Could Chris Jones be a Surprise Cut?

[jujoboys]

In the preseason so far Kasey Redfern has punted the ball 9 times for a 48.4 yard average compared to Chris Jones 4 punts for 46.7 yard average. Jones is scheduled to count $2.3 million against the cap in 2019, $2.4 million in 2020, and $2.5 million in 2021. Redfern would count $495 K against the cap in 2019 and $585 K against the cap in 2020. Redfern could also kick field goals if our guy Maher started struggling.

 

[Teague31]

He absolutely should be. Very average and counting $2million against the cap

 

[jazzcat22]

Good observation. And some have question Jones over the past few years on here as his punting seems to have been going down. I have not, nor has anyone, that I seen posted any stats to prove that yet.

However, can Redfern do what Jones can do and run or pass for 1st downs on fake punts?
Is the cost savings worth it for a few times a year.

 

[TheCoolFan]

Probably. Wouldn't be surprised if they finally let LP go as well. They want to save as much money as possible by going cheap on special teams

 

[Bob-Lillys-War]

In the preseason so far Kasey Redfern has punted the ball 9 times for a 48.4 yard average compared to Chris Jones 4 punts for 46.7 yard average. Jones is scheduled to count $2.3 million against the cap in 2019, $2.4 million in 2020, and $2.5 million in 2021. Redfern would count $495 K against the cap in 2019 and $585 K against the cap in 2020. Redfern could also kick field goals if our guy Maher started struggling.

I hope they cut Chris Jones . Need cap space .

 

[ShiningStar]

we need "steak" at every lever, or pudding, doesnt have to be good, but if if the cowboys save a few bucks, than its worth it.


sigh. leave the punter ad the long snapper alone. people going to be tripping over him soon and hes the best in the biz.

 

[RodeoJake]

There's more to it than punting average. What's the net average for both? Who's better at downing inside the 20? Who's best at directional punting? I'm not pulling for one over the other. Personally, punter is one of my least concerns. If all things are equal, go with the cheapest leg, but don't bet on him taking over for Maher if he starts missing again.

 

[lkelly]

Cut...yes.

Surprise...no.

 

[Darthkuriboh]

nope. dude hits like a linebacker

 

[TheMarathonContinues]

I'm not sure if he's done enough to get cut honestly. He also offers few gadget plays in special teams which we may never use but you never know.

 

[slick325]

Isn't he the holder on FGs and PATs? Maher is a mystery in and of himself, add in having a new holder and kicks will be the greatest adventure of a lifetime for the team and fans!

 

[Plankton]

Here would be the telltale sign that this would be a possibility - if someone else holds on a FG or conversion attempt. I don't recall that happening so far in the two preseason games played. If someone else that would be on the roster holds, then Jones would be on the radar as someone who could get cut. If no one else holds, he isn't going anywhere.

 

[IndianaCowboys1994]

This is why you should always bring competition in. Might get cheaper production.

 

[reddyuta]

they should absolutely cut him,paying so much for a punter who is not even top 10 is ridiculous.

 

[Bob-Lillys-War]

its surprising tho, 7.2M for the next 3 years, for this old punter ?

 

[billsboys]

If they would sign Matt Bryant to replace Maher then Redfern would be able to handle kick offs.

 

[ghst187]

nope. dude hits like a linebacker

Hits like a hammer, runs like Bolt...

 

[erod]

In the preseason so far Kasey Redfern has punted the ball 9 times for a 48.4 yard average compared to Chris Jones 4 punts for 46.7 yard average. Jones is scheduled to count $2.3 million against the cap in 2019, $2.4 million in 2020, and $2.5 million in 2021. Redfern would count $495 K against the cap in 2019 and $585 K against the cap in 2020. Redfern could also kick field goals if our guy Maher started struggling.

Punt distance average is a ridiculous way to judge a punter.

Good teams don't have to punt from their own 20 yard line all the time. They're trying to pin teams deep inside their 20 with accuracy, not distance.

A 37-yard punt inside the 10 yard line is what defines punters in the NFL.

Chris Jones is damn good at it.

 

[Maxmadden]

Probably. Wouldn't be surprised if they finally let LP go as well. They want to save as much money as possible by going cheap on special teams

LP ain't going nowhere.

 

[blueblood70]

In the preseason so far Kasey Redfern has punted the ball 9 times for a 48.4 yard average compared to Chris Jones 4 punts for 46.7 yard average. Jones is scheduled to count $2.3 million against the cap in 2019, $2.4 million in 2020, and $2.5 million in 2021. Redfern would count $495 K against the cap in 2019 and $585 K against the cap in 2020. Redfern could also kick field goals if our guy Maher started struggling.

I missed that fast forwarding through punts and kicks all PS lol

good call thats an easy save for the cap..and if this other punter can kick in emergencys we wont be subjected to Heath kicking fgs LOL