If nothing else, the Pro Bowl might have offered Mac Jones a platform to establish himself as a legitimately likable NFL player.
The Patriots quarterback went viral when he ran for a fake touchdown in Sunday’s exhibition game in Las Vegas, punctuating the play with a “Griddy” celebration dance. Jones quickly earned the approval of many of his New England teammates.
But former Patriots also loved what they saw from the 23-year-old, who was a tough nut to crack during his rookie campaign. Arizona Cardinals pass-rusher Chandler Jones, who spent the first four seasons of his career in New England, used Twitter to offer his thoughts on Jones.
“Also became a big Mac Jones fan this weekend lol,” Jone tweeted Sunday night. “The Griddy was the cherry on top.”
Here’s hoping that Jones allows a bit more of his personality to come out next season, as it’s clear he’s not nearly as boring away from a podium as he is when standing behind one.
