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Logs another full practice Jones (calf) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.

Impact The First-Team All-Pro defensive lineman from Mississippi State was sidelined for the Chiefs' final two regular-season games this season due to a calf injury. However, he's opened Kansas City's week of practice with consecutive full sessions, indicating that he's recovered from the issue. Jones' return is a significant addition to help the Chiefs' defense as they prepare for a hot Texans offense in the divisional round, which has averaged 27.5 points per game over their last two contests.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Appears set to return Saturday Jones (calf) was a full participant in practice Tuesday.

Impact Jones suffered a strained calf Week 16 against Houston and didn't play in either of Kansas City's final two regular-season games. The Chiefs' first-round playoff bye afforded him extra rest, however, and Jones' ability to log a full practice to open this week suggests that he should be ready to return Saturday in the AFC divisional-round matchup versus the Texans. If that indeed happens, Derrick Nnadi will likely see significantly less than the 65 percent snap share he logged in Week 18 against Denver.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Back at practice Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said Friday that Jones (calf) is participating in practice, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.

Impact Jones missed Kansas City's final two regular-season games due to a calf injury, though the majority of starters sat Week 18 regardless of health. Having secured the No. 1 seed in the AFC, Jones will have another week to get healthy before working to make his return during the divisional round of the playoffs.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

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Sidelined for Week 18 Jones (calf) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Broncos.

Impact Jones didn't play against the Steelers on Christmas Day due to a calf injury. He was unable to practice all week, but that could partially have to do with the Chiefs being locked in as the AFC's No. 1 seed, and Jones' next opportunity to play won't be until the divisional round. Mike Pennel will likely start at defensive tackle alongside Tershawn Wharton due to Jones' absence.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Likely missing Week 18 Jones (calf) is listed as doubtful ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Broncos.

Impact Jones was unable to practice all week after missing the Chiefs' Week 17 win over the Steelers on Christmas Day due to a calf injury, so it's no surprise he's expected to be sidelined Sunday. The All-Pro defensive lineman appeared in 15 games for Kansas City this season, recording 37 total tackles, including 5.0 sacks, and one forced fumble. Marlon Tuipulotu and Derrick Nnadi are expected to have increased roles on the Chiefs' defensive line with Jones likely out in Week 18.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Still tending to calf Jones (calf) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.

Impact Jones sat out of the Chiefs' contest in Week 17 at Pittsburgh due to a calf injury, and now his availability for their regular-season finale is in doubt. He'll probably have to practice in some capacity Thursday or Friday to have any chance to play Sunday at Denver.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Wednesday Jones (calf) is inactive for Wednesday's Week 17 contest against the Steelers.

Impact As expected, Jones is going to sit out the Christmas Day clash due to a strained calf. It will be his first absence of the campaign and just the second regular-season game he's missed over the past three years. With Jones out Wednesday, Mike Pennel is likely slated for more snaps on defense.

DECEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not likely to play Christmas Day Jones (calf) isn't expected to suit up in Wednesday's Week 17 matchup versus Pittsburgh, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact Jones strained his calf last Saturday against Houston and logged a DNP/DNP/LP progression in practice this week, though all three designations were estimations due to the fact that Kansas City held only walkthroughs. It appears the defensive tackle will be inactive on gameday for the first time this season, but official word on Jones' status likely won't come until about 90 minutes prior to the 1:00 PM ET kickoff. If Jones can't play Wednesday, Mike Pennel could be in line for more than his usual allotment of defensive snaps.

DECEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Christmas Day game The Chiefs list Jones (calf) as questionable for Wednesday's game at Pittsburgh.

Impact Jones strained his calf in this past Saturday's win over the Texans and was listed as a non-participant Sunday and Monday on the team's first two estimated practice reports of the week. The standout defensive lineman was upgraded to a limited participant Tuesday, though the Chiefs merely held a walk-through session. Kansas City will presumably check in with Jones early Wednesday to see how his calf is feeling, but given the quick turnaround for the Week 17 contest, it wouldn't be surprising if the team erred on the side of caution and held him out for the first time all season.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out of Monday's practice Head coach Andy Reid said Jones (calf) will not participate in Monday's practice, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.

Impact Jones strained his calf during the Chiefs' 27-19 win over the Texans this past Sunday, and he is considered a "big question mark" for Wednesday's bout against the Steelers, per Jay Glazer of Fox Sports. If Jones is unable to suit up for Christmas Day, then Derrick Nnadi and Mike Pennel would be in line to see increased snaps at defensive tackle alongside starter Tershawn Warton.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out of Monday's practice Head coach Andy Reid said Jones (calf) will not participate in Monday's practice, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.

Impact Jones strained his calf during the Chiefs' 27-19 win over the Texans this past Saturday, and he is considered a "big question mark" for Wednesday's bout against the Steelers, per Jay Glazer of Fox Sports. If Jones is unable to suit up for Christmas Day, then Derrick Nnadi and Mike Pennel would be in line to see increased snaps at defensive tackle alongside starter Tershawn Wharton.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Big question more for Wednesday Jones (strained calf) is a big question mark for Wednesday's game against the Steelers, Jay Glazer reported on Fox NFL Sunday.

Impact Glazer emphasized that the short turnaround is a big factor in the Chiefs' deliberations, and that Jones would be far more likely to play if the game were held next Sunday.

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with strained calf Coach Andy Reid said Jones suffered a strained calf in Saturday's win over the Texans, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.

Impact Jones was injured in the second half against Houston, and now Kansas City is once again on a short week ahead of Wednesday's Christmas Day matchup with the Steelers. Derrick Nnadi and Mike Pennel would be next up for snaps on the interior of the Chiefs' defensive line should Jones need to miss Week 17.

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hurts calf against Texans Jones (calf) is questionable to return to Saturday's game against the Texans.

Impact Jones went down grabbing his calf in the second half. Prior to getting hurt, the star defensive tackle had two tackles and four quarterback hits. Jones has only 5.0 sacks this season, but he has drawn frequent double teams to free up Kansas City's other pass rushers to wreak havoc.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Notches first sacks since Week 4 Jones logged six tackles (three solo), including 2.0 sacks, in Friday's 19-17 win against the Raiders.

Impact Jones had been uncharacteristically quiet on the sack front coming into Friday, going seven games without a sack. However, he got to Raiders QB Aidan O'Connell twice in the second quarter Friday. Bolton now has 5.0 sacks on the season, so he'll need to go on a run over Kansas City's final five regular-season games to reach double-digit sacks for the third straight campaign.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Records two sacks in win Jones finished with 2.0 sacks and four total tackles (three solo) in the Chiefs' 17-10 win over the Chargers on Sunday.

Impact The five-time All-Pro finished with his best statistical game of the year to date. Jones has nine tackles, including 3.0 sacks, and a forced fumble in 2024.

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Officially past stinger Jones (shoulder) wasn't listed on the Chiefs' injury report Monday ahead of Thursday's regular-season opener against the Ravens, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.

Impact Jones returned to practice last week and appeared to be on track to play in Thursday's regular-season opener, but Kansas City's injury report Monday made it official. With Jones back at full health heading into 2024, he's expected to remain one of the most dominant interior pass rushers in the NFL.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Likely ready to roll for Week 1 Jones (shoulder) returned to practice last week and was a participant again Sunday, and he appears to be in line to play in Thursday's season opener versus Baltimore, Matt Derrick...

Impact Jones suffered a shoulder stinger in early August and didn't play in any of Kansas City's preseason contests, but his ability to practice of late suggests that the veteran pass rusher isn't at much risk of sitting out Week 1. An official update on Jones' status will come when Kansas City's initial injury report is released Monday.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing shoulder injury Jones (shoulder) did not practice Tuesday, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Jones appears to be dealing with a stinger picked up during Monday's practice. The star defensive tackle re-signed on a massive five-year contract with Kansas City earlier this offseason, and the team now figures to now take a cautious approach to his recovery. Jones could well be held out of preseason action entirely if the team has any concerns about his shoulder, with an eye toward his being fully ready to take on the Ravens in Week 1 on Thursday, Sept. 05.

AUGUST 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to camp Jones (groin) was spotted participating in Wednesday's practice, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.

Impact Jones has been nursing a groin injury over the last couple of days, but it now appears as if he's moved past the issue. The 2023 first-team All-Pro racked up 30 total tackles, including 10.5 sacks, while also defending four passes last year, and he's expected to remain one of the best interior defensive lineman in the NFL this coming season.

JULY 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with groin strain Jones was held out of practice Sunday due to a strained groin, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports.

Impact The severity of Jones' groin strain isn't clear, but it seems likely that he'll be kept off the practice field until he's fully healed. The veteran pass rusher signed a five-year contract to remain in KC in March after posting 10.5 sacks among his 30 tackles over 16 regular-season contests last year. Aside from the one game he sat out in 2023 due to a contract holdout, Jones hasn't missed a contest over the past two campaigns.

JULY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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