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Chris Jones: Prospect Breakdown (with GIFs)

By Nick Hjeltness

Sep 6, 2014; Starkville, MS, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs defensive lineman Chris Jones (96) attempts to tackle UAB Blazers quarterback Jeremiah Briscoe (16) during the game at Davis Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Spruce Derden-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 6, 2014; Starkville, MS, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs defensive lineman Chris Jones (96) attempts to tackle UAB Blazers quarterback Jeremiah Briscoe (16) during the game at Davis Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Spruce Derden-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 30, 2015; Charlotte, NC, USA; North Carolina State Wolfpack quarterback Jacoby Brissett (12) gets tackled by Mississippi State Bulldogs defensive lineman Chris Jones (98) during the first quarter in the 2015 Belk Bowl at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 30, 2015; Charlotte, NC, USA; North Carolina State Wolfpack quarterback Jacoby Brissett (12) gets tackled by Mississippi State Bulldogs defensive lineman Chris Jones (98) during the first quarter in the 2015 Belk Bowl at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports /

Jones showing some pass rushing ability and athleticism coming around the edge. On the replay, check out how good Jones is with hands, keeping the lineman from engaging. He also shows some impressive bend for a guy who is 6’6″, 310 lbs.

Jones’ power can be devastating to offensive lineman.

Jones’ ball awareness is suspect. There are times where it seems like he’s too busy fighting with an offensive lineman that he doesn’t realize the ball carrier is going right by him.

Jones has really good balance for a big man. Really like how smooth he looked avoiding this cut block, and then helps cleanup the sack.

His ability to disengage from blocks and toss lineman around is fun to watch. As he continues to improve and get stronger, this part of his game should translate well.

Next: Chris Jones Film: Part 3

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