Overview
- Jones suffered a season-ending neck injury on Nov. 23, 2025 when a hit by Chicago’s Dominique Robinson forced him into spinal fusion surgery.
- After months of rehab he has been medically cleared for full contact and described recent MRI scans as “great.”
- Jones is working back into game shape at Steelers training camp but is about 10–15 pounds lighter than he prefers and is taking reps with the backup unit.
- Pittsburgh declined his fifth-year option and used the No. 21 pick on Arizona State tackle Max Iheanachor, moves that signal the team may be preparing to move on from Jones.
- Teammates have offered support and Jones says he expects to return to starting form, but his path depends on regaining weight, rebuilding strength, and how coaches balance health against roster plans.