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sports2 years ago

Marvin Jones Jr. chooses Florida State, transferring from Georgia Bulldogs

Marvin Jones Jr, a defensive end and FSU legacy, has committed to playing for the Florida State Seminoles football team. Jones, who played for the Georgia Bulldogs for two seasons, will have two seasons of eligibility remaining and is expected to compete for a starting position. The Seminoles are hopeful that Jones can follow in the footsteps of former transfer Jermaine Johnson and become a standout player for the team.

sports2 years ago

Detroit Lions' Marvin Jones out, Jerry Jacobs questionable in Week 7 matchup with Ravens

The Detroit Lions have added cornerback Jerry Jacobs to their injury report with a knee injury, while receiver Marvin Jones Jr. is declared out for Sunday's game due to a personal issue. Jacobs' potential absence could be a blow to the Lions' defense, but there are options to replace him. Jones' absence shouldn't heavily impact the Lions' offense, as he hasn't had a significant role this season.

sports2 years ago

"Georgia Football: Preseason Practice Updates and Position Battles"

The Georgia Bulldogs began their fall practice with a focus on physicality and competition. Head coach Kirby Smart was seen pushing newcomers and veterans alike, emphasizing the importance of practice for improvement. Observations from the practice included the attention given to wide receiver Dominic Lovett, the absence of Kamari Lassiter and Warren Brinson, and the instruction received by linebacker Marvin Jones Jr. The team will have 25 practices before their first game against UT-Martin.

sports2 years ago

Marvin Jones Jr. Embraces New Culture in Detroit Lions Return.

Marvin Jones Jr. signed with the Detroit Lions in free agency because of a feeling that drew him back to the team, as well as the team's interest in bringing him back and their upward trend. Jones Jr. will be entering a stacked receiver room and understands that he needs to compete for a role on the offense and be an example to Detroit's young receiver room.

sports2 years ago

Marvin Jones Jr. Returns to Detroit Lions for 2023 Season.

Marvin Jones Jr. has returned to the Detroit Lions on a one-year deal worth $3 million. The 10-year veteran will be joining a drastically different roster than when he left two years ago, with only Quintez Cephus and Tom Kennedy as familiar faces in the wide receiver room. Jones will have a new quarterback in Jared Goff throwing him the ball, and will likely compete for a starting role while also serving as a mentor to younger players. His role will likely fall somewhere in the middle, with the potential to start multiple games due to injury or earned opportunities.

sports2 years ago

Marvin Jones Jr. Returns to Detroit Lions on One-Year Deal

Veteran wide receiver Marvin Jones Jr. has signed a one-year deal with the Detroit Lions worth $3 million, with incentives that could push it to $5 million. Jones played for the Lions from 2016 to 2020, where he had his best seasons, including a career-best 1,101 receiving yards in 2017. He joins a Lions pass-catching unit that includes Jameson Williams, Amon-Ra St. Brown, and Josh Reynolds.

sports2 years ago

Marvin Jones Jr. rejoins Detroit Lions to boost wide receiver corps.

Veteran wide receiver Marvin Jones Jr. is returning to the Detroit Lions on a one-year deal worth up to $5 million. Jones spent five seasons with the Lions from 2016-20 and is third on the team's all-time touchdown reception list. His signing fills a void left by the departure of D.J. Chark. Jones has been more durable than Chark recently and caught 46 passes for 529 yards and three touchdowns over 16 games in 2022.