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Posted: 12/10/2008 5:02pm et

NFL.com reports Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Jack Del Rio made it sound in a radio interview like WR Matt Jones his a future with the team. 'He made the team, created a role and then blossomed. What we need to do now is build on that and go forward and continue to grow as a wide receiver ( a former quarterback now playing wide receiver ) and grow in that role,' Del Rio said.

The Huddle Take: Good news for those holding Jones in a dynasty league since he finally "got it" this year and stepped up his play unlike all other receivers for the Jaguars. His presense will be much missed the rest of the season but at least he should return next year.

Posted: 12/9/2008 2:34pm et

ESPNews reports Jacksonville Jaguars WR Matt Jones' suspension was upheld by the NFL and he will begin serving a three-game suspension for violating the league's substance abuse policy. Jones' appeal was denied by the NFL.

The Huddle Take: Reggie Williams and Jerry Porter immediately go a tick farther up in the Jaguar receiver food chain, while tight end Marcedes Lewis will likely get more balls thrown his way as well.

Posted: 11/24/2008 11:56am et

The Associated Press reports Jacksonville Jaguars WR Matt Jones' appeal of his three-game suspension will be heard Thursday, Dec. 4, in New York.

The Huddle Take: This should make Joey Porter happy. Jones is safe for at least one more game, but if the NFL acts quickly he could be gone as early as Week 14 against the Bears. If you've been banking on Jones as a starting fantasy wideout you'd better have a backup plan for the playoffs.

Posted: 11/13/2008 11:42am et

Jacksonville Jaguars WR Matt Jones still has not heard from the NFL about the appeal of his three-game suspension. The NFL likely will not rule on the appeal this week, so Jones likely will play in Week 11.

The Huddle Take: Suspensions are usually handed down on Tuesday or Wednesday, so all indications are the Jags will have their go-to receiver available for this week's tilt against the Titans—much to the chagrin of Joey Porter.

Posted: 11/11/2008 6:40pm et

Jacksonville Jaguars WR Matt Jones (leg) should be able to participate in practice this week. The injury does not appear to be serious.

The Huddle Take: All the while, he's still waiting to hear if and when a suspension will come down for his preseason drug arrest. It's a little ridiculous that we're heading toward Week 11 and no decision has been made. But if you have Jones, we'll let you know when something breaks so you can make the proper roster decision for your team.

Posted: 11/9/2008 11:25pm et

The Associated Press reports Jacksonville Jaguars WR Matt Jones (thigh) left the team's Week 10 game with a thigh injury. He finished with five receptions for 62 yards.

The Huddle Take: Jones has been the most consistent of the Jaguar receivers this season but it appears he could miss some action in the coming weeks due to either his thigh injury or potential disciplinary action from the league for his off the field problems. Fantasy owners should watch his status closely leading up to the teams Week 11 game.

Posted: 11/5/2008 10:30pm et

Jacksonville Jaguars WR Matt Jones still has not heard from the NFL offices regarding the appeal of his suspension. He likely will play in the team's Week 10 game if he does not hear anything by late Wednesday, Nov. 5, or early Thursday, Nov. 6.

The Huddle Take: Disciplinary action from the league could come at any time for Matt Jones who has been a nice option for the Jaguars passing game this season. Fantasy owners should consider him a No. 3 fantasy wideout as long as he remains in action on a consistent basis. Jacksonville has had a problem with the passing game for the last few seasons and 2008 appears to be no different as the Jags top receiver could miss some significant time if he is suspended.

Posted: 11/4/2008 8:23pm et

Jacksonville Jaguars WR Matt Jones is expected to get word about the appeal of his three-game suspension Wednesday, Nov. 5.

The Huddle Take: This is fairly big news for fantasy owners, as Jones is a semi decent fantasy receiver overall. It is likely he'll get at least a game off, but it could be more. Be prepared to make the necessary adjustments, and look for guys like Dennis Northcutt and possibly Jerry Porter to pick up some of the slack, for what that is worth in Jacksonville.

Posted: 10/31/2008 1:04pm et

The Florida Times-Union reports Jacksonville Jaguars WR Matt Jones is expected to play Week 9. Jones has yet to hear from the NFL regarding his appeal over a possible three-game suspension.

The Huddle Take: Suspensions are usually handed down earlier in the week, before each club implements the game plan for Sunday, so it's reasonably safe to assume Jones will be available this weekend. That three-game suspension, however, still looms.

Posted: 10/28/2008 1:24pm et

The Florida Times-Union reports Jacksonville Jaguars WR Matt Jones continues to await word on his status following appeal of a three-game suspension. 'Not a word,' Jones said. 'I'll call my agent Tuesday and see what's up.' Jones' agent, Alan Herman, is attempting to reduce the suspension.

The Huddle Take: We'll keep an eye on this and let you know as soon as word comes down. Prepare this week as if you won't have Jones on your roster, but be ready to act quickly if his appeal is successful.