33-year-old Marvin Jones Jr. is in his 12th NFL season, six have been spent as a wide receiver for the Detroit Lions.
Jones issued a heartfelt note on social media announcing that he is stepping away from football to deal with personal matters.
It was not clear how long Jones intended to be away, but the Lions subsequently released him so it is obviously believed to be a long-term separation.
What Jones Said
He admitted that it was a difficult decision but said “I cannot be the person/player that I need to be for this team as well as tend to my family from afar.”
Jones also wrote:
“To my brothers and coaches, I will be rooting for you every step of the way! This is the year! Go get it!!!!”
#Lions WR Marvin Jones Jr. steps away from his team to tend to personal family matters. pic.twitter.com/wMiCha3umB
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) October 24, 2023
The Lions are having a great season so this had to be a bittersweet decision for Jones who had five catches (out of ten targets) for 35 yards in 2023.
We send our prayers and well wishes to Jones and his family in whatever they are dealing with.
The Lions worked with Jones in giving him what he needs, but they will also be in the market for a wide receiver.
Could Jarvis Landry Be A Possibility?
One free agent whose name keeps popping up on social media in connection to several teams looking for a veteran WR is free agent Jarvis Landry.
Jarvis Landry would be a GREAT pickup for the Chargers! pic.twitter.com/Qe6nN681Oq
— 🙂 (@LRH388) October 19, 2023
He is 30 years old and has not played since 2022 when he was with the New Orleans Saints.
Landry started his career with the Miami Dolphins and subsequently played for the Cleveland Browns.
It breaks my heart that Jarvis Landry is currently out of the league . That’s one guy I wanted here when the Dolphins became good again. Was one of the few bright spots on a mediocre team
— Austin (@ChefTrillie) October 17, 2023
34 year old Julio Jones gets signed but Jarvis Landry is still a Free Agent. Crazy!
— DawgPoundSound (@DawgPoundSound) October 18, 2023
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