Belichick praises Patriots rookie CB Jack Jones, says he 'plays like a receiver'

Patriots head coach Belichick praised Jones for this play after the game, saying he "looked like a receiver."
 
In his annual draft guide on The Athletic, Dane Brugler reported that Jones was only 159 pounds before choosing Arizona State, after not playing football for a year. Between his slim frame, No. 13 jersey and hand-eye coordination, he really feels like a receiver playing corner.  

Cornerbacks are often known for their confidence. Jones is polarizing. There's a risk/reward element to Jones' game, although so far the gambles have been paying off. He has three pass breakups, one forced fumble, a fumble recovery and two interceptions -- one of which he returned for a touchdown.

NBC Sports' Peter King and former Patriots star Ty Law pushed back against the rookie after Jones said it was disrespectful that Green Bay's Aaron Rodgers threw an out route against him in Week 4.

Jones has a complicated backstory. He's had his share of problems off the field. On the field, he led two two Pac-12 teams in interceptions (USC in 2017, Arizona State in 2019). 

With Jones, you're riding a rollercoaster to a degree. Expect the lows and highs, but he's been playing awesome football, and not just for a rookie.