JAX WR Jones Arrested on Cocaine Charges
It appears that there may be a reason Matt Jones has failed to realize his potential in the NFL - he was arrested in Arkansas today in very compromising circumstances with a powdery white substance in his possession that is alleged to be cocaine. Apparently, Jones was in a known “drug area” when “an officer saw Jones sitting in the back seat of the car with a white card with a white powdery substance on it, and a credit card in his other hand.”
Since a player’s status in the NFL substance abuse program is confidential until they earn a suspension, it is not currently known whether Jones is a repeat offender or not - however, he was already on thin ice with the Jaguars due to under-performing expectations. This incident may well be the straw that breaks the camel’s back, folks.
As far as fantasy owners are concerned, Jones was a long-shot to contribute during 2008, but his possible departure from the team (either due to suspension or outright release) would free up space for Footballguys.com favorite Mike Walker (recovering from a season-ending injury) and/or Troy Williamson to stick with the team and possibly get into the mix for a starting spot opposite Jerry Porter at some point during 2008.
Heads up!
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