The Chicago Tribune reports that Kevin Jones, a free agent since March 13th when the Lions cut him due to serious injury concerns, will take a physical with the Chicago Bears today (Tuesday 15th). This following Tony Fleming's (Jones' agent) remarks in the Tampa Tribune that Jones would sign for either the Bears or Steelers on Tuesday.
The 2004 1st round pick had a standout rookie season for Detroit gaining 1133 rushing yards (only the 3rd rookie in Lions history to rush for 1000+ yards in a rookie season) while 2005 saw his numbers slip to 664 rushing yards.
In 2006, after 12 games and 689 yards, his season was ended when he suffered a Lisfranc fracture to his left foot. In 2007, after recovering from his foot injury and regaining his starting role, he suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury forcing an end to his season on 27th December, and ultimately leading to his release.
Back on June 11th Fleming stated "Chicago would be a great opportunity for him". It seems that opportunity may present itself after all.
Update: According to NFL Network's Adam Schefter, Kevin Jones has now signed with the Bears.
In other news Peyton Manning underwent surgery on Monday afternoon, The Indianapolis Star reports, to remove an infected bursa sac from his left knee. With rehabilitation expected to take four to six weeks Manning should be fit for the week 1 game against the Bears (and possibly Kevin Jones?) on Sept 7th - at the new Lucas Oil Stadium.
Tuesday 15 July 2008
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