Jonathan Jones approaches move from CBS Sports to The Athletic
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 4:37 PM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
NFL reporter Jonathan Jones is in advanced discussions to leave CBS Sports for The Athletic. While a deal has not yet been finalized, sources indicate that Jones would shift to a role involving in-depth feature reporting and behind-the-scenes coverage at The Athletic. He joined CBS in 2019 and served as a lead NFL insider. This potential transition comes in the wake of Dianna Russini's resignation from The Athletic, following controversy that drew the spotlight on her relationship with Patriots coach Mike Vrabel. The investigation into her departure is still ongoing.
- •Jones has been with CBS Sports since 2019.
- •The Athletic aims to enhance its NFL coverage with Jones.
- •Russini's resignation occurred amid a publicized controversy.
- •An investigation into Russini's departure is ongoing.
- 4:37 PMYahoo Sports — Jonathan Jones in Advanced Talks to Leave CBS for The Athletic
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