Report: Former Georgia linebacker signs with new NFL squad
By Adam Spencer
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After the Pittsburgh Steelers used the No. 17 overall pick in the 2013 NFL Draft on former Georgia LB Jarvis Jones, the ex-Bulldog failed to live up to expectations.
In four professional seasons, Jones has 128 tackles, six sacks, four forced fumbles and two interceptions — not exactly what the Steelers had in mind for a first-round pick.
Now, Jones is heading to the Arizona Cardinals, as ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported on Tuesday, where he’ll try to resurrect his career in the desert:
OLB Jarvis Jones’ deal with Arizona is for one year. Steelers showed mild interest in him returning but no major push. Former first-round pick gets his fresh start. The Steelers have Arthur Moats and Anthony Chickillo at the rotational pass-rush spots but could add another.
Jones can learn from current Cardinal Markus Golden, a fellow former SEC star. The ex-Mizzou pass rusher had 12.5 sacks for Arizona in 2016 and has 16.5 total sacks in his two-year NFL career.
Adam is a daily fantasy sports (DFS) and sports betting expert. A 2012 graduate of the University of Missouri, Adam now covers all 16 SEC football teams. He is the director of DFS, evergreen and newsletter content across all Saturday Football brands.
