Deion Jones signs with New Orleans Saints, completing NFC South tour
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 6:40 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Deion Jones is set to sign with the New Orleans Saints, marking his completion of a tour around the NFC South. The 31-year-old linebacker previously played for the Atlanta Falcons, Carolina Panthers, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers during his NFL career. Jones began his career as a second-round pick from LSU in 2016 and made a Pro Bowl appearance early in his tenure. After a short stint in Cleveland, he joined the Panthers in 2023, starting three games and recording 35 tackles, a sack, and an interception. He looks to contribute to the Saints as they progress through the offseason.
- •Jones is 31 years old and was a second-round pick in 2016.
- •He recorded 138 combined tackles and three interceptions in his second season with Atlanta.
- •Jones played 13 games for the Panthers in 2023 with 35 tackles.
- •He previously played for the Buccaneers, appearing in 19 games across 2024 and 2025.
- •Jones is completing his tour of all NFC South teams.
- 6:40 PMYahoo Sports — Former Panthers LB to complete entire tour of NFC South
"A former Panthers LB will be completing his personal tour around the NFC South.
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