Eagles Sign 2-Time Super Bowl Champion Cornerback

Jonathan Jones joins Philadelphia's secondary on a 1-year deal.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 2:22pm

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The Philadelphia Eagles have signed veteran cornerback Jonathan Jones to a 1-year contract. Jones, who won two Super Bowls with the New England Patriots early in his career, spent last season with the Washington Commanders. The move is seen as filling an "underrated need" for the Eagles, who struggled with cornerback depth in 2025.

Why it matters

The Eagles' secondary was a weak spot in 2025, and the addition of Jonathan Jones, a proven veteran with Super Bowl experience, should help shore up their cornerback depth heading into the 2026 season.

The details

Jones, who is entering his 11th NFL season, will join the Eagles after spending the last season with the Washington Commanders. In 2025, he started 7 of 12 games, recording 41 combined tackles, 1 tackle for loss, 1 quarterback hit, and 5 pass defenses. The Eagles also recently signed former Seahawks cornerback Tariq Woolen, and Jones could see playing time on the outside if that move doesn't pan out.

  • Jones will be entering his 11th NFL season during the 2026 campaign.
  • The Eagles signed Jones on March 13, 2026.

The players

Jonathan Jones

A veteran cornerback who has spent the majority of his 10-year NFL career with the New England Patriots, where he won two Super Bowls early on. He played for the Washington Commanders in 2025 before signing with the Eagles.

Tariq Woolen

A cornerback who the Eagles also signed to a 1-year deal after he won a Super Bowl with the Seattle Seahawks this past season.

Quinyon Mitchell

A cornerback who is expected to start opposite the newly signed Tariq Woolen for the Eagles in 2026.

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What they’re saying

“The Eagles added former Seahawks cornerback Tariq Woolen to start opposite Quinyon Mitchell, but Jones could play some snaps on the outside in case that move doesn't pan out.”

— Cayden Steele, NJ.com Reporter (NJ.com)

What’s next

The Eagles will look to integrate Jonathan Jones into their secondary during the offseason program and training camp, as they aim to improve their pass defense heading into the 2026 season.

The takeaway

By signing veteran cornerbacks like Jonathan Jones and Tariq Woolen, the Eagles are addressing a clear need in their secondary and bringing in players with Super Bowl-winning experience to help solidify their defensive backfield.