Mac Jones addresses controversial Eli Apple block

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Mac Jones addressed his controversial block on Eli Apple that prompted an NFL review during an appearance on WEEI’s Merloni, Fauria, and MegO Show Monday afternoon.

The play initially appeared to be a fumble recovery for a touchdown, but was later ruled an incomplete pass.

Apple was chasing the play from behind, and Jones who was a few yards ahead dove toward Apple’s legs, causing a collision.

“Obviously, I went down in front of him, to kind of get in the way, to stop him from slowing down Tyquan who obviously could make the tackle there. I just kind of went down in front…