Tag: J.C. Jackson

Nov 28, 2021; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots cornerback J.C. Jackson (27) reacts after intercepting a pass in the Tennessee Titans end zone in the second half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Patriots’ newly acquired CB J.C. Jackson active vs. Saints

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Cornerback J.C. Jackson, acquired in trade with the Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday, will be in uniform when the New England Patriots host the New Orleans Saints on Sunday in Foxborough, Mass.

The Patriots are thin at the position with cornerbacks Christian Gonzalez (shoulder), Jack Jones (hamstring) and Marcus Jones (shoulder) on injured reserve.

Cornerback Jonathan Jones also is active after missing the last three games with an ankle injury.

Jackson, 27, had played for New England from 2018 to 2021, and was a Pro Bowl selection that final season. He signed a five-year, $82.5 million deal with Los Angeles in March 2022 but played only five games that season due to a ruptured patellar tendon and two in 2023 as his relationship with the Chargers soured.

New England’s four-time All-Pro outside linebacker Matthew Judon, who tore his right biceps in last Sunday’s loss to the Dallas Cowboys, is listed as inactive for Sunday’s game. Also on the inactive list are guard Cole Strange, wide receiver Kayshon Boutte, offensive tackles Tyrone Wheatley and Calvin Anderson, and Will Grier, who is the emergency third quarterback.

The Saints’ inactive players are tight end Juwan Johnson, safety Lonne Johnson Jr., quarterback Jake Luton, guard Andrus Peat, wide receiver A.T. Perry, defensive end Kyle Phillips and offensive lineman Landon Young.

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Nov 7, 2021; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; New England Patriots cornerback J.C. Jackson (27) on the bench in the fourth quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

Reports: Chargers CB J.C. Jackson traded back to Patriots

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Los Angeles Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson is headed back to New England, multiple media outlets reported Wednesday.

The Patriots have injury concerns in the secondary and Jackson’s relationship with the Chargers has soured.

Per the NFL Network, the Chargers will receive a sixth-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft and the Patriots will pick up a seventh-rounder in the same draft.

Jackson, 28, signed a five-year, $82.5 million deal with Los Angeles in March 2022 after four seasons in New England.

He was a healthy scratch for Week 3 against Minnesota and was active but played zero snaps in Week 4 versus Las Vegas.

“I’m still kind of confused and don’t have answers to why I’m getting treated like this,” Jackson said last week.

Patriots rookie cornerback Christian Gonzalez sustained a shoulder injury in Sunday’s loss to Dallas and is likely to miss the rest of the season with a torn labrum, ESPN reported Wednesday.

Gonzalez, 21, was the NFL’s Defensive Rookie of the Month in September. The first-round pick (23rd overall) has 17 tackles, one interception and one sack in four starts.

New England’s Jack Jones (hamstring) and Marcus Jones (shoulder) are on injured reserve and fellow cornerback Jonathan Jones (ankle) has not played since Week 1.

Jackson has recorded 176 tackles, 58 passes defensed and 26 interceptions in 69 games (46 starts) with the Patriots (2018-21) and Chargers. He won Super Bowl LIII with New England and made the Pro Bowl in 2021.

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Sep 10, 2023; Inglewood, California, USA; Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) takes a pass into the end zone past Los Angeles Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson (27) for a touchdown in the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Demoted CB J.C. Jackson asks Chargers for explanation

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Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson is waiting for an explanation about why he was inactive last week at Minnesota.

“I’m still kind of confused and don’t have answers to why I’m getting treated like this,” Jackson said.

Los Angeles coach Brandon Staley, who was non-committal about playing Jackson this week against the Las Vegas Raiders, said the decision is about more than gameday. He confirmed Jackson was a healthy inactive against the Vikings.

“All options are open,” Staley said of the possibility of Jackson being a healthy inactive for a second consecutive game.

“It will just be determined by what he does — preparation, practice, all of that cumulative stuff.”

The Chargers allowed 18 pass plays of 15 or more yards in Week 1 to the Dolphins, a highlight-reel game for wide receiver Tyreek Hill. But Jackson did intercept a pass in the loss.

And in 2022, Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams had 18 receptions for 318 yards and three touchdowns in two matchups with the Chargers.

In three games this season, Los Angeles has yielded 1,011 passing yards, seven touchdowns and a completion percentage of 67.2.

Injuries are part of the complete picture with Jackson. He had surgery to repair a torn patellar tendon after the Week 7 injury last season.

But Jackson, in the second year of a five-year, $82.5 million contract, insists he’s doing everything he can and a little bit extra to try to return to the good graces of the coaching staff.

“I don’t know, what else do they expect me to do? I told coach what else do you expect me to do?” Jackson told NFL Network.

“I’ve been doing everything. I came back from my injury pretty fast. I’ve been putting in extra work after practice, even in meeting rooms.”

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Oct 17, 2022; Inglewood, California, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) attempts to catch the ball as Los Angeles Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson (27) defends in the first quarter at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Report: Warrant issued for Chargers CB J.C. Jackson

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An arrest warrant was issued in Massachusetts for Los Angeles Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson, MassLive reported Monday.

Jackson, 27, failed to appear in Attleboro District Court on Friday for a probation violation hearing, per the report.

Charged with criminal speeding in 2021, Jackson’s probation terms included paying a $300 fine and completing the state’s “Brains at Risk” awareness and prevention program.

According to Monday’s report, Jackson did not complete the program or pay the fine, resulting in the warrant for his arrest.

Jackson’s attorney did not provide a comment when reached by MassLive.

Jackson was a surprise scratch for the Chargers in Sunday’s 28-24 win at Minnesota. He had three tackles, three passes defensed and one interception in the first two games of the season.

He played four seasons with the New England Patriots (2018-21) before signing with the Chargers in March 2022. The 2021 Pro Bowl selection has 26 interceptions in 69 career games (46 starts).

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Oct 23, 2022; Inglewood, California, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (14) is unable to hold onto a pass against the defense of Los Angeles Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson (27) during the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Chargers CB J.C. Jackson arrested over ‘non-violent’ family incident

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Los Angeles Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson was arrested and booked Monday in Massachusetts due to a family issue described as non-violent.

A spokesperson from the Bristol County (Mass.) Sheriff’s Office told Boston 25 News and other outlets that Jackson was booked early Monday afternoon and had a probate court appearance.

“We are aware of media reports this afternoon pertaining to J.C. Jackson,” the Chargers said in a statement. “We will continue to gather information on the matter and will refrain from further comment at this time.”

The spokesperson for the sheriff’s office said the family incident was non-violent.

Jackson is currently out for the season with a patellar tendon rupture he suffered in Week 7.

Jackson signed with the Chargers this March on a five-year, $82.5 million contract with $40 million fully guaranteed after spending his first four NFL seasons with the New England Patriots.

Jackson was a Pro Bowl selection in 2021 and had 25 interceptions, three fumble recoveries and 53 pass breakups in four seasons with New England. He played just five games in his first season with Los Angeles and had two pass breakups.

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Jun 14, 2022; Costa Mesa, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson (27) during minicamp at the Hoag Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Chargers CB J.C. Jackson (ankle) a gametime decision

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Los Angeles Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson will be a gametime decision Thursday night to make his season and team debut against the Kansas City Chiefs.

He’s officially listed as questionable on the Chargers’ injury report.

Jackson is recovering from minor ankle surgery on Aug. 23 to remove an extra bone in the back of his ankle. NFL Network reported Thursday the bone was causing pain and inflammation, so Jackson underwent arthroscopic surgery to remove it.

Jackson, 26, is entering his first season with the Chargers after being a standout cover corner for the New England Patriots.

Jackson made 25 interceptions (returning one for a touchdown) in 62 games over four seasons with the Patriots before signing a five-year, $82.5 million deal with the Chargers as a free agent during the offseason.

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Jun 14, 2022; Costa Mesa, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson (27) during minicamp at the Hoag Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Chargers DB J.C. Jackson out of boot, day-to-day

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Prized cornerback J.C. Jackson, part of the high-priced haul for the Los Angeles Chargers in free agency, is no longer in a walking boot and could play Sunday against the Las Vegas Raiders.

Chargers head coach Brandon Staley said Jackson ran Monday and did light work Wednesday, shooting down a report that Jackson was already ruled out for the regular-season opener Sunday.

He had “minor” ankle surgery in New York in Aug. 24, when the team set a timetable for his return at 2-4 weeks.

Jackson is entering his first season with the Chargers after being a standout cover corner for the New England Patriots. Jackson made 25 interceptions (returning one for a touchdown) in 62 games over four seasons with the Patriots before signing a five-year, $82.5 million deal with the Chargers as a free agent during the offseason.

Jackson has 17 interceptions over the past two seasons — nine in 2020 and eight last season. He finished second in the NFL in both seasons.

Jackson was a Pro Bowl selection for the first time last season. He also has 158 tackles, three fumble recoveries and a forced fumble in his career.

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Nov 18, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; New England Patriots cornerback J.C. Jackson (27) celebrates after an interception against the Atlanta Falcons in the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Reports: Chargers land prized CB J.C. Jackson

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Cornerback J.C. Jackson agreed to a five-year deal worth $82.5 million with the Los Angeles Chargers, multiple outlets reported Monday.

The Chargers were openly aggressive in their pursuit of Jackson, who nets $40 million guaranteed, according to reports.

The addition of Jackson can become official on Wednesday, the first day of the NFL league year, when the Chargers can also announce the addition of pass rusher Khalil Mack from the Chicago Bears.

Jackson, 26, went from an undrafted free agent to a Pro Bowl performer in 2021.

The New England Patriots signed him in 2018, and he appeared in 62 games (39 starts) over four seasons. He has 25 career interceptions and 53 passes defensed.

In 2021, he started all 17 games and had 158 tackles, a team-leading eight interceptions and 23 passes defensed, one touchdown and one forced fumble on the way to his first Pro Bowl selection.

In late February, Jackson told NBC Sports Boston that the Patriots hadn’t reached out about a new contract since the end of the 2021 season.

“I guess they feel like they don’t need me,” Jackson said. “I guess I can’t be that important to them. I know I am, but they’re not showing me.”

The Patriots chose not to use the franchise tag on Jackson.

“Whatever happens happens,” Jackson told NBC Sports Boston before the tag deadline. “I’m taking it day by day. But it’s time for me to get paid. It’s time to get Mr. INT paid.”

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Nov 18, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; New England Patriots cornerback J.C. Jackson (27) runs after intercepting a pass against the Atlanta Falcons during the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports

Report: Patriots CB J.C. Jackson headed to free agency

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New England Patriots cornerback J.C. Jackson, who was named to his first Pro Bowl this past season, is headed toward free agency since the team is not expected to use the franchise tag on him, NFL Network reported Friday.

Jackson, 26, led the NFL with 23 passes defended this past season. He also had eight interceptions, returning one for a touchdown, forced a fumble and had a career-best 58 tackles.

The eight interceptions were second in the NFL behind Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs (11). Jackson has 17 of his career 25 interceptions over the last two seasons.

The franchise tag for cornerbacks is expected to be just above $17 million. Instead, Jackson now will become one of the top cornerbacks available in free agency after he was named second-team All-Pro.

Undrafted out of Maryland, Jackson has started 39 of his 62 career games over four seasons, all with the Patriots. He started all 17 games for New England in 2021.

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Michael Carter of the Jets is tackled by J.C. Jackson of the Patriots in the first half as the New England Patriots played the NY Jets at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ on September 19, 2021. The New England Patriots Came To Play The Ny Jets At Metlife Stadium In East Rutherford Nj On September 19 2021

Patriots’ J.C. Jackson ‘shocked’ by Stephon Gilmore trade

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New England Patriots cornerback J.C. Jackson said his desire to improve his game has not changed since Stephon Gilmore was traded to the Carolina Panthers on Wednesday.

“I still have the same mentality every day, and that’s to compete and get better,” Jackson said on Thursday.

Jackson admitted he was “shocked” by the Gilmore trade, noting that the All-Pro had served as a mentor to him since he joined the Patriots as an undrafted free agent out of Maryland iin 2018.

Jackson referenced Gilmore’s demeanor and the way that he prepared to compete in each game.

“Just the mentality he had to go out and compete every week, facing the No. 1 receiver,” Jackson said. “He never got too high, never got too low. He just stayed focused and competed every week.”

Jackson, 25, has recorded 17 tackles and two interceptions in four games this season for New England (1-3), which visits the Houston Texans (0-4) on Sunday.

Jackson has 117 tackles and 19 interceptions in 49 career games with the Patriots.

Gilmore, 31, was the 2019 NFL Defensive Player of the Year and a four-time Pro Bowl selection. He was in the final season of a five-year, $65 million deal signed with the Patriots in 2017. He had made it clear to the Patriots that he wanted to be among the highest-paid cornerbacks in the NFL, but the two sides were unable to agree on a restructured deal.

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