The Las Vegas Raiders have released defensive end Chandler Jones has been released, a source told ESPN’s Adam Schefter on Saturday.
The development comes after Jones’ arrest in Las Vegas on Friday, ending a rough week highlighted by several social media outbursts. An alleged violation of a temporary protective order for domestic abuse led to the arrest.
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Jones had not been with the Raiders since the Labor Day weekend, at which time he posted a number of things on social media critical of Mark Davis, Dave Ziegler, and Josh McDaniels. On September 20, the Raiders added Jones to the non-football injury/illness list.
Jones was halfway through a $31 million, three-year deal that he signed last year. Jones’ dismissal will cost the Raiders $12 million in dead money against the salary cap in 2023 and 2024 because the team modified his contract in March to free up more cap space.
Top landing spots for Chandler Jones-
- New York Giants
The Giants are searching for improved pass-rushing alternatives to complement Kayvon Thibodeaux and Azeez Ojulari as they aim for the playoffs in 2023. General manager Joe Schoen’s proactive approach to roster building while seeking a second consecutive postseason trip is highlighted by the recent deal for Isaiah Simmons.
- New England Patriots
Bill Belichick has constantly demonstrated a willingness to reunite with former players under his tutelage. He frequently lets his star performers land lucrative jobs elsewhere before finally bringing them back at a lower pay. This exemplifies Belichick’s distinctive strategy of maximizing value when selling high and purchasing assets at a discount. Jamie Collins, Kyle Van Noy, and other players are notable examples of this tactic in use.
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- Chicago Bears
The Bears significantly overhauled their defensive line after a disappointing season in which they only recorded 20.0 sacks, which was the fewest in the league. As of right now, Yannick Ngakoue and DeMarcus Walker are the new flank starters. The Bears will be looking to fill the vacuum left by Trevis Gipson’s departure due to philosophical differences by looking to enhance the position.
