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Former Georgia RB changes positions with the Falcons
TL;DR
Former Georgia running back Cash Jones has been moved to wide receiver by the Atlanta Falcons. His transition comes as he participated in drills with the wide receivers during minicamp.
Key points
- Cash Jones transitioned from running back to wide receiver
- Participated in drills with wide receivers at minicamp
- Caught 20 passes for 195 yards during senior season at Georgia
- Finished Georgia career with 573 receiving yards
- Faces challenges in making the Falcons' 53-man roster
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The Atlanta Falcons appear to have changed the position of former Georgia Bulldogs running back Cash Jones. The Falcons have transitioned Jones to wide receiver according to his former Georgia teammate Zachariah Branch. It remains to be seen if the change is permanent.
Jones participated in drills with the wide receivers at Falcons minicamp. Jones played running back at Georgia, but primarily was third-down back. His ability to catch the ball out of the backfield was his strongest trait.
The 6-foot, 180-pound playmaker caught 20 passes for 195 yards and a touchdown during his senior season at Georgia. Jones finished his Georgia career with more receiving yards (573) than rushing yards (253).
Jones also has a knack for making big plays on special teams like a blocked punt and a recovered onside kick during his time at Georgia. Still, despite Jones' versatility, he's a bit of a long shot to make the Falcons' 53-man roster before the 2026 NFL season. Jones is learning a new position and is adjusting to the speed of the NFL.
Cash Jones is practicing with the Falcons' receivers
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Q&A
Why did the Atlanta Falcons change Cash Jones' position?
The Falcons changed Cash Jones' position to utilize his catching ability, as he was primarily a third-down back at Georgia.
What were Cash Jones' statistics during his senior season at Georgia?
During his senior season, Cash Jones caught 20 passes for 195 yards and one touchdown, finishing his career with more receiving yards (573) than rushing yards (253).
What challenges does Cash Jones face in making the Falcons' roster?
Cash Jones faces challenges in adjusting to the speed of the NFL and learning a new position, making him a long shot for the Falcons' 53-man roster before the 2026 season.
