He played college football for the Alabama Crimson Tide and was selected by the New England Patriots in the second round of the 2016 NFL draft.
[3] Jones played wide receiver as a freshman in 2012, catching four passes for 51 yards.
[6][7] Jones was the Defensive MVP of the 2015 Cotton Bowl after intercepting a redzone pass from Connor Cook with 18 seconds left in the second half to halt Michigan State's momentum and preserve Alabama's eventual 38–0 shutout of the Spartans.
[8] Jones was selected by the New England Patriots in the second round (60th overall) of the 2016 NFL draft.
[11] Jones finished his rookie regular season with seven tackles, no pass deflections, and no interceptions.
[13][14] Prior to the 2017 season, Jones switched to jersey number 41 and gave 24 to newcomer Stephon Gilmore.
[25] Jones earned the nickname "Clamp Clampington", which was given for his shutdown corner abilities, while at Alabama.