Baltimore Beat Down · Sep 19, 2018
Patriots sign DB Cyrus Jones from Ravens’ practice squad
The New England Patriots have signed defensive back and return specialist Cyrus Jones from Baltimore’s practice squad, per Jeff Howe.
The Patriots signed Cyrus Jones off the Ravens practice squad, according to a source. Their 2016 second-round pick, who was released this month during final roster cuts, has returned. Will likely return punts and be in the mix at cornerback.
— Jeff Howe (@jeffphowe) September 19, 2018 Jones was one of the more intriguing practice squad signings for the Ravens. He was a Baltimore native, and many believed that he could eventually overtake Janarion Grant for the return job. However, he now returns to where his NFL career began.
