In the early stages of his NFL career, long before off-field transgressions altered the narrative, the reputation of newly acquired Broncos cornerback Adam Jones inspired a specific kind of opponent fear.
Punt to Pacman at your own risk.
But what makes Jones think he can be a dynamic return man at age 34?
“Because I’ve been a dynamic returner my whole career,” Jones said Thursday following the Broncos’ 21-10 preseason victory at Arizona. “I just believe in my first two steps.”
Check the tape. 2005: A 57-yard run-back to the end zone against Houston. 2006: Three punt return touchdowns — 53 yards against Houston, 90 yards at Philadelphia and 81 yards against New England.