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The Saints sent veteran linebacker Deion Jones to the San Francisco 49ers in exchange for running back Zamir White, addressing Saints’ need at RB with Kamara out with an MCL sprain while the 49ers add depth amid backfield injuries; Jones reunites with 49ers defensive coordinator Raheem Morris, and White had joined SF earlier in August.
San Francisco trades Zamir White to acquire veteran linebacker Deion Jones, reconnecting with coaches who know his playmaking and special-teams value; Jones brings pass-rush ability to the 49ers' linebacker corps and could impact roster battles as injuries and competition tighten the depth chart.
The Carolina Panthers are releasing linebacker Deion Jones as part of their roster cut to 53 players. Jones, who signed with the Panthers in July, had a limited preseason performance with five tackles. Previously a six-year starter with the Atlanta Falcons, Jones was traded to the Cleveland Browns last year but struggled with injuries. This release leaves Jones searching for a new team to continue his NFL career.
With the release of Chase Roullier, the Washington Commanders now have around $8m in available cap space to sign a veteran linebacker in free agency. Here are five under-30 free agent linebackers who are still on the market and available to be signed: Deion Jones, Zach Cunningham, Rashaan Evans, Kwon Alexander, and Jayon Brown. While each player has their own strengths and weaknesses, any of them could potentially provide depth and experience to the Commanders' linebacker corps.