Patriots reportedly reacquiring cornerback J.C. Jackson in commerce with Chargers

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Jackson left New England as a free agent following the 2021 season.

J.C. Jackson taking part in for the Chargers earlier in 2023. AP Photograph/Kyusung Gong

J.C. Jackson reportedly heading again to the Patriots: With depth at cornerback a significant concern — particularly after the latest damage to rookie Christian Gonzalez — the Patriots seem to have taken a significant step in addressing the issue.

Based on NFL reporter Ian Rapoport, the Patriots have agreed to commerce for Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson. Per the reported terms of the deal, the 2 groups will swap sixth and seventh-round draft picks in 2025.

Jackson, 27, started his NFL profession in New England as an undrafted free agent in 2018. He rapidly established himself as a starter and proficient member of the crew’s secondary. In 4 seasons, he totaled 25 interceptions (main the NFL in 2020 with 9).

After the 2021 season, Jackson left the Patriots as a free agent, signing a five-year, $82.5 million take care of the Chargers. His time with the Chargers has been hampered by accidents, which restricted his 2022 season to only 5 video games.

In 2023, he was a wholesome scratch by Los Angeles in Week 3.

Nonetheless, his reported return to New England comes at an essential second. Gonzalez is out for the season, according to Rapoport, leaving the 1-3 Patriots in need of starting-level expertise at cornerback. If Jackson can discover his previous kind, it may be a significant increase for Invoice Belichick’s crew.

Scores and schedule:

Tonight, the Revolution host Columbus Crew at 7:30 p.m. New England, having already clinched a playoff spot, is trying to increase its 15-game house unbeaten run in 2023.

Tomorrow, the Bruins journey to play the Rangerts for the crew’s last preseason sport at 7:30 p.m. Boston begins the common season on Oct. 11 at TD Backyard in opposition to Chicago.

On Sunday, the Patriots will face the Saints at Gillette Stadium. Kickoff is about for 1 p.m.

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