Miami Dolphins Player Gives Grim Outlook Of Life In NFL

Miami Dolphins cornerback Byron Jones responded to a 2015 tweet from the NFL calling him “Mr. Broad Jump” ahead of that year’s draft.

Jones responded with the following tweet.

Much has changed in 8 years. Today I can’t run or jump because of my injuries sustained playing this game. DO NOT take the pills they give you. DO NOT take the injections they give you. If you absolutely must, consult an outside doctor to learn the long-term implications. https://t.co/g5TTHDQGSY

— Byron Jones (@TheByronJones) February 25, 2023

He also shares a warning to current NFL players.

It was an honor and privilege to play in the NFL but it came at a regrettable cost I did not foresee. In my opinion, no amount of professional success or financial gain is worth avoidable chronic pain and disabilities. Godspeed to the draft class of 2023.

— Byron Jones (@TheByronJones) February 25, 2023

The former first-round pick of the Dallas Cowboys in the 2015 draft, sat out the entire 2022 season after offseason surgery to address ankle and Achilles issues, and has also dealt with knee issues in the past. He spent the whole year on the reserve/PUP (physically unable to perform) list.

Jones signed a five-year, $82 million deal in 2020. He represents an $18.3 million cap hit in 2023, but the Dolphins can save $13.6 million by releasing or trading him after June 1.

Jones made the Pro Bowl in 2018 and has 57 pass deflections and four interceptions in his eight-year career.

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