Eagles select CB Sidney Jones at No. 43 of draft Published: Apr 28, 2017 at 01:26 PM Around The NFL Podcast Co-Host Steve Carlton Jersey fans have been hoping to add talent to their cornerback group all offseason. They got their wish Friday night, with thousands roaring Lou Brock Jersey their approval when Philadelphia drafted Washington cornerback Sidney Jones with the No. 43 overall pick of the 2017 . The crowd at the draft knew that Jones was an intriguing value pick. Expected to be a surefire first-rounder because of his competitivene s and ball skills, Jones tore his Achilles tendon at his pro day. The front office chose to take the long John Gant Jersey view, knowing that Jones will help them eventually even if he's not a huge factor this season. NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport reports that Jones will start the season on the Non-Football Injury List and could be back on the field by October, if needed. Jones has been compared to his friend in playing Orlando Cepeda Jersey style. Former cornerback Asante Samuel also comes to mind as a ballhawking, undersized cornerback. The pick comes with risk because of Jones' injury, but the know that few second-round selections have this high a ceiling. This article has been reproduced in a new format Adam Wainwright Jersey and may be mi sing content or contain faulty links. Please use the Contact Us link in our site footer to report an i sue.
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