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2023 Defensive

STATS CMB
Total Tackles
SCK
Sacks
FUM
Forced Fumbles
INT
Interceptions
TD
Interceptions Returned For Touchdown
Regular Season 46 2.0 3 0 0

Top D.J. Jones News

  • Broncos' D.J. Jones: Concludes second season in Denver

    Jones recorded 46 tackles (30 solo), including two sacks, with three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries while playing 16 games during the 2023 season.

    Jones showed improvement in his second campaign with the Broncos, recording 12 more tackles than he did in 2022 while making more game-changing plays. The veteran nose tackle's three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries were both career highs. Jones is heading into the final season of his three-year deal with Denver, so the 29-year-old will look to build off his solid performance this season heading into a contract year.

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  • Broncos' D.J. Jones: Logs full practice

    Jones (knee) practiced fully Wednesday, Aric DiLalla of the team's official site reports.

    Jones missed last week's loss to the Chiefs but is now on track to make his return against the Packers on Sunday. The 28-year-old will now be tasked with helping slow down Green Bay's run game as Aaron Jones (hamstring) could potentially make his return as well.

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  • Broncos' D.J. Jones: Won't play Thursday

    Jones (knee) was ruled out for Thursday's game against the Chiefs, according to Troy Renck of Denver 7 News.

    Jones has not practiced since suffering a knee injury during Sunday's loss to the Jets. While the nature of this issue is still unclear, the 28-year-old will now miss at least one contest while his knee continues to recover. His next opportunity to play will come versus the Packers on Sunday, Oct. 22. With Jones sidelined, expect Mike Purcell to step in as Denver's starting nose tackle during Thursday Night Football.

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  • Broncos' D.J. Jones: Non-participant Monday

    Jones (knee) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's practice estimate.

    Jones injured his knee in Sunday's loss to the Jets and exited the game after accumulating one solo tackle on 11 defensive snaps. Given Monday's practice was just a walkthrough, his inability to participate does not bode well for his chances to recover in time for Thursday's game in Kansas City. Still, more clarity on his status will come as the week progresses.

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  • Broncos' D.J. Jones: Won't return versus Jets

    Jones (knee) was ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game versus the Jets, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.

    Jones will remain sidelined after he exited with a knee injury during the third quarter. The 28-year-old nose tackle tallied 10 tackles coming into Week 5, and he will now have four days to recover before Denver takes on the Chiefs on Thursday Night Football.

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  • Broncos' D.J. Jones: Exits game Sunday

    Jones exited Sunday's game against the Jets with a knee injury, Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post reports.

    Jones left the game in the third quarter and is now questionable to return. Mike Purcell is now in at nose tackle and will continue to see more playing time if Jones ends up being unable to return.

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  • Broncos' D.J. Jones: Sees limited action Saturday

    Jones assisted on one tackle in Saturday's 21-20 preseason loss to the 49ers.

    Jones suffered a concussion in Denver's first preseason contest against Arizona, but the veteran was able to clear protocol in time to garner active status for Saturday's tilt in San Francisco. The 28-year-old nose tackle should continue to play a significant role on the Broncos' interior defensive line in 2023.

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  • Broncos' D.J. Jones: Diagnosed with concussion

    Jones sustained a concussion in Friday's exhibition game in Arizona, Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post reports.

    Jones will now have to clear the league's concussion protocol before suiting up again. Look for the Broncos to take it easy with their starting nose tackle going forward in order to ensure his health for the start of the season.

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  • Broncos' D.J. Jones: Back at practice

    Jones (knee) was able to participate at the Broncos' practice Thursday, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.

    Jones has been dealing with a knee injury as the Broncos have been ramping up their offseason program in recent weeks, but it appears the nose tackle is good to go moving forward. Jones is expected to be a staple on Denver's interior defensive line in his second year with the franchise. He recorded 34 tackles, including two sacks, while deflecting a career-high six passes over 15 games last season.

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  • Broncos' D.J. Jones: Still recovering

    Jones (knee) will not be participating in OTAs, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

    Jones missed the last two weeks of the 2022 campaign due to a possibly related knee injury. How much more time he'll need to recover is unknown, but when healthy, Jones should be a significant piece of the Broncos' defensive line rotation.

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  • Broncos' D.J. Jones: Ruled out for Week 18

    Jones (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the Chargers, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Jones will miss back-to-back games to end the 2022 campaign due to a knee injury. Mike Purcell (elbow) and Eyioma Uwazurike are candidates for increased roles in Jones' absence. Jones will end his first season in Denver with 34 tackles, six pass defenses and two sacks across 15 appearances.

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HT/WT: 6-0, 305 lbs
Birthplace: Dallas, TX
Age: 29
School: Ole Miss
Experience: 8