FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – One year ago DeJuan Jones was beginning his senior season at Michigan State University, a speedy right winger with attacking sensibilities.
Fast forward 12 months and the 22-year-old rookie is now starting at left back for the New England Revolution, playing a significant role in the Eastern Conference playoff race from the backline.
It’s safe to say things have changed.
“He’s done a good job,” goalkeeper Matt Turner said of Jones’ move to left back. “He’s still got a lot to learn, but he’s really keen to learn and he listens really well, so he’s got a bright future ahead of him as long as he keeps working hard.