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The San Francisco 49ers have turned to a familiar kind of midseason fix, signing veteran defensive tackle Naquan Jones off the Minnesota Vikings practice squad and adding him to the active roster.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 23

The 49ers Signing Naquan Jones Might Foreshadow a Much Bigger Move

The 49ers are 2-0, but they know they have a major issue on the interior of their defensive line. That's why they just signed veteran nose tackle Naquan Jones off the Vikings' practice squad.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / September 23

49ers signing veteran defensive tackle off Vikings practice squad

The San Francisco 49ers are signing veteran defensive tackle Naquan Jones off the Minnesota Vikings' practice squad, according to NFL insider Tom Pelissero.

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Houston Texans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 23

49ers Signing DT Naquan Jones Off Vikings P-Squad

According to Tom Pelissero, the 49ers are signing DT Naquan Jones to their active roster from the Vikings’ practice squad. He’ll add some depth to their defensive line which is already dealing with a lot of injuries. Jones, 28, wound up going undrafted out of Michigan State back in April of 2021.

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Houston Texans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 8

Texans Re-Sign DL Naquan Jones

Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports that the Texans are re-signing DL Naquan Jones to a one-year contract worth $2 million. According to Pelissero, Jones can earn up to $2.5 million in 2026 with incentives.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 28

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NFL News / Houston Texans on SI / December 10

Texans Sign Former Chargers DT

The Houston Texans have been awarded another player off waivers heading into their Week 15 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals. According to a team announcement, the Texans have claimed defensive tackle Naquan Jones from the Los Angeles Chargers, bringing him onto the 53-man roster.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / December 10

Chargers stumble into loss on waiver wire, work out 5 free agents

The Los Angeles Chargers took some risks via roster moves before the Monday night win over the Philadelphia Eagles. Now, they’re paying the price on the waiver wire.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 9

Texans Claim DT Naquan Jones, Waive DB Jalen Mills

The Houston Texans officially waived DB Jalen Mills on Tuesday and claimed DT Naquan Jones off waivers from the Chargers. Jones, 27, wound up going undrafted out of Michigan State back in April of 2021.

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NFL News / A to Z Sports / December 8

Chargers veteran loses his job just hours before Los Angeles' game against the Philadelphia Eagles

The Los Angeles Chargers are making a difficult, but necessary, decision right before they hit the field for Monday Night Football in Week 15 against the Philadelphia Eagles.

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Los Angeles Chargers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 8

Chargers Waiving DT Naquan Jones To Clear Room For RB Omarion Hampton

According to Tom Pelissero, the Chargers are waiving DT Naquan Jones. The move creates a roster spot for first-round RB Omarion Hampton, who will be activated in time to play tonight against the Eagles. Jones, 27, wound up going undrafted out of Michigan State back in April of 2021.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / July 5, 2025

Chargers' signing already a cut candidate which highlights glaring mistake

The Los Angeles Chargers allowed breakout defensive tackle Poona Ford to walk in free agency, which resulted in the Chargers trying to fix the hole on the interior by adding Naquan Jones and Da'Shawn Hand on the open market.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / July 4, 2025

Notable Chargers signing is a cut candidate before ever playing a snap in LA

It's not uncommon for a player to sign with a team only to be cut from the 53-man roster after the preseason. Heck, most of the players the LA Chargers brought in this offseason are going to end up on the chopping block simply because of the nature of the NFL.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / June 16, 2025

Former Spartan Will be Key Piece to Chargers' Defensive Line

Former Michigan State Spartans defensive lineman Naquan Jones is looking towards his seventh NFL season and his first season with the Los Angeles Chargers since signing with the organization as a free agent back in March.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / April 29, 2025

New Chargers signing is already on thin ice after 2025 NFL Draft

After a free-agent class that some fans considered disappointing, the LA Chargers put together a strong class in the 2025 NFL Draft that should lay the foundation for success for many years to come.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 13, 2025

Chargers to sign pair of veteran defensive linemen

The Chargers have agreed to terms with a pair of defensive linemen.

NFL News / Bolt Beat / March 13, 2025

Chargers sign yet another former Titans' DT to bolster defensive line

The LA Chargers brought in several former members of the Tennessee Titans last offseason to great success. With the team needing to replace Poona Ford on the defensive line, the Chargers are tapping back into the Tennessee well.

Los Angeles Chargers News / LAFB Network / March 13, 2025

Los Angeles Chargers Secure Another Low Cost Defensive Lineman

The Los Angeles Chargers have added defensive lineman Naquan Jones (6 foot 3, 313 pounds) to their roster, as announced by his agent. This move is part of the Chargers’ ongoing efforts to strengthen their defensive tackle position, and Jones will be given the opportunity to compete for a spot in the rotation.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / January 6, 2025

Former Michigan State Star Could Earn Shocking NFL Pay Day

Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Naquan Jones is certainly not a household name. Jones plays for a rather unpopular NFL franchise, he isn't a star player and it's entirely possible that even the most diehard Michigan State Spartans fan has forgotten he existed.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / September 25, 2024

Key Cardinals defensive lineman out for season

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Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / August 29, 2024

Breaking Down The Dolphins Practice Squad

Miami signed quarterback Tim Boyle, wide receivers Robbie Chosen and Dee Eskridge as well as defensive tackle Naquan Jones on Thursday. Boyle was a 2018 undrafted free agent who played in 20 career games with five starts with Green Bay, Detroit, Chicago, and the Jets.

Arizona Cardinals News / Burn City Sports / December 5, 2023

Cardinals promote DL Naquan Jones to active roster

Despite them having a bye this week, the Arizona Cardinals are still getting work done as they have elevated defensive lineman Naquan Jones to their active roster today.