while waiting for NFL commissioner Roger Goodell to determine if Jones will be reinstated and be able to play this season. "He's using this time to focus on himself and focus on his priorities, which is to stay committed to the program he started," Robinson told the AP late Tuesday night. "He's re-establishing his life in Dallas with this program being a priority."
Analysis: Jones' latest violation of the league's personal conduct policy stemmed from an alcohol-related scuffle Oct. 7 with one of his bodyguards at a private party in Dallas. The Cowboys had employed the bodyguards to try to keep Jones out of trouble because only six weeks earlier he was reinstated from a 17-month suspension because of repeated legal problems. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has said he'd welcome back the player if the league will allow it. Jones has some big-play ability, but he doesn't produce consistent numbers for Fantasy purposes. Consider him just a low-end option even if he returns.
News: Suspended Cowboys cornerback Adam Jones must keep waiting to find out whether he can resume his NFL career. When commissioner Roger Goodell punished Jones last month, he said the suspension would be reviewed after four games -- and the fourth was Sunday. So now the wait is on for Goodell to make a ruling. "Nothing to report on it," league spokesman Greg Aiello wrote in an e-mail Monday. Cowboys coach Wade Phillips said Monday he didn't have any details. "As far as I'm concerned right now, he's gone," Phillips said. "We're preparing the players I have. ... If it turns out that he does come back and he is ready, I'll prepare that."
Analysis: Jones' latest violation of the league's personal conduct policy stemmed from an alcohol-related scuffle Oct. 7 with one of his bodyguards at a private party in Dallas. The Cowboys had employed the bodyguards to try to keep Jones out of trouble because only six weeks earlier he was reinstated from a 17-month suspension because of repeated legal problems. Jones has been undergoing alcohol rehabilitation. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has said he'd welcome back the player if the league will allow it. Jones has some big-play ability, but he doesn't produce consistent numbers for Fantasy purposes. Consider him just a low-end option even if he returns.
News: Cornerback Adam Jones was suspended indefinitely in October for violating the league's personal conduct policy. Commissioner Roger Goodell said he would determine the length of the suspension after four games, which would be after Sunday's game in Washington. Only six weeks after being reinstated from a 17-month suspension because of repeated legal problems, the cornerback was involved in an alcohol-related scuffle Oct. 7 with one of his bodyguards at a private party in Dallas. The Cowboys had employed the bodyguards to try to keep Jones out of trouble. The league said reinstatement would depend on strict compliance with treatment plans and an evaluation by "clinical experts." Jones has been going through alcohol rehabilitation. "He's spending some time in Boston this week and in here for the weekends," owner Jerry Jones said. "He's spent some time with his work and counseling that he's doing there and then he'll be here for the rest of the time."
Analysis: Jerry Jones said he had been in contact with Adam Jones "on numerous occasions" and said he would welcome the player back if he "does the kinds of things that the league has asked him to do and that he's doing. If he's done that and satisfied that criteria, then yes, we would." The Cowboys owner said he has visited with some key NFL officials, but not Goodell, about Adam Jones' status and didn't know when a decision would be made. If the player does return, Jerry Jones isn't worried about it becoming a distraction. "No, not if he's adhering to the kind of things that he has to address," the owner said. "He was a hard worker, hard practicer and certainly contributed positively to our team. So I don't consider him a distraction." Jones' impact with the Cowboys defense and special teams wasn't big to begin with. Keep Jones off of Fantasy rosters until further notice.
News: Suspended Cowboys cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones has entered an alcohol treatment center. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones says the player checked into a facility "in another part of the country." The treatment plan is overseen by the NFL. Adam Jones was suspended for at least four games by the league last Tuesday. He had been involved in an alcohol-related scuffle with one of his bodyguards at a private party in Dallas. That came only six weeks after he was reinstated from a 17-month suspension because of repeated legal troubles.
Analysis: Jones' impact with the Cowboys defense and special teams wasn't big to begin with. Keep Jones off of Fantasy rosters until further notice.
News: NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell suspended Cowboys CB Adam "Pacman" Jones for an indefinite period of time without pay for violating the NFL's Personal Conduct Policy. In a letter to Jones, Goodell said the suspension stemmed from "a disturbing pattern of behavior and clearly inconsistent with the conditions I set for your continued participation in the NFL." Goodell will uphold the suspension for at least four games. Directly from an NFL statement, "Jones was involved in an alcohol-related physical altercation at a Dallas hotel on October 8 that resulted in hotel employees calling the police."
Analysis: Jones' impact with the Cowboys defense and special teams wasn't big to begin with. Keep Jones off of Fantasy rosters until further notice.
News: Cowboys cornerback Terence Newman will be out at least another month after surgery for a sports hernia. That means Adam "Pacman" Jones will remain in the starting lineup - at least for Sunday's game against Arizona. The NFL's review of Adam "Pacman" Jones' scuffle with his bodyguard won't be completed until next week
Analysis: This means that Jones will surely be in the starting lineup this week as he won't face any sanctions from the league until Week 7 at the earliest. Consider him a low-end Fantasy DB for now.
News: The NFL's review of Adam "Pacman" Jones' scuffle with his bodyguard won't be completed until next week. The Dallas Cowboys had already said they won't discipline Jones, so that means the cornerback will play Sunday at Arizona.
Analysis: It is still possible a sanction could come down from the league, but it does not appear to be imminent at this point. Jones remains active for Week 6 should be considered a low-end Fantasy DB.
News: The Cowboys say that they will not discipline DB Adam "Pacman" Jones after his involvement in an altercation with his bodyguard that was reported Thursday night. Jones practiced Thursday, but was not available to comment following practice. But Cowboys coach Wade Phillips said Thursday that Jones will play Sunday against the Arizona Cardinals
Analysis: Commissioner Roger Goodell said in a radio interview Thursday that the league was investigating the matter. It is still possible a sanction could come down from the league, but it does not appear to be imminent at this point. Jones remains active for Week 6 should be considered a low-end Fantasy DB -- for now.
News: Dallas Cowboys cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones was involved in a fight with one of his bodyguards, according to Dallas police, the night before attending a previously scheduled team meeting with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell. No one was arrested and no one will be charged in connection with the fight late Tuesday night at The Joule, an upscale downtown hotel. Jones missed all of last season for Tennessee while serving an NFL suspension for off-field incidents. Goodell fully reinstated the cornerback, acquired by Dallas in a trade in April, just before the season opener. "Someone from the business called police," Dallas police spokesman Cpl. Jerry Monreal told The Associated Press. "Police arrived and spoke to the parties after they had a verbal argument. Both parties agreed to leave, and they left."
Analysis: The incident report lists no names, and Monreal said he did not know if Jones was involved in the fight, which was first reported by Dallas-Fort Worth TV station KTVT. But the details of the incident and Jones' involvement were confirmed to The Dallas Morning News by Deputy Chief Vince Golbeck, who is a commander of the central patrol division, which responded to the call. Golbeck was not in the police station Wednesday night, and a dispatcher at the central patrol division declined to comment. Before meeting with the Cowboys on Wednesday, Goodell said to reporters in San Antonio: "Adam knows how much emphasis I put on making sure that he makes good choices going forward, that he avoids situations where he can reflect poorly on himself, the Cowboys or the NFL. So far he seems to have been able to do that very effectively." It's not yet known if the NFL will take any action against Jones, so he remains active for Week 6. Consider Jones a low-end Fantasy DB.
News: Cowboys DB Adam Jones had eight tackles -- six solo -- a forced fumble and a fumble recovery Week 3 at Green Bay. It was his best performance with his new team.
Analysis: Jones has to split time with Anthony Henry and Terence Newman, but he's a playmaker who could make an impact in Fantasy IDP leagues like he did Sunday. Consider taking a flier on him.
News: DB Adam Jones made his Cowboys debut Week 1 against the Browns. He ended up starting at cornerback since Terence Newman was sidelined by injury. Jones had one tackle and one pass defensed.
Analysis: As soon as Newman is healthy, Jones will likely revert to his role as nickelback for the Cowboys, unless he overtakes Anthony Henry. Until Jones starts posting big numbers, he is nothing more than a low-end Fantasy DB or viable option in leagues that reward heavily for return yards.
News: Cowboys cornerback Terence Newman is listed as questionable for the season opener at Cleveland. Newman's uncertain status on Friday's injury report was another sign that Adam Jones may make his Dallas debut as a starter on Sunday. It will be Jones' first NFL game since the 2006 season. Cowboys coach Wade Phillips said this week that Jones would start if Newman wasn't in the lineup. Newman missed nearly all of training camp, and the entire preseason, while dealing with a slightly torn groin muscle. He returned to practice last week and was listed as limited participation going through drills Friday.
Analysis: Neither Newman nor Jones are expected to produce enough stats to warrant Fantasy use unless you're in a league that does not reward tackles. The two don't make enough hits, but do have potential for pass defense stats. Keep them both reserved for Week 1 at Cleveland.
News: Call him Adam Jones or Pacman. Maybe even call him a starter. Because the Dallas Cowboys are wary of cornerback Terence Newman's groin injury, there's a chance Jones will make his Dallas debut as part of the starting lineup Sunday in Cleveland. "Yeah, if we didn't start Newman, Adam Jones would start," coach Wade Phillips said Thursday. Even if Newman can play and starts, he's likely to get more rest than usual -- which still means more playing time for Jones in his first NFL game since the finale of the 2006 season, when he was with Tennessee. "I don't have a preference," Phillips said. "I wouldn't want to hold back Adam if that was the case. I feel good about how he's played and he is ready to play."
Analysis: Jones was recently reinstated to the NFL by commissioner Roger Goodell after missing the entire 2007 season. He has been a little rusty in the preseason, but has the talent to be a respectable NFL corner. Jones is a decent DB in IDP leagues and can be useful as a No. 3 option now that he's reinstated.
News: Adam "Pacman" Jones has been cleared to play for the Dallas Cowboys this season. The cornerback-kick returner was suspended all last season, when he was with the Tennessee Titans, because of an accumulation of arrests and legal problems. He was traded to the Cowboys in April, then allowed by commissioner Roger Goodell to join the team in training camp and in preseason games. Goodell, however, was still waiting to decide whether to let Jones play in the regular season. That news came Thursday, hours before Dallas' final preseason game.
Analysis: Jones is a decent DB in IDP leagues and can be useful as a No. 3 option now that he's reinstated. He is a dynamic return man and should improve the Cowboys DST. Draft the Cowboys with a No. 1 pick with a late-round pick.
News: Still-suspended Cowboys cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones made his first start Friday against the Texans. He had one tackle, and gave up a 23-yard play to Kevin Walter, who reached over the shorter defender to make the catch. He also had an 18-yard punt return. "Of course I was nervous," Jones said. "I hadn't had my number called in over a year. It all worked out."
Analysis: Jones has been reinstated to practice with the team, as well as play in preseason games. Thus far he has done nothing to disrupt a potential reinstatement since he signed with the Cowboys. Right now he has minimal Fantasy value in IDP leagues, though if fully reinstated he'd be worth using as a No. 3 Fantasy DB if you get credit for special-teams play.
News: The Cowboys will start cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones in their third preseason game vs. Houston, reports the Dallas Morning News. I just think he needs to play, and he's shown he can play," head coach Wade Phillips said. "He had a good game last game."
Analysis: Jones has been reinstated to practice with the team, as well as play in preseason games. Thus far he has done nothing to disrupt a potential reinstatement since he signed with the Cowboys. Right now he has minimal Fantasy value in IDP leagues, though if fully reinstated he'd be worth using as a No. 3 Fantasy DB if you get credit for special-teams play.
News: Adam "Pacman" Jones, the Cowboys' suspended cornerback, said Thursday he's sent a letter to NFL commissioner Roger Goodell asking to be allowed to play this season. "I think it should be successful, I did everything he asked me to do," Jones said of the letter he typed on a laptop computer and sent Wednesday night after the Cowboys' joint workouts with the Broncos. While Jones is allowed to play in preseason games, the Cowboys don't know when they will find out if he will be fully reinstated for the regular season. Goodell has said only that a decision would come before the regular season.
Analysis: Right now he has minimal Fantasy value in IDP leagues, though if fully reinstated he'd be worth using as a No. 3 Fantasy DB in deeper leagues.
News: Dallas cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones entered Saturday's preseason game against San Diego on the third play for the Cowboys defense, and the Chargers didn't throw the ball his way in the first quarter. But at the start of the second quarter, Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers went after him. Jones tried to jam Chris Chambers and lost him for a 21-yard reception. Jones took a bad angle on another play and also missed a tackle later in the game. Add a pass interference call against him and it's official: He looked rusty.
Analysis: Jones has been reinstated to practice with the team, as well as play in preseason games. That is good news because it looks like he'll need the work. Thus far he has done nothing to disrupt a potential reinstatement since he signed with the Cowboys. Right now he has minimal Fantasy value in IDP leagues, though if fully reinstated he'd be worth using as a No. 3 Fantasy DB if you get credit for special-teams play.
News: According to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said Wednesday he thinks the latest the team will know Adam Jones' status for Week 1 is Aug. 30 when the team must reduce its roster to 53 players. Jones, however, will likely not start against San Diego in the Cowboys’ preseason opener Saturday night. Despite Terence Newman being out with an injury, Cowboys coach Wade Phillips said he expects rookie Mike Jenkins to start at left cornerback. Adam Jones has been on the other side. "Adam is going to play, because he practiced well," Phillips said. "I think he'll show some of the same things. I think more of it is learning what we need to do, what techniques we want, what the coverages are and so forth. But I think he'll do all right, because he's a really gifted player."
Analysis: The Cowboys aren’t banking on it, but at least they have an idea when they will know whether Jones will be reinstated for Week 1 of the regular season. Jones has been reinstated to practice with the team, as well as play in preseason games. Thus far he has done nothing to disrupt a potential reinstatement since he signed with the Cowboys. Right now he has minimal Fantasy value in IDP leagues, though if fully reinstated he'd be worth using as a No. 3 Fantasy DB if you get credit for special-teams play.
News: When it comes to Adam "Pacman" Jones' status, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is treading lightly. The still-suspended cornerback can play in the preseason for the Dallas Cowboys, who open Saturday night at San Diego. But the team still doesn't know when it will find out if he will be fully reinstated by NFL commissioner Roger Goodell for the regular season. "That's at (Goodell's) discretion, and I don't want to do or say anything that would imply that I'm getting anxious or pushy about it," Jerry Jones said Wednesday. Goodell has said only that a decision on "Pacman" would come before the regular season, and could come as late as the week of the Cowboys' opener Sept. 7 at Cleveland.
Analysis: There is no doubt that Jones will single-handedly help the Cowboys' DST in a multitude of ways if he gets on the field. Jones is allowed to practice with Dallas, but remains suspended for the regular season. Right now he has minimal Fantasy value in IDP leagues, though if fully reinstated he'd be worth using as a No. 3 Fantasy DB if you get credit for special-teams play.
News: Adam "Pacman" Jones is already cradling five footballs in his arms when he moves in position to field another punt. Make it six. Dallas Cowboys coach Wade Phillips watches Jones before a training camp practice, shaking his head in amazement when he turns to onlookers standing behind the end zone. Impressive, but still not Jones' record. "Nah, I've done eight," he said. "It's easy to fit in when you've got one," Jones said. "But when you have two or three of them, it just really helps you focus in a little bit more." After missing all last season with Tennessee while serving an NFL suspension, but expecting to be fully reinstated before the Cowboys open the regular season, the multi-catching drill is another way for Jones to get ready to get back in the game. "When we were at (offseason workouts), I was having a couple of problems just because of my repetition," Jones said. "Well, I feel that I'm back to where I was with catching the punts." The Cowboys were willing to take a chance on Jones, acquiring him in April with an exchange of draft picks, in hopes that he could provide depth at cornerback and help in the return game. "Which one do I like the most? Both," Jones said. "Obviously I love touching the ball. ... You get a little bit more joy when you run back a punt or get a touchdown. For the most part I get the same joy on third-and-4 when my receiver can't catch the ball."
Analysis: There is no doubt that Jones will single-handedly help the Cowboys' DST in a multitude of ways if he gets on the field. Jones is allowed to practice with Dallas, but remains suspended for the regular season. According to a press release by the NFL, "a final determination on his reinstatement for the 2008 regular season will be made by September 1." Right now he has minimal Fantasy value in IDP leagues, though if fully reinstated he'd be worth using as a No. 3 Fantasy DB if you get credit for special-teams play.
News: With Terrell Owens lined up opposite him, Adam Jones was waving his arms in the air to spur on the already energized crowd before the ball was snapped. Then Owens blew past the smiling cornerback. During that one-on-one drill Sunday, the highlight on the third day of the Dallas Cowboys' training camp, Owens made a double move to break past the player who wants to be formerly known as "Pacman." Tony Romo's long pass hit Owens in stride for what would have been a touchdown. Owens spiked the ball when he crossed the goal line. As he jogged back toward the huddle, Owens waved his arms in the air, drawing an even louder response and chants of "T-O!, T-O!" "I love to compete. Today, he had his day," Jones said. "Yesterday, I had my day. We'll see how it goes. One thing about it, we're going to compete every day."
Analysis: After missing last season serving an NFL suspension while with Tennessee, Jones is trying to match up against Owens as much as possible during drills. When the Cowboys were in pads for the first time Saturday, the two went against each other several times, both having success. "I think I'm the best. He thinks he's the best, so that will make us better. I know on Sunday my job will be a whole lot easier," Jones said. "It helps me a lot. T.O. is a world-class athlete. ... I'm enjoying myself and I'm getting better every day." Jones is allowed to practice with Dallas, but remains suspended for the regular season. According to a press release by the NFL, "a final determination on his reinstatement for the 2008 regular season will be made by September 1." Right now he has minimal Fantasy value in IDP leagues, though if fully reinstated he'd be worth using as a No. 3 Fantasy DB if you get credit for special-teams play.
News: The NFL announced that Commissioner Roger Goodell told Cowboys CB Pacman Jones that he could be reinstated to participate in club OTAs, minicamps, training camp and preseason games. However, Jones is still suspended for regular-season play. According to a press release by the NFL, "a final determination on his reinstatement for the 2008 regular season will be made by September 1. Commissioner Goodell told Jones that his continued participation in the NFL depends on demonstrating that he can conduct himself in a lawful and reliable manner. Jones will be expected to continue the personal conduct program established for him by the NFL and the Cowboys and to avoid further adverse involvement with law enforcement."
Analysis: Jones, who turns 25 in September, had three punt return touchdowns and was also a valuable contributor on defense in 2006. However, he has been arrested six times and has been at or near a dozen police investigations since being drafted with the sixth pick overall in the 2005 draft. Most recently, Jones owed a Las Vegas casino $20,000, something that the NFL surely noticed but didn't think was too serious of an issue since they've allowed him back to an extent. Right now he has minimal Fantasy value in IDP leagues, though if fully reinstated he'd be worth using as a No. 3 Fantasy DB if you get credit for special-teams play.
News: Pending a physical, the Cowboys and Titans have agreed to a deal that will send CB Adam "Pacman" Jones from Tennessee to Dallas in exchange for a fourth-round pick. Jones is currently suspended for violating the NFL's Personal Conduct Policy as he has been arrested six times and has been at or near a dozen police investigations since being drafted by the Titans with the sixth pick overall in the 2005 draft. As part of the trade agreement, if Jones' suspension is not lifted, the Titans will give a 2009 draft choice to Dallas.
Analysis: Keep in mind that Jones is still suspended and may not be reinstated by commissioner Roger Goodell anytime soon. Jones, who turns 25 in September, had three punt return touchdowns and was also a valuable contributor on defense in 2006. However, he has been arrested six times and has been at or near a dozen police investigations since being drafted with the sixth pick overall in the 2005 draft. Most recently, Jones used an Alford plea to settle a felony obstruction of an officer charge in Fayette County, Ga., stemming from a 2006 arrest he failed to report to the Titans or the NFL. Keep an eye on what develops with Jones, but right now he has minimal Fantasy value in IDP leagues.
News: Suspended Titans cornerback Pacman Jones said Tuesday he's delayed filing for reinstatement with the NFL until a possible trade is worked out. Jones told the Michael Irvin Show in Dallas that he had planned to seek reinstatement but changed his mind for now. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell suspended Jones for the 2007 season for his off-field conduct, which includes six arrests since being drafted. Goodell rejected appeals to let Jones take part in training camp or return after 10 games. The suspension does not stop the Titans from trading Jones' contract. "I was going to file for reinstatement, but I didn't," Jones said. "I want the situation to work out, if it be a trade or if it don't be a trade and I go back to Tennessee, before I file for reinstatement with the commissioner. Not that I haven't done everything (to gain reinstatement) - because I think I have done everything - but if I haven't done anything, it gives (Goodell) time to tell me what I haven't done."
Analysis: Keep in mind that Jones is still suspended and may not be reinstated by commissioner Roger Goodell anytime soon. Jones, who turns 25 in September, had three punt return touchdowns and was also a valuable contributor on defense in 2006. However, he has been arrested six times and has been at or near a dozen police investigations since being drafted by the Titans with the sixth pick overall in the 2005 draft. Most recently, Jones used an Alford plea to settle a felony obstruction of an officer charge in Fayette County, Ga., stemming from a 2006 arrest he failed to report to the Titans or the NFL. Keep an eye on what develops with Jones, but right now he has minimal Fantasy value in IDP leagues.
News: The Tennessean reports that a deal involving troubled CB Pacman Jones going from Tennessee to Dallas for a draft pick is close to happening according to Jones' agent. As of last week, the deal was off because the Cowboys wouldn't agree to compensation.
Analysis: Keep in mind that Jones is still suspended and may not be reinstated by commissioner Roger Goodell anytime soon. Jones, who turns 25 in September, had three punt return touchdowns and was also a valuable contributor on defense in 2006. However, he has been arrested six times and has been at or near a dozen police investigations since being drafted by the Titans with the sixth pick overall in the 2005 draft. Most recently, Jones used an Alford plea to settle a felony obstruction of an officer charge in Fayette County, Ga., stemming from a 2006 arrest he failed to report to the Titans or the NFL. Keep an eye on what develops with Jones, but right now he has minimal Fantasy value in IDP leagues.
News: NFL Network reports that a trade between the Titans and Cowboys for suspended CB Pacman Jones is "imminent." The Titans were reportedly looking for a conditional third-round pick, while the Cowboys were offering a late draft selection.
Analysis: Keep in mind that Jones is still suspended and may not be reinstated by commissioner Roger Goodell anytime soon. Jones, who turns 25 in September, had three punt return touchdowns and was also a valuable contributor on defense in 2006. However, he has been arrested six times and has been at or near a dozen police investigations since being drafted by the Titans with the sixth pick overall in the 2005 draft. Most recently, Jones used an Alford plea to settle a felony obstruction of an officer charge in Fayette County, Ga., stemming from a 2006 arrest he failed to report to the Titans or the NFL. Keep an eye on what develops with Jones, but right now he has minimal Fantasy value in IDP leagues.
News: Suspended DB Pacman Jones has been given permission by the Titans to pursue a trade, The Nashville City Paper has reported. The level of interest from any other teams that might be interested in Jones is not known at this time. But by granting the request, it signals that Jones’ days with the Titans are likely over. Jones has been suspended since last April 10, but would not necessarily have to be reinstated by NFL commissioner Roger Goodell before a trade could be finalized, according to the league office.
Analysis: Jones, who turns 25 in September, had three punt return touchdowns in 2006, and was also a valuable contributor on defense for a Tennessee team that rebounded from an 0-5 start to finish 8-8 that season. However, he has been arrested six times and has been at or near a dozen police investigations since being drafted by the Titans with the sixth pick overall in the 2005 draft. Most recently, Jones used an Alford plea to settle a felony obstruction of an officer charge in Fayette County, Ga., stemming from a 2006 arrest he failed to report to the Titans or the NFL. Keep an eye on what develops with Jones, but right now he has minimal Fantasy value in IDP leagues.
News: The Nashville City Paper reports that NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has extended Adam "Pacman" Jones' suspension for violating the league's personal conduct policy into the preseason. His case won't be reviewed until sometime before the opening of training camp, Goodell wrote in a letter to Jones. Jones is no longer allowed to work out at the Titans' facilities. "The idea is that he continues to meet some sign posts that the commissioner has put out there, and if he meets those over the next however many weeks or months, then he will be allowed to come back and we can petition to let him back in."
Analysis: Goodell suspended the sixth pick overall in the 2005 draft for the season in April 2007 for his off-the-field actions that led to him being arrested six times since being picked, including two arrests in Georgia in 2006 that the Titans did not learn about until 2007. Ultimately, expect Jones to not be a Fantasy factor anytime soon.
News:The Tennessean reports that the Titans are considering their options with CB Pacman Jones, whose case is to be reviewed by NFL commissioner Roger Goodell in mid-February. The club is expected to try and trade the troubled cornerback or cut him loose. "We have had internal discussions and a meeting with Jones' representatives since the season concluded," the team said in a statement. "Assuming he is reinstated at some point, which we have received no indication when or if that will occur, we face various decisions. At this point, no decisions have been reached, but in order to have the best information available to us, we did inform his representation that, at some point, we would investigate all of our options. We will not comment otherwise until the suspension has ended and we have reached conclusions about his future with the club."
Analysis: Goodell suspended the sixth pick overall in the 2005 draft for the season in April for his off-the-field actions that led to him being arrested six times since being picked, including two arrests in Georgia in 2006 that the Titans did not learn about until 2007. Ultimately, expect Jones to not be a Fantasy factor anytime soon.
News: A woman is seeking an arrest warrant against suspended Titans cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones, claiming he punched her at an Atlanta strip club. Fulton County Magistrate Court officials told The Associated Press on Tuesday that Wanda S. Jackson asked for the warrant after a Jan. 3 altercation at the Body Tap Strip Club. Jackson, an attorney, says in her filing that she was in the club's office when an angry Jones accused managers of stealing his money and bracelet. "I was sitting in the office and he lunged at me numerous times in an effort to do grave bodily harm," Jackson wrote in the warrant application filed Jan. 7. "Veronica Jones, an owner, went into the hall to deal with a member of his entourage. I followed to gawk. He was in the hall, surprisingly reached over or around a security guard and sucker punched me in my left eye."
Analysis: Jones' attorney Manny Arora said no warrant has been issued against his client. Last month Jones pleaded no contest to a disorderly conduct charge related to a strip club shooting in Las Vegas that left one man paralyzed. Jones has been arrested six times since being drafted sixth overall in 2005, including two arrests in Georgia in 2006 that the Titans did not learn about until 2007. Jones was suspended for the 2007 season by NFL commissioner Roger Goodell in April. Ultimately, expect Jones' suspension to continue if he is charged with a crime here.
News: The NFL rejected an appeal by the players' union Thursday on behalf of suspended Titans cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell turned down Jones' request for leniency Nov. 6. The NFL Players' Association appealed that ruling as excessive and had a hearing by telephone Dec. 14. But Jones must serve the final two games of his seasonlong suspension. "Commissioner Goodell notified Adam Jones today that his suspension for the 2007 season will not be modified," the league said in a statement. "Once the Titans have concluded their 2007 season, Jones may begin limited activities at the club's facility and, assuming no further problems, will be eligible to participate fully in Tennessee's off-season workout program."
Analysis: Goodell suspended the sixth pick overall in the 2005 draft for the season in April. Las Vegas police said Jones incited a strip club fight that led to a triple shooting Feb. 19, leaving one man paralyzed. He pleaded no contest in early December to a disorderly conduct charge, agreeing to a year probation, random drug testing, community service and anger management classes. Jones has been arrested six times since being drafted, including two arrests in Georgia in 2006 that the Titans did not learn about until 2007. Charges in two other cases are pending. A felony obstruction charge in Georgia from February 2006 is on a court docket for March, and public intoxication and disorderly conduct charges in Tennessee from August 2006 are on a court docket for Jan. 3. Jones will not be back on the field until 2008 at the earliest.
News: The NFL will hear the appeal by the players' union on behalf of suspended Titans cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones by telephone on Friday. A person familiar with details of Jones' appeal told The Associated Press of the hearing, but requested anonymity because the scheduling has not been officially announced. Commissioner Roger Goodell declined to ease Jones' season-long suspension Nov. 6, and the NFL Players' Association appealed that decision a couple days later. But the union's appeal has been limited because Jones dropped his own appeal in June. The NFL declined to comment when asked if the appeal would be heard Friday. Union officials did not return several messages from The Associated Press. They realize their appeal has little chance of success, especially with the hearing coming with only two weeks left in the 2007 season.
Analysis: Jones' status in the NFL will be reviewed by league officials once the Titans' season ends. The Titans (7-6) remain in contention for their first playoff berth since 2003. Goodell suspended the sixth pick overall in the 2005 draft for the 2007 season in April, a move that followed Jones being tabbed by Las Vegas police for inciting a strip club fight that led to a triple shooting Feb. 19, leaving one man paralyzed. Jones has been arrested six times since being drafted, including two arrests in Georgia in 2006 that the Titans did not learn about until 2007. He reached a plea deal last month in Las Vegas, settling two felony counts of coercion into a gross misdemeanor. Continue to keep Jones out of active Fantasy lineups until further notice.
News: Suspended NFL player Adam "Pacman" Jones pleaded no contest Thursday to a reduced charge in a Las Vegas strip club triple shooting that left a man paralyzed. The Tennessee Titans cornerback appeared in Clark County District Court to take a plea deal that officials said will get him probation in return for his testimony about the gunman who opened fire outside the club at the end of NBA All-Star weekend in February. The 24-year-old Jones, who is seeking reinstatement to the Titans, received one year of probation for agreeing not to contest a charge of conspiracy to commit disorderly conduct, a gross misdemeanor. Prosecutors dropped two charges of coercion, a felony carrying a possible sentence of one to six years in prison.
Analysis: Clark County prosecutor Victoria Villegas has said authorities hope Jones can help identify the gunman. Defense attorney Robert Langford has declined to say if Jones knows the shooter's identity. No one has been charged in the shooting, and Las Vegas police have not linked Jones to the gunfire. Police have instead called Jones the instigator of the melee that broke out inside the club after he showered dancers with dollar bills pulled from a black plastic trash bag -- a stunt known as "making it rain." Under the plea deal, Jones will receive a suspended one-year jail sentence, must attend an anger management program, complete 200 hours of community service within a year and submit to random drug testing. Continue to keep Jones out of active Fantasy lineups until further notice.
News: Suspended Titans DB Pacman Jones is expected to take a plea deal Tuesday that will get him probation in return for testimony about a Las Vegas strip club triple shooting, his lawyer said. Jones intends to plead no contest to one charge of conspiracy to commit disorderly conduct, a gross misdemeanor, in return for a promise to suspend a sentence of one year in county jail, according to a written plea agreement obtained by The Associated Press.
Analysis: Jones is suspended for the year, although the NFLPA is still appealing that, but at least it doesn't look like he'll miss any time in 2008 while in jail.
News: The NFL Players Association hopes to convince commissioner Roger Goodell to change his mind and reduce the season-long suspension of Titans cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones, a union attorney said Monday. "Our main argument is when you compare Jones' suspension to that of other players whose conduct have fallen under the policy, his discipline is quite severe in comparison," attorney Richard Berthelsen said. The union notified the NFL of its appeal in a letter dated Nov. 8 and asked for a hearing as soon as possible. The NFL declined to comment when asked about the union's appeal Sunday.
Analysis: Goodell originally suspended Jones in April for violating the league's personal conduct policy. At the time, Jones had been arrested five times since the Titans drafted him with the sixth overall pick in the 2005 draft. Obviously, he has no Fantasy value at this time.
News: NFL commissioner Roger Goodell told Titans cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones in April to sit out the 2007 season. On Tuesday, the commissioner informed Jones he still hasn't changed his mind. Jones had met with the commissioner last week in New York, pleading for some leniency and an early return, but the commissioner told Jones his suspension will last through this season, which would include the playoffs if the Titans (6-2) qualify. "He will be eligible to begin working out at the Titans' facility following the conclusion of the team's season," the league said in a statement late Tuesday afternoon.
Analysis: Goodell originally suspended Jones in April for violating the league's personal conduct policy. At the time, Jones had been arrested five times since the Titans drafted him with the sixth overall pick in the 2005 draft. Obviously, he has no Fantasy value at this time.
News: This was the day Adam "Pacman" Jones was to tell NFL commissioner Roger Goodell he's done enough to end his season-long suspension. However, whether the suspended Tennessee Titans cornerback actually met with Goodell in his office Friday was unclear. The NFL declined comment, as did both of Jones' lawyers. Messages left with the union, which had been scheduled to have a representative at the meeting, weren't immediately returned. When Goodell suspended Jones in April, he told the Tennessee cornerback to sit out the 2007 season and only offered to review the case after the Titans had played their 10th game. The meeting wound up being scheduled two weeks early. But this is the same commissioner who didn't ease suspensions for Dallas defensive lineman Tank Johnson or Cincinnati receiver Chris Henry.
Analysis: The Titans are leaving it to the league and didn't have a representative at the meeting. Coach Jeff Fisher declined to discuss Jones' possible early return after practice Friday. He told a newspaper Thursday he thinks the suspension will stand. "My clear understanding is Pac has been suspended for the regular season. That was the commissioner's ruling. I don't think it's uncommon the commissioner would bring those cases up for review," Fisher told The Tennessean. "But that doesn't mean to say he's going to reinstate him." Jones is the only player suspended for the 2007 season by Goodell for violating the personal conduct policy. Fantasy owners shouldn't make a move yet. Wait to hear the outcome before adding Jones in Fantasy leagues.
News: Suspended cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones will meet with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell in New York on Friday about a possible early reinstatement. Goodell suspended the Tennessee cornerback in April for the 2007 season and promised Jones' case could be reviewed after the Titans' 10th game, which is Nov. 19 in Denver. But Friday's meeting will come two days before the Titans' eighth game. The NFL declined to comment. Neither of Jones' two attorneys, Manny Arora of Atlanta, nor Worrick Robinson of Nashville, immediately answered messages left by The Associated Press. The meeting first was reported by The Tennessean.
Analysis: The Titans will not have a representative at the meeting, and Jones will be accompanied by someone from the NFL Players Association. Goodell suspended Jones in April for violating the league's personal conduct policy. At the time, Jones had been arrested five times since being drafted by the Titans with the sixth pick overall in 2005. He was arrested a sixth time in June on charges from a Las Vegas strip club fight. The cornerback told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution in October he thought he had done enough to be reinstated early. "I did pretty much everything Mr. Goodell asked me to do. So all I can do is just wait and go back to speak with him," Jones said. Fantasy owners shouldn't make a move yet. Wait to hear the outcome before adding Jones in Fantasy leagues.
News: A hearing to determine whether suspended NFL cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones will face trial for his alleged role in a strip club melee has been postponed. "Both sides have agreed to put it off," Manny Arora, Jones' lawyer, said Thursday. "I'd imagine they're still investigating the case, and we're working on our part of the case." Jones had been scheduled to appear at a preliminary hearing Monday, when a judge would decide if the case should be bound over for trial in state court. A judge could set a new date to hear evidence against the 24-year-old Tennessee Titan and two companions. The delay could also allow time for the sides to negotiate plea deals. Prosecutor Victoria Villegas said defense lawyers will appear Monday on behalf of their clients, who will not have to attend.
Analysis: Police have not identified a gunman in the wounding of three people outside the Minxx Gentleman's Club minutes after Jones allegedly incited a fracas and threatened employees inside. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell suspended Jones in April for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy for incidents that included five arrests. Jones was arrested a sixth time in June. Goodell will review Jones' case after the Titans' 10th game, scheduled Nov. 19 in Denver. Jones has no Fantasy value for this season and should not be owned in any leagues until further notice.
News: A month away from asking NFL commissioner Roger Goodell to review his season-long suspension from the league, Pacman Jones is a defendant in a lawsuit brought by a man shot and paralyzed after a Las Vegas club fight police accuse the cornerback of starting.
Analysis: Goodell will review the troubled cornerback's case after the Titans' 10th game, which will be played Nov. 19 in Denver. This certainly won't help matters. Jones has no Fantasy value for this season and should not be owned in any leagues until further notice.
News: Suspended Titans DB Adam "Pacman" Jones is not expected to play in the NFL this season, so he keeps looking for new ways to stay busy. First there was wrestling, now it's hip-hop. His National Street League Records, based in Atlanta, announced Wednesday that Jones will team with producer Spoaty in a duo called Posterboyz with their first single "Let it Shine" being released Aug. 27. The song talks about big money, cars and jewelry. This latest venture might cause more problems for Jones with the NFL. Officials are looking into whether or not the record label's name, National Street League Records, infringes on the league's trademark, NFL spokesman Greg Aiello said. Jones has been suspended from the NFL for the 2007 season for violating the league's personal conduct policy by being arrested six times.
Analysis: Jones is suspended for the 2007 season and should not be drafted in any Fantasy leagues.
News: Suspended Titans DB Adam "Pacman" Jones sees himself as an innocent bystander in the Las Vegas strip club fight that led to a triple shooting and left one man paralyzed, and he expects to be vindicated. Las Vegas police identified the Titans cornerback as the "inciter" of the fight around 5 a.m. on Feb. 19 at the Minxx Gentlemen's Club, and he was indicted in June on two counts of coercion.
Analysis: Jones is suspended for the 2007 season and should not be drafted in any Fantasy leagues.
News: Adam "Pacman" Jones can appear at a wrestling show Sunday, with a couple of provisions: The suspended Tennessee Titans cornerback won't be allowed to touch or be touched, use or be hit by any object or anything else that could injure him. That doesn't leave much for Jones. But at least he can be in the building for the Total Nonstop Action Wrestling pay-per-view event. The arrangement was approved by a Tennessee judge Saturday following an agreement among the Titans, Jones' attorney and lawyers for TNA Entertainment.
Analysis: The Titans cornerback is suspended for a year because of several serious legal issues since being drafted in 2005. Jones has no Fantasy value for this season and should not be drafted in any leagues.
News: Suspended NFL player Adam "Pacman" Jones resolved his least serious legal problem Friday when a judge dismissed three traffic citations against the Tennessee Titans cornerback. "I knew the truth would come out in the end," Jones said after a hearing in Williamson County, the Nashville suburb where he owns a home. Jones was pulled over the morning of June 10 in his orange Lamborghini sports car because the tags did not match the vehicle. Sheriff's deputies said he had switched the plate from another vehicle he owns. He was cited with a registration violation, as well as a residency violation for having a Georgia license and failure to show proof of insurance. Jones' attorney, Worrick Robinson, said the charges were dismissed because authorities had incorrect information about the registration and license.
Analysis: The Titans cornerback is suspended for a year because of several serious legal issues since being drafted in 2005. He faces felony coercion charges in connection with a Feb. 19 fight and triple-shooting at a Las Vegas strip club. A misdemeanor charge stemming from an August 2006 nightclub altercation also could be revived against Jones depending on the outcome of the Vegas case. Meanwhile in other news, the Titans have asked a court to prohibit suspended cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones from participating in wrestling. Jones is scheduled to make his debut with Total Nonstop Action Wrestling on Sunday in a pay-per-view event titled "Hard Justice." Citing their contract with Jones, the team said it asked a Tennessee court to intervene in order "to protect our rights in this in this instance." Jones has no Fantasy value for this season and should not be drafted in any leagues.
News: Suspended Tennessee Titans DB Adam "Pacman" Jones is ready to step into the wrestling ring. He signed a contract with Total Nonstop Action Wrestling and will make his in-ring debut on Thursday, the company said Monday. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Jones' NFL contract prohibits non-football activities that could cause injury. Jones' agent said last week that they had talked with the Titans about Jones' plans with TNA.
Analysis: Jones has no Fantasy value for this season and should not be drafted in any leagues.
News: ESPN reports that Commissioner Roger Goodell will not allow suspended CB Pacman Jones to participate in drills at training camp. Jones is suspended for the entire 2007 season.
Analysis: Not a surprise. Unless Pacman is reinstated, which we don't anticipate happening, he should not be drafted in any Fantasy league this year.
News: Titans DB Adam "Pacman" Jones is hoping his suspension doesn't keep him out of training camp or preseason games, his agent said Tuesday. Agent Michael Huyghue said NFL commissioner Roger Goodell never ruled out training camp or preseason games when he suspended the cornerback for the 2007 season for his off-field conduct. Jones can have his case reviewed after the Titans' 10th game. "Now we're optimistic that Pac will get to participate in training camp and play in preseason games," Huyghue said. "We don't want to get ahead of ourselves. That's a determination the commissioner is going to make."
Analysis: Unless Pacman is reinstated, which we don't anticipate happening, he should not be drafted in any Fantasy league.
News: Suspended NFL player Adam "Pacman" Jones surrendered and was released on $20,000 bail early Friday on felony charges in a strip club melee that preceded a triple shooting. Jones is scheduled to return for a July 27 appearance in Las Vegas Justice Court, his lawyer Robert Langford said Friday. A booking photograph released by police showed the Tennessee Titans cornerback cut his hair, shedding his distinctive dreadlocks. He will plead not guilty to two felony charges of coercion stemming from allegations he threatened to kill strip club employees and that he bit a bar bouncer, his lawyer said.
Analysis: The charges in Las Vegas have cast more doubt on Jones' playing status with the Titans. Since he was drafted in April 2005, he has been arrested six times -- although he has not been convicted of any crimes. Jones has been involved in at least 11 separate police investigations, authorities say, and is currently sought by Atlanta-area police for questioning in a shooting early Monday after a fight at a strip club there. He should not be owned in any Fantasy league at this point.
News: Suspended NFL player Adam "Pacman" Jones will face two felony charges in a strip club melee that preceded a triple shooting in February, Las Vegas police and the Clark County District Attorney's office said Wednesday. Two other people previously identified by police as friends of the troubled Tennessee cornerback also will face felony charges in the fracas inside the Minxx club, police said in a statement. Since Jones was drafted by the Titans in April 2005, police have interviewed him in 10 separate incidents. He has been arrested five times; he hasn't been convicted of any crimes. Jones was being sought by police this week for questioning about a shooting early Monday involving members of his entourage after a fight at an Atlanta strip club.
Analysis: The 23-year-old Jones, of Franklin, Tenn., faces two counts of felony coercion stemming from allegations he threatened to kill club employees and bit a bar bouncer on the ankle, according to a criminal complaint filed in Clark County District Court. He should not be owned in any Fantasy league at this point.
News: Suspended NFL player Adam "Pacman" Jones was being sought by police for questioning about a shooting early Monday involving members of his entourage after a fight at an Atlanta strip club. Jones, a DB for the Titans on suspension following a melee and shooting at a Las Vegas strip club, his group and three other people got into a fight, apparently over a woman, at a club around 4 a.m. After everyone involved left the strip club - the three people in one car, and Jones and his entourage in three other cars - someone in Jones' group shot at the car, and the others returned fire.
Analysis: The Jones saga continues. Jones agreed last week not to appeal the suspension. The 23-year-old player could be reinstated after 10 games for good behavior if he adheres to conditions set by Goodell and is not arrested again. Missing the entire season would cost him his salary of nearly $1.3 million. He has no Fantasy value as of now.
News: Titans cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones withdrew the appeal of his suspension Tuesday and will serve the one-year term imposed by NFL commissioner Roger Goodell. Goodell suspended Jones on April 10 for a series of off-field episodes. He has been interviewed by police 10 times and been arrested five times since he was drafted in 2005. Jones and his attorneys appealed the suspension May 11. It could be reduced to 10 games if Jones meets all the restrictions set by Goodell. Huyghue said Jones intended to keep working out and would go back to school, taking courses online from West Virginia University, where he played. "Last week, I asked for an opportunity to meet privately with commissioner Goodell," Jones said in a statement. "I met with him earlier today to tell him about the steps I have taken to change my life since being suspended by the NFL. I accept the discipline that's been imposed on me and I am withdrawing my appeal."
Analysis: Jones will have no Fantasy value in 2007 and should not be owned in any league. Unless he's able to appeal this decision and somehow get reinstated, he will miss the season and try to return in 2008.
News: The NFL Players Association is supporting Titans DB Adam "Pacman" Jones' appeal for leniency to league commissioner Roger Goodell. "Your suspension of Jones without pay for the entire 2007 season is clearly excessive and much greater than discipline imposed upon other players for the same or similar incidents," the NFLPA said in a letter to Goodell May 23. The union generally supports players when they are disciplined by the league or teams - it's a standard part of protecting players' jobs. Two years ago, it took Terrell Owens' suspension by the Philadelphia Eagles to arbitration.Goodell suspended Jones April 10 for a series of off-field incidents in two seasons with the Titans. Jones and his attorneys appealed the suspension May 11; Goodell has not issued a decision on the appeal.
Analysis: It is unknown if the support from the player's union will help, but it's likely Jones will remain suspended, which would mean he has no Fantasy value in 2007.
News: Nashville police ticketed Titans cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones for speeding four days before his meeting with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell to appeal his season-long suspension. Jones was stopped at 12:45 a.m. Monday on Interstate 65 heading into downtown after an officer clocked him on radar at 79 mph in a 55 mph zone. He was driving the 2004 Cadillac XLT sportscar he bought at police auction last fall with "PAC-MAN" embroidered into the seats. Police spokesman Don Aaron said Friday that Jones also was cited for not having a driver's license with him.
Analysis: The cornerback was in New York on Friday to meet with Goodell for the second time since April 3. The commissioner needed a week after the first hearing to suspend Jones for the 2007 season for conduct detrimental to the NFL. Jones called that penalty too harsh and appealed to Goodell for leniency. Jones will have no Fantasy value in 2007 and should not be owned in any league. Unless he's able to appeal this decision and somehow get reinstated, he will miss the season and try to return in 2008.
News: Titans cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones will meet with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell on May 11 to appeal his season-long suspension. This will be the second time Jones will meet with Goodell since April 3. The commissioner needed only a week after that hearing to suspend Jones for the 2007 season, with a chance to have his case reviewed after the Titans' 10th game. Jones, who sent in his appeal last weekend, has said his punishment was a little too harsh. The suspension came for conduct detrimental to the league, after Jones was questioned by police in 10 separate incidents and was arrested five times since the Titans drafted him in April 2005.
Analysis: The Titans have said Jones must clean up his off-field behavior while they try to decide if they want to keep him. They used their top draft pick on Texas safety Michael Griffin last weekend, and he worked at cornerback Friday at rookie orientation. Jones will have no Fantasy value in 2007 and should not be owned in any league. Unless he's able to appeal this decision and somehow get reinstated, he will miss the season and try to return in 2008.
News: Titans DB Adam "Pacman" Jones said Friday night he will appeal his season-long suspension and thinks NFL commissioner Roger Goodell made him the league's poster boy for disciplining players. "I think it was a little bit harsh," Jones said on ESPN. "I expected the suspension, but for a whole year for a guy that hadn't been charged with nothing? I really didn't agree with it. But for the most part, I'm taking it like a man. I'm going to appeal it. We'll see what the future brings." Any appeal would be heard and decided by Goodell.
Analysis: Titans owner Bud Adams said Tuesday they weren't sure they want Jones back unless he changes his behavior and avoids controversy off the field. For now, keep Jones reserved in all Fantasy leagues.
News: The Titans know they won't have cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones for the upcoming season. That doesn't mean they have decided if they want him back once his suspension ends. The talented cornerback has been a public relations problem from the moment the Titans made him the sixth overall pick and the first defensive player taken in the April 2005 draft. Jones has alienated fans with his off-field problems - he has talked to police 10 different times with five arrests, which doesn't include the investigation into a Las Vegas strip club fight Feb. 19 that resulted in a triple-shooting. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell announced on Tuesday that he is suspending Jones for the 2007 season. The Titans haven't yet decided what to do when Jones returns.
Analysis: Losing Jones hurts the Titans on the field. The 5-foot-10 cornerback is their most gifted defensive player and one of the two best return men in franchise history. Jones, who led the NFL in average punt return yardage last season, tied Billy "White Shoes" Johnson's 1975 franchise record by returning three punts for touchdowns in 2006. Jones had four interceptions last season, including two that keyed the Titans' comeback from a 21-0, fourth-quarter deficit against the New York Giants on Nov. 26.
News: Adam "Pacman" Jones of Tennessee was suspended Tuesday for the 2007 NFL season. "It is a privilege to represent the NFL, not a right," NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said in a statement announcing the suspensions. "These players and all members of our league have to make the right choices and decisions in their conduct on a consistent basis." Jones' off-field conduct has included 10 incidents where he was interviewed by police. The most recent took place in Las Vegas during the NBA All-Star weekend. Las Vegas police have recommended felony and misdemeanor charges against Jones after a fight and shooting at a strip club that paralyzed one man.
Analysis: Jones will have no Fantasy value in 2007 and should not be owned in any league. Unless he's able to appeal this decision and somehow get reinstated, he will miss the season and try to return in 2008.
News: Commissioner Roger Goodell is expected to suspend Titans DB Pacman Jones soon for his multiple off-the-field issues, according to the The Tennessean. Predictions on the length of the suspension have ranged from a few games to the entire season. Jones stands to lose up to $181,900 for each game he's suspended — roughly $76,000 in base salary and a possible $105,900 if the Titans withhold prorated bonus money. So a six-game suspension could cost Jones more than $1 million. In the third year of his contract with the Titans, Jones is scheduled to make a little more than $1.292 million in 2007. He'll lose one-seventeenth of his salary — roughly $76,000 — each game he's suspended.
Analysis: Jones has been arrested five times in 10 run-ins with the law since entering the NFL but has yet to be convicted of anything. If he's suspended, he would lose significant Fantasy value, so continue to monitor his status.
News: NFL commissioner Roger Goodell and league officials met with Adam "Pacman" Jones Tuesday as the Tennessee Titans' cornerback attempted to avoid a long suspension following a series of arrests. Goodell and his staff also met with Cincinnati wide receiver Chris Henry and members of the NFL Players Association executive board as he prepared a tougher policy on NFL players who violate the law. Goodell has said he will announce his decision on suspensions or other disciplinary action before the draft on April 28 and perhaps in the next 10 days. "It went pretty good, to have the chance to meet the commissioner face to face," Henry told The Cincinnati Enquirer. "I just wanted to explain my situation to the commissioner and move on. I told him I was learning from my mistakes and how to handle myself in a better manner."
Analysis: Expect both players to be suspended for part (or all) of the 2007 season. Jones is considered a low-end DB option in deeper IDP leagues while Henry is expected to be a good No. 3 or 4 Fantasy WR when he is active.
News: Titans CB Pacman Jones and Bengals WR Chris Henry are scheduled to meet with commissioner Roger Goodell on Tuesday to discuss their off-field infractions. Both players have been arrested several times since they've been in the NFL, and Goodell wants to enforce a stronger player conduct policy. "I look at this as a step in the process to make sure we're making the smart decision for the player, for the NFL and for the team," Goodell said before the meeting.
Analysis: Expect both players to be suspended for part (or all) of the 2007 season. Jones is considered a low-end DB option in deeper IDP leagues while Henry is expected to be a good No. 3 or 4 Fantasy WR.
News: Adam "Pacman" Jones will meet with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell on April 3 to discuss the Tennessee Titans cornerback's run-ins with the law. A person within the league familiar with Jones' situation told The Associated Press on Tuesday that a hearing will occur next Tuesday. That person requested anonymity because the hearing has not been announced. Goodell is unlikely to make any decision on a suspension or fine at that time, because the commissioner's new, stricter player conduct policy has not been completed. The hearing was first reported by the NFL Network. Jones has been arrested 10 times since coming into the NFL and his latest dilemma stems from an incident at a Las Vegas night club.
Analysis: Pacman is heading for a suspension, if not an outright release from the Titans. He may be an appealing name for owners to spend a draft choice on in IDP leagues, but he doesn't put up enough tackles to warrant use in standard individual defender formats. Consider him a No. 3 DB at best in 2007 -- and that's if he's actually playing in 2007.
News: A Georgia judge agreed to delay a court appearance for Tennessee Titans cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones to give his attorneys time to determine how the NFL might react to a potential plea agreement. Jones was charged in February 2006 with felony obstruction of police. Fayette County prosecutor Scott Ballard said he has no intentions of dismissing the case that involved Jones biting an officer between his thumb and index finger. Ballard said Tuesday that Jones' court appearance in Georgia will be delayed at least until May 14. "My understanding is they needed some time to access the impact of certain sentences they would get with ... the NFL," he said. "In other words, if he's convicted and receives this sentence, how would the NFL react to that? If he gets this other sentence, how would the NFL react to that?"
Analysis: Pacman is heading for a suspension, if not an outright release from the Titans. He may be an appealing name for owners to spend a draft choice on in IDP leagues, but he doesn't put up enough tackles to warrant use in standard individual defender formats. Consider him a No. 3 DB at best in 2007 -- and that's if he's actually playing in 2007.
News: Tennessee cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones is scheduled to appear in court in Georgia later this month on obstruction charges from an incident with police last year, The Tennessean reported Wednesday night. Jones, who has been staying with family and friends near his hometown of Atlanta, was recently accused of being involved in a fight at a Las Vegas strip club that ended in the shootings of two bouncers and a customer. Police have not named any suspects in the case and no one has been charged. The Tennessean also reported that Jones was arrested and charged with marijuana possession in the same county a month later, but the charges were later dismissed.
Analysis: Pacman is heading for a suspension, if not an outright release from the Titans. He may be an appealing name for owners to spend a draft choice on in IDP leagues, but he doesn't put up enough tackles to warrant use in standard individual defender formats. Consider him a No. 3 DB at best in 2007 -- and that's if he's actually playing in 2007.
News: Adam "Pacman" Jones, entangled in a triple shooting at a Las Vegas strip club, might not be on the Tennessee Titans' roster next season. Mike Reinfeldt, the team's new general manager, was asked at the NFL Combine about Jones' status after reports of the cornerback's involvement in the mayhem. He replied: "I would assume there is that potential." he Titans have declined to comment on Jones' episode and coach Jeff Fisher tried to avoid questions on Jones by starting with an explanation of why he couldn't comment.
Analysis: Jones may be an appealing name for owners to spend a draft choice on in IDP leagues, but he doesn't put up enough tackles to warrant use in standard individual defender formats. Consider him a No. 3 DB at best in 2007.
News: Adam "Pacman" Jones had quite a season for himself in his second year in the NFL, finishing first in the league in punt returns and tying a franchise record originally set in 1975. Now he needs to learn not to be his own worst enemy, coach Jeff Fisher says. Jones understands a strong offseason is essential after playing well, Fisher said. The cornerback out of West Virginia led the NFL with 12.9 yards per punt return, and he returned three punts for touchdowns, including an 81-yarder Sunday in the 40-23 loss to New England. "The only way that that can be taken away from him is to have an issue off the field," Fisher said. Jones, the sixth pick overall in 2005, started 15 games this season, but was suspended by Fisher against Jacksonville on Nov. 5 after being charged with misdemeanor assault for allegedly spitting on a woman at a nightclub. Fisher said Jones understands where he is in his career. Jones wound up as an alternate for the AFC Pro Bowl roster at returner and was second on the team with four interceptions, including an 83-yard pick returned for a fourth TD.
Analysis: Expect Jones to be a No. 1 or 2 DB in IDP leagues and consider him a solid player for the Titans ST unit.
News: Notable Titans defenders from Week 16 include: LB Keith Bulluck (eight total tackles), DB Reynaldo Hill (six solo tackles, interception), FS Chris Hope (five total tackles, interception), DT Albert Haynesworth (two solo tackles, sack), DE Travis LaBoy (one tackle, one sack) and DT Randy Starks (two total tackles, one sack). Pacman Jones had seven total tackles and zero receptions.
Analysis: Only Bulluck, Hope and Jones are useful Fantasy options for Week 17 vs. the Patriots.
News: Notable Titans defenders from Week 15 include: FS Chris Hope (10 total tackles, interception-return for TD), LB Keith Bulluck (10 total tackles, sack), LB David Thornton (nine total tackles, forced fumble), LB Stephen Tullock (11 total tackles), DE Kyle Vanden Bosch (five total tackles, 1.5 sacks), CB Pacman Jones (14 yards receiving; four total tackles, one-half sack, interception-return for TD) and DB Cortland Finnegan (two solo tackles, fumble recovery-return for TD).
Analysis: The Titans really have the pieces in place for a solid defense. Hope, Bulluck, Thornton, Vanden Bosch and Jones are worth using in IDP league play at Buffalo in Week 16.
News: Notable Titans performers from Week 14 at Houston include: RB Chris Brown (44 rush yards), CB Pacman Jones (1 rush yard; four tackles and a sack on defense), FB Ahmard Hall (minus-1 yard rushing, 29 receiving yards, fumble), WR Brandon Jones (33 receiving yards), WR Bobby Wade (17 receiving yards), TE Ben Hartsock (9-yard catch), TE Bo Scaife (8 receiving yards) and TE Casey Cramer (2 receiving yards).
Analysis: Brandon Jones and Bo Scaife are low-end options in Fantasy play, but for the most part these players can be ignored in standard Fantasy play. The Titans play vs. Jacksonville in Week 15.
News: Notable Titans players who helped in their Week 13 win vs. Indy include: RB LenDale White (35 rush yards, 2-yard catch), RB Ahmard Hall (13 rush yards, 20 receiving yards), TE Bo Scaife (31 receiving yards), WR Courtney Roby (21-yard catch), WR Bobby Wade (18-yard catch), TE Ben Hartsock (16-yard catch) and a 17-yard catch for Pacman Jones (who also had eight total tackles).
Analysis: Most of these players are fringe or low-end options in Fantasy play, though Scaife and Wade are definite sleepers for Week 14 at Houston. Jones should remain used only in IDP leagues; White should be owned in all keeper leagues.
News: The Titans DST got two touchdowns against the Eagles. DB Pacman Jones had a 90-yard punt return for a score. And LB Keith Bullock scored on a 16-yard fumble recovery. Bullock had eight tackles, and Jones added three. DB Chris Hope had eight tackles. LB David Thornton had eight tackles. DL Kyle Vanden Bosch had three tackles. LB Stephen Tulloch had three tackles and an interception. DL Randy Starks had a fumble recovery and one tackle.
Analysis: Despite the scores, the Titans are not a recommended start in Week 12 against the Giants. Use all IDP players as needed though.
News: The Nashville Tennessean reports that Titans CB Pacman Jones is back with the team after being suspended for one game by head coach Jeff Fisher. "He is back now and will be participating 100 percent in what we do," Fisher said.
Analysis: Jones is not a popular option in Fantasy IDP leagues. Keep him off rosters except in the deepest of leagues in Week 10 play.
News: Notable inactives for Week 9's TEN-JAC game include Titans RB Chris Brown, CB Pacman Jones, TE Ben Hartsock, LB Rob Reynolds, WR Jonathan Orr, WR David Givens and DE Antwan Odom. WR Brandon Jones will start for Givens. For Jacksonville, QB Byron Leftwich (No. 3 QB), CB Terry Cousin, RB LaBrandon Toefield, CB Ahmad Carroll, RB Derrick Wimbush, DE Brent Hawkins and DT Marcus Stroud are inactive. David Garrard will start at QB.
Analysis: Armed with this information, keep all inactive players off Fantasy rosters.
News: The Titans suspended cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones on Wednesday for one game as punishment for his long list of off-field incidents. Jones won't play Sunday against Jacksonville. Coach Jeff Fisher said after practice that Jones also will be fined what he called "significant financial ... considerations." The loss of one game check would be $49,558, and Jones also faces potential punishment from the NFL for violating its personal conduct policy. The latest police problem for Jones, occurred before Week 8. He wasn't cited for misdemeanor assault until the day before the game, and Fisher, who called the incident "very disturbing," took extra time to discuss how to punish Jones. Krystal Webb, 21, had Jones cited for an incident at a private party last Thursday at a nightclub. The police report states that Jones became verbally abusive and "spit a huge amount of mucus on Ms. Webb's face and hair, which she preserved for evidence."
Analysis: Owners who were leaning on Jones in deeper IDP leagues should either bench him or cut him. The Titans defense will miss Jones in Week 9 vs. Jacksonville.
News: Titans coach Jeff Fisher said Monday he hopes to announce disciplinary action against DB Pacman Jones for his latest off-field incident by Wednesday when the Titans return to practice. It's expected that Jones will be suspended for the Jacksonville game and beyond. The maximum suspension the Titans can administer for conduct detrimental to the team is four games. Fisher said just because Jones had perhaps his best NFL game in Sunday's 28-22 victory over the Texans — an interception and a punt return for a touchdown — it won't earn him a pass. "That is what I expect out of him every week. He did not go out and buy himself some time or anything from me,'' Fisher said. "That is what we drafted him here for, to do those kinds of things. He met expectations on the field (Sunday) but he has not met expectations off the field.'' On Saturday, Metro Police cited Jones for misdemeanor assault after a TSU student accused the cornerback of spitting in her face following a verbal altercation at a downtown nightclub last Thursday at 1 a.m. If Jones is suspended, it opens a door for Andre Woolfolk. Jones was the team's first-round pick in 2005, Woolfolk in 2003. Woolfolk has 11 NFL starts, but none since Oct. 23, 2005, at Arizona. He lost his job midway through the season and has battled injuries throughout his NFL career. He's played primarily on special teams this season. Second-year pro Reynaldo Hill will remain at right cornerback. Fisher said he plans to leave rookie Cortland Finnegan at nickel back, and indicated second-year pro Eric King would get extra reps at outside cornerback as well.
Analysis: This is awful news for Jones owners, especially since Jones had an interception against Houston in Week 8 and also returned a punt 53 yards for a touchdown. Keep him reserved in all leagues if he is suspended and continue to monitor the situation.
News: Titans DB Pacman Jones had seven tackles and an interception against Houston and also returned a punt 53 yards for a touchdown.
Analysis: Jones is a good DB in all IDP leagues and should be started in Week 9 against Jacksonville.
News: Tennessee Titans cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones was issued a citation Saturday for misdemeanor assault after a Tennessee State student accused him of spitting in her face at a nightclub. Nashville police spokesman Don Aaron said the citation was delivered to Jones without incident. Jones is accused of spitting in the face of Krystal Webb, 21, after a verbal exchange at Club Mystic about 1 a.m. Thursday during a private party.
Analysis: Jones is listed as questionable for Week 8 at Houston with an undisclosed illness, but it appears he has gotten over it since he was out clubbing early Saturday morning. Jones isn't making many friends in Tennessee and isn't making many Fantasy IDP players happy. He has yet to get his first career interception and he has played more than a season and a half. For those who were holding out that Jones would develop into a nice Fantasy DB will have to wait a little longer. Use caution when playing Jones.
News: Titans DB Adam "Pacman" Jones (illness) is listed as questionable for Week 8 vs. Houston.
Analysis: Jones isn't making many friends in Tennessee and isn't making many Fantasy IDP players happy. He has yet to get his first career interception and he has played more than a season and a half. For those who were holding out that Jones would develop into a nice Fantasy DB will have to wait a little longer. Use caution when playing Jones.
News: DB Pacman Jones has played well in coverage for the Titans, but he's hardly had the big bearing on games he and the team imagined through the team's first four games. He's got no interceptions, and the team has just one. To top it off, Jones showed no feel for the context of the situation Sunday after Albert Haynesworth kicked defenseless Cowboy Andre Gurode in the head. Jones some how put Haynesworth's action in the category of "that's football." "Albert got frustrated, he let his actions take over," Jones said. "But that's football, man, I don't fault Albert for not one reason. That's football." To make matter worse, Jones was not the least bit delicate when he chose his words in talking about the Titans' lack of heart, saying the team needed "more thugs."
Analysis: Jones isn't making many friends in Tennessee and isn't making many Fantasy IDP players happy. He has yet to get his first career interception and he has played in more than 16 games. For those who were holding out that Jones would develop into a nice Fantasy DB will have to wait a little longer. Until he gets his head in the game, keep him reserved until the matchup is favorable. You might consider playing him in Week 5 against the pass-happy Colts, but he has faced them before and hasn't got a pick.
News: Titans DB Pacman Jones had three tackles against the Dolphins.
Analysis: Jones is a good No. 3 DB in all IDP Fantasy leagues against Dallas in Week 4.
News: Titans cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones will return to play at Green Bay in the Titans' preseason finale after being benched last week for his arrest on public intoxication and disorderly conduct charges.
Analysis: Jones has been involved in several off-the-field incidents since joining the Titans and has been a massive headache for head coach Jeff Fisher and the whole front office, leading to rumors about the Titans trying to trade him. He should be back with Tennessee in 2006, but his talent is shadowed by his off-field issues. Consider him a lesser No. 2 Fantasy DB with the potential to deliver like a No. 1.
News: Tennessee Titans cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones was arrested outside a bar early Friday and charged with disorderly conduct and public intoxication. Officers saw Jones arguing loudly with a woman outside a nightclub where a rap concert had been held, according to the police report. The 22-year-old Jones was described by police as slurring his speech, having bloodshot eyes and smelling strongly of alcohol. The arrest came the day after the Titans broke training camp. Jones was arguing with a woman he accused of stealing his wallet inside the club and passing it to one of her friends, according to police. Officers said they ordered Jones to leave several times, but he refused and continued to shout profanities. Jones was released from custody in lieu of $750 bond.
Analysis: Jones has been involved in several off-the-field incidents since joining the Titans and has been a massive headache for head coach Jeff Fisher and the whole front office, leading to rumors about the Titans trying to trade him. He should be back with Tennessee in 2006, but his talent is shadowed by his off-field issues. Consider him a lesser No. 2 Fantasy DB with the potential to deliver like a No. 1.
News: The Tennessean caught up with CB Pacman Jones and discovered why he isn't practicing in Tennessee with the rest of the Titans. "I can't even breathe in Tennessee," Jones said. "Everybody acts like I killed somebody or something. Everything that's happened, it's either been a rumor or I wasn't involved. But I've been a target ever since I've been there. ... It seems like everyone wants me to snap."
Analysis: Jones has been involved in several off-the-field incidents since joining the Titans and has been a massive headache for head coach Jeff Fisher and the whole front office, leading to rumors about the Titans trying to trade him. He should be back with Tennessee in 2006, but his talent is shadowed by his off-field issues. Consider him a lesser No. 2 Fantasy DB with the potential to deliver like a No. 1.
News: The Tennessean reports that Titans CB Pacman Jones has not appeared for offseason conditioning programs, which has made head coach Jeff Fisher angry. Jones has also been involved in some off-the-field troubles, including being named as an acquaintance of a drug trafficker and was a witness to gunfire at a gas station. "He doesn't seem to be able to stay out of trouble. I think he'll get out of that habit, though," Titans owner Bud Adams said Sunday. "I think the coaches let him know that he'll stay out of trouble or he won't be around long."
Analysis: Jones is expected to be a key cornerback in Fantasy IDP leagues in 2006, especially in those leagues that count special-teams statistics. He needs to get his act together though, or else he won't play a full season.
News: Titans CB/PR Adam "Pacman" Jones had eight total tackles in Week 14 with a punt return for a touchdown.
Analysis: Jones has value, especially in keeper IDP leagues.
News: The Tennessean reports CB Adam "Pacman" Jones will start against the Colts in Week 4. It will be his first career NFL start.
Analysis: Jones should still sit in IDP leagues, but at least he's working his way up the proverbial ladder.
News: The Tennessean reports CB Adam "Pacman" Jones has agreed to a five-year deal with the Titans. He will not play in the Titans' next preseason game.
Analysis: Jones’ holdout will stunt his growth as a shutdown cornerback. He should only receive consideration in dynasty IDP leagues.
News: The Tennessean reports CB Adam "Pacman" Jones has agreed in principle to a five-year deal with the Titans and could be in camp as soon as Aug. 16. "I think it's safe to say he'll be playing (in the preseason game at Atlanta), " his agent said.
Analysis: Jones’ holdout will stunt his growth as a shutdown cornerback. He should only receive consideration in dynasty IDP leagues.
News: The Tennessean reports that the agent for Adam "Pacman" Jones issued a lengthy statement over why his client won't be on the roster for the team's first preseason game vs. the Bucs. "While we made some initial progress in our negotiations, ultimately, the Titans have refused to offer a fair market deal to Adam," the statement said.
Analysis: Jones' holdout is making him less attractive in IDP leagues. If he doesn't sign soon and start practicing with the team, he's not going to warrant any consideration.
News: Titans Radio Network reports head coach Jeff Fisher said rookie CB Adam Jones needs to sign soon and report to camp if he expects to play in 2005. "He's quickly running out of time," Fisher said. "They say he's working out but I need to see it before he can come in and play."
Analysis: The Titans are getting tired of Jones' holdout and off-the-field problems. If he doesn't go to camp and fly right soon, he could be in trouble in all of 2005. Do not draft him at this point in IDP leagues.
News: The Tennessean reports rookie CB Adam Jones may have violated the terms of his probation in West Virginia when he was recently arrested in Tennessee. Jones is not expected to be with the Titans when they open training camp to begin preparations for the 2005 season.
Analysis: Jones doesn't carry enough value for single-season IDP leagues anyway, but keeper IDP leagues are a different story as he's a solid late-round pick there. However, if he misses time, he's not worth any kind of pick.
News: The Nashville City Paper reports that a contract between the Titans and rookie first-round pick Adam "Pacman" Jones could be difficult to agree upon considering Jones' recent troubles with the law. "I think it will be difficult to negotiate and it'll be difficult to write," GM Floyd Reese said. "You're going to have to look at so many different things in this deal, and they're not gonna want any part of any of them."
Analysis: This could mean a holdout for Jones. He doesn't carry enough value for single-season IDP leagues anyway, but keeper IDP leagues are a different story as he's a solid late-round pick there.
News: Adam "Pacman" Jones surrendered to police Wednesday on charges of assault and vandalism stemming from a nightclub altercation. He surrendered to Nashville police at Titans headquarters Wednesday morning.
Analysis: Jones' lawyer, Roger May, said he had not seen the arrest warrants but has been told the charges are simple assault and vandalism. Both are misdemeanors. A team spokesman said the Titans were aware of the situation and were monitoring it but had no immediate comment.
