Patriots scouting report: Dre’Mont Jones brings power to the edge
Previewing the Patriots edge heading into his eighth NFL season.
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - JANUARY 4: Dre'Mont Jones #41 of the Baltimore Ravens lines up during an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium on January 04, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images) | Getty Images The New England Patriots completely rebuilt their defensive edge during the 2025 offseason, but just one year later had to make more investments to ensure its quality heading into the future. The first big move was bringing in Dre’Mont Jones in free agency; the veteran arrived on a three-year, $36.
5 million contract. What will Jones bring to the table, though? Let’s find out.
Hard facts Name: Dre’Mont Jones Position: Defensive edge/Outside linebacker/Defensive end Jersey number: 5 Opening day age: 29 (1/5/1997) Measurements : 6’2 3/4”, 268 lbs, 33 3/4” arm length, 9 5/8” hand size, 5. 12s 40-yard dash, 7. 71s 3-cone drill, 4.
53s short shuttle, 31 1/2” vertical jump, 9’2” broad jump, 18 bench press reps, 6. 13 Relative Athletic Score Experience NFL: Denver Broncos (2019-22), Seattle Seahawks (2023-24), Tennessee Titans (2025), Baltimore Ravens (2025), New England Patriots (2026-) | College: Ohio State (2015-18) A standout defensive lineman at St. Ignatius in Cleveland, four-star prospect Jones was one of the top high school recruits in Ohio.
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