Getting To Know New England Patriots Rookie Chandler Jones

Rookie Defensive End Chandler Jones is expected to make an immediate impact for the Patriots Being the younger brother of Arthur Jones, a defensive tackle for the Baltimore Ravens, and Jon “Bones” Jones, a dominant UFC fighter, Chandler Jones is familiar with the hype and expectations that surround young professional athletes.  The youngest of the Jones’ brothers, Chandler was the first of two first round picks made by the Patriots in the 2012 NFL Draft.  The Pats traded ahead to pick 21 in order to secure the defensive end prospect out of Syracuse.  Anyone who knows Patriots head coach, Bill Belichick, are assured that he saw something in Jones, as we are so accustomed to Belichick trading down in the draft rather than up. Despite the success of his brothers and his own athletic ability, Chandler Jones was not always seen as a can’t miss prospect.  After deciding to follow in the foot steps of his brother Arthur and attend Syracuse, many felt Chandler missed his chance to jump onto...