FOXBORO, Mass. — Despite the departure of Stephone Gilmore, the New England Patriots still are on track to send a cornerback to the Pro Bowl.
J.C. Jackson began Thursday as the top vote-getter among all AFC cornerbacks. Should the fourth-year pro eventually make the roster, it would be a deserved honor for a player who has emerged as one of the most productive cornerbacks in the NFL. Jackson entered Week 15 ranked second in the league in interceptions (seven) and tied for fourth in pass breakups (eight). He currently is the 11th-ranked corner at Pro Football Focus.