The Buffalo Bills agreed to re-sign veteran defensive lineman Jones to a two-year contract and began replenishing their depth at linebacker by agreeing to a one-year deal with Nicholas Morrow on Tuesday.
Buffalo announced the agreement with Jones, while a person with direct knowledge of the discussions confirmed Morrow’s agreement to The Associated Press. The person spoke to the AP on the condition of anonymity because the Bills have not announced the agreement, which was first reported by NFL Network.
Jones is a 10-year veteran and was eligible for free agency after completing his two-year contract with Buffalo. Re-signing the 6-foot-4, 320-pound run-stopper was an emphasis for the salary cap-strapped Bills.
Jones’ ability to take on two blockers complements undersized starter Ed Oliver’s strength at pressuring the pocket. His absence was felt during a 10-game stretch he missed while recovering from a torn pectoral muscle.
Jones’ return also brings a veteran presence to a defensive front that stands to lose several players to free agency, including Joseph and Tim Settle, and with Jordan Phillips contemplating retirement….
