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Former Las Vegas Raiders CB Jack Jones.
The Las Vegas Raiders continue to look for long-term solutions at the cornerback position. For a moment, Jack Jones looked like he could be a star for the team.
During the 2023 season, he played some of his best football and caught two interceptions that both went for touchdowns. He started 16 games for the Raiders the following year, and while he did get three interceptions, he wasn’t consistent enough in coverage.
He spent the 2025 season with the Miami Dolphins, but they decided against bringing him back. After waiting around for weeks in free agency, Jones has finally found a new home. According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the veteran cornerback is signing with the San Francisco 49ers.
The 49ers have been very good at identifying veteran talent, so this is an interesting landing spot for Jones. He’ll have a chance to compete for a starting job.
Jones is a very talented player, but mental mistakes have held him back. Having a fresh start with a strong 49ers defensive culture could be very good for his career. New defensive coordinator Raheem Morris has a lot of experience working with defensive backs, so he should work closely with Jones heading into the 2026 season.