Redskins running back Matt Jones has the skillset needed to excel in Washington's offense. With an increased workload in 2016 comes a focus on his ball security and ability to stay healthy.
Hindered by a hip injury at the tail-end of a productive rookie season, Washington Redskins running back Matt Jones recently had surgery to correct the issue.
Not only does Redskins head coach Jay Gruden see Jones returning to full health soon, he views him as the team’s No. 1 back moving forward.
“We’re excited about Matt and glad he got it taken care of, you could see it bothering him a little bit down the stretch,” Gruden said last month at the NFC Coaches Breakfast in Boca Raton, Fla.