Per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the deal includes $10.5 million guaranteed and is worth up to $18 million. Jones suffered a torn pec in Week 5 that limited him to seven games. It’s safe to assume he would have set career highs in several categories had he not gone down with the injury. Jones’s 2.5 sacks were one short of his best mark and he tied his high-water mark in TFLs at four. With the Bills losing a number of notable players on defense this offseason, Jones should return to a sizable role in 2024.

It’s a bit surprising since Jones is going on 33 and coming off a campaign where he appeared in just seven games because of pectoral issues, but Buscaglia believes his contributions were considered absolutely critical both against the run and as a pass-rusher. The Bills also have depth issues at Jones’ tackle spot, while his age and recent injury history figure to limit his value on the open market.

Jones suffered a torn pectoral muscle in Week 5 and underwent surgery soon after. At the time, it was thought that he would likely be lost for the season, but the 31-year-old has worked his way back and will be able to practice this week. Jones was playing at a Pro Bowl level in the first four weeks of the season, notching three sacks, nine quarterback hurries, and 15 pressures. Pro Football Focus gave him an overall grade of 90.2 and a pass rush grade of 89.5. With fellow defensive tackle Jordan Phillips undergoing wrist surgery, Jones’ return would be incredibly well-timed. The Bills now have 21 days to decide whether to return Jones to the active roster or end his season, but his potential return is great news for a team fighting to claw back into the playoffs.

It’s yet another brutal blow for the Bills, who have now lost three starting defenders in the last week with Tre’Davious White (Achilles) and LB Matt Milano (knee) also out for the season. Jones, 31, joined the Bills as a free agent last season and has totaled 48 tackles, six TFLs, and 4.5 sacks in 21 games since 2022.