Eagles Sign Two-Time Patriots Super Bowl Champion

Philadelphia adds veteran cornerback Jonathan Jones to their already stacked secondary.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 12:06am

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The Philadelphia Eagles have signed former Washington Commanders and New England Patriots cornerback Jonathan Jones to a one-year deal. Jones, a two-time Super Bowl champion with the Patriots, will join a young but talented Eagles secondary that includes Quinyon Mitchell, Cooper DeJean, and Riq Woolen.

Why it matters

The Eagles already had one of the best cornerback groups in the NFL, and adding the veteran Jones further solidifies their defensive backfield. His experience and success in big games will be valuable for the younger players on the roster.

The details

Jones spent the first nine seasons of his career with the Patriots, winning two Super Bowls. In 2025, he played for the Commanders, starting 7 games and recording 41 tackles, 5 pass deflections, and 1 sack. The 32-year-old Jones will provide depth and leadership to the Eagles' cornerback room.

  • Jones agreed to terms with the Eagles on March 12, 2026.

The players

Jonathan Jones

A veteran cornerback who spent the first 9 seasons of his career with the New England Patriots, winning two Super Bowls, before playing for the Washington Commanders in 2025.

Quinyon Mitchell

A 24-year-old cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles who has already won a Super Bowl.

Cooper DeJean

A 23-year-old cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles who has already won a Super Bowl.

Riq Woolen

A 26-year-old cornerback who the Eagles signed as a free agent this offseason after he made the Pro Bowl with the Seattle Seahawks.

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What they’re saying

“Former #Commanders and #Patriots CB Jonathan Jones has agreed to terms on a 1-year deal with the #Eagles, source said.”

— Ian Rapoport, NFL Network Reporter (Twitter)

The takeaway

The Eagles have continued to build one of the most talented and experienced secondary units in the NFL, adding veteran cornerback Jonathan Jones to a group that already includes several young stars. This move further solidifies Philadelphia's defensive backfield as they look to make another Super Bowl run.