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Big Blue View fantasy football takes on Charlie Jones
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All Big Blue View insights about Charlie Jones
NegativeRoleOct 30, 2026
Jones chose to join the Giants believing there would be more receiving opportunity than he had in three seasons with Cincinnati. However, he has just two catches for 66 yards on three targets while playing only 21 offensive snaps.NegativeUsageOct 23, 2026
Fumbled a kickoff return with less than two minutes remaining in the first half, setting up the Saints in position to tie the game before halftime. Additionally had three negated returns due to penalties in the second half (32, 33, and 9 yards), limiting his special teams impact. Special teams coordinator Chris Horton emphasized the need to protect the football and improve blocking in traffic.NegativeInjuryOct 22, 2026
Wide receiver Charlie Jones (Achilles) was a limited practice participant, indicating an Achilles injury is limiting his availability but he is progressing in practice.NegativeUsageOct 21, 2026
Jones had four punt returns negated by special teams penalties in the second half against the Saints last week (32, 15, 33, and 9 yards), exemplifying the Giants' self-inflicted mistakes and penalty problems.PositiveUsageOct 20, 2026
Jones was featured on two significant completions in McCarthy's film review. On the 27-yard Nabers completion, Jones ran one of two deep crossing patterns against Cover-6 to help hold the middle hook defenders. On the 49-yard gain, McCarthy saw a Cover-3 look and gave Jones a chance against deep third defender Quincy Riley (29); the ball was underthrown and identified by Riley, but the Saints' cornerback knocked it into the air and Jones somehow secured it for a 49-yard gain. The analysis notes McCarthy may not have made this throw in a neutral game script but it made sense down multiple scores late in the fourth quarter.NegativeUsageOct 20, 2026
Charlie Jones fumbled on a kickoff return late in the first half that proved to be a critical turning point; the fumble flipped the game's momentum, and the Saints scored 31 unanswered points after the turnover, directly impacting the Giants' loss.NegativeRoleOct 19, 2026
Jones was the third-highest graded Giant on offense despite his kickoff fumble that turned the game; he caught two of three targets for 49 yards including a contested catch, earning a strong offense grade but a poor 41.7 special teams grade for the fumble.NegativeUsageOct 19, 2026
Charlie Jones fumbled the ensuing kickoff in the first half with the Giants up a touchdown and 1:18 left before halftime, giving the Saints the ball at the Giants' 28-yard line. The source emphasizes that Jones must do a better job securing the football, as the momentum swing directly led to the Saints' scoring run and proved consequential to the game outcome.NegativeRoleOct 18, 2026
The kick returner/wide receiver had a massive fumble at the end of the first half that proved costly: after a Daniel Carlson field goal gave New Orleans its first points of the half, Jones lost the ball at the Giants' 28-yard line, allowing the Saints to capitalize with a touchdown to tie the game at 10-10 at halftime. He did make some amends in the second half with 2 catches for 66 yards (including a 49-yarder) and a 33-yard punt return, though the latter was negated by penalty. The source notes that the bad outweighed the good.NegativeUsageOct 18, 2026
Fumbled on kickoff return late in first half, which was the game-turning play that allowed Saints to tie the score at halftime and shift momentum entirely; this critical turnover directly preceded Saints' 34 consecutive points.NegativeUsageOct 18, 2026
Jones caught two passes for 66 yards, including an impressive tap and secure 49-yard catch in the Giants' comeback effort; however, he fumbled the football on a kickoff with just over a minute in the first half, which allowed the Saints to tie the game heading into halftime.PositiveRoleOct 16, 2026
Jones, claimed on waivers by the Giants just before the season, praised Winston as 'an unbelievable teammate' who is 'genuine' and consistent. Jones noted that Winston's social media persona matches his in-person demeanor. Jones highlighted Winston's accountability and leadership: 'He's someone that holds you accountable. Just a great teammate. Someone you learn from every day as a player and as a man.' Jones emphasized Winston's consistency and willingness to help: 'I'm out there every day with him. Making sure he gets what he needs, then if I need something at the end I ask him for that, too.' Jones also noted that Winston holds players accountable 'because he genuinely cares about the guys in the room, and the guys in the building.'PositiveInjuryOct 15, 2026
Wide receiver Charlie Jones (Achilles) was a full practice participant Thursday.PositiveRoleOct 11, 2026
Jones had 52 yards on four punt returns and 130 yards on five kickoff returns; the source notes Jones gives the Giants some burst and excitement at returner, indicating strong special teams contribution.PositiveRoleOct 10, 2026
Giants return specialist; coach Chris Horton expressed confidence in Jones' ability to handle return duties, emphasizing his confidence, ball-catching ability, decision-making, and speed as key attributes for the role.PositiveRoleOct 5, 2026
Charlie Jones, an experienced NFL kick returner, replaced Braxton Berrios on kickoff returns Sunday after Berrios suffered a foot injury. Jones averaged 23.0 yards on three kickoff returns and took over punt returns, averaging 14.5 yards on two returns. This represents a significant role expansion for Jones in the Giants' special teams and return game.PositiveRoleOct 4, 2026
Jones replaced Braxton Berrios on kickoff return and eventually on punt return after Berrios was ruled out with a foot injury. Jones contributed a 23-yard punt return that prevented the Giants from starting a fourth-quarter drive in the shadow of their own end zone.PositiveRoleOct 4, 2026
Jones replaced the injured Braxton Berrios and returned a kickoff 23 yards, which was impressive; the special teams group earned an A grade.PositiveRoleOct 4, 2026
Jones is already returning kickoffs and could see time at punt returner in the second half if Braxton Berrios cannot return from his foot injury.PositiveRoleOct 1, 2026
Jones joined the Giants' 53-man roster after being cut by Cincinnati, seeking opportunities as a receiver beyond his returner role. With limited receiving production in Cincinnati (8 catches over three seasons, only 1 in past two years) due to depth behind Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, Jones chose to stay with New York rather than reunite with the Bengals. He stated: 'I'm trying to prove what I can do [as] more than just a returner' and 'I've been waiting since I got in the league to really show what I can do as a receiver.' At 27, Jones is a quality return man (9.2 yards per punt return on 50 attempts; 27.3 yards per kickoff return on 45 attempts) and is expected to pair with Braxton Berrios on kickoff returns against Arizona.NegativeRoleSep 29, 2026
Signed to the 53-man roster after joining the practice squad on Sept. 1; 27-year-old 2023 fourth-round pick by Cincinnati with 33 games and 8 receptions in three seasons; primary contribution is as a returner with 50 career punt returns averaging 9.2 yards and 47 career kickoff returns averaging 27.3 yards.NegativeRoleSep 8, 2026
Minimal career production with eight catches in 33 games, including only one reception in the last two seasons; extremely limited depth chart value and unlikely to contribute meaningfully if the Giants need extended snaps at wide receiver.PositiveRoleSep 1, 2026
Fourth-round pick by Bengals in 2023 signed to Giants practice squad as wide receiver/kick returner; caught 8 passes in 33 games with 9.2 yards per punt return average (50 returns) and 27.3 yards per kickoff return average (47 returns); offers Giants depth in return game behind primary returner Braxton Berrios.NegativeValueAug 31, 2026
27-year-old released by Cincinnati after fourth-round 2023 selection; 21 catches on 40 targets for 226 yards and one score across four seasons; dealt with injuries throughout Cincinnati tenure but was consistent special teams ace with quality return ability. Had phenomenal senior season at Purdue. Source doubts Giants will add receiver given state of wide receiver room, as Jones addition would displace Braxton Berrios who is expected to be re-signed before Week 1. Described as talented receiver who deserves another shot.