Marcus Jones is in the middle of possibly his best season with the Patriots. On Tuesday, New England’s front office showed him how much it appreciates his efforts.

The team announced that the 27-year-old cornerback has signed a contract extension. Terms of the deal were not released, but it will keep Jones from entering free agency this summer when his rookie deal was set to expire.

A third-round draft pick by New England in 2022, he has totaled 36 tackles, two interceptions, nine pass breakups and a sack through eight games while being on the field for 76% of the defensive snaps. The two picks have already tied his career high from his rookie season. The nine breakups are one shy of equaling his career best.

His output this season is a function of the connectivity he’s had with his tea

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