The Packers inked wide receiver James Jones to a deal immediately after he landed in Wisconsin on Sunday, but waited an extra day to announce the move officially. To do that, first they had to make some room. Myles White was that room.
White came to the Packers as an undrafted free agent two seasons ago, catching nine passes for 66 yards in seven appearances. Jones brings valuable experience back to the team where he got it. He gained 4,350 yards over six years with quarterback Aaron Rodgers before spending a year with the Raiders and a summer with the Giants.
"He's a good football player," Packers coach Mike McCarthy said of Jones, via the Green Bay Press-Gazette. "Don't lose sight of that. Look at his tape in preseason and last year, he looks like James Jones. He's been a big part of our success in the past."
McCarthy added that Jones will likely be involved in the team's season opener at Chicago.
"I'm looking forward to seeing him in practice Wednesday," he said. "James is a very hard worker. I'm sure he'll be doing the same thing all week to be ready."
Jones' experience should aid the Packers' receiving corps, likely starting straight away as the No. 3 option behind Randall Cobb and Davante Adams. Rookie Ty Montgomery has also made strides and Jeff Janis is a potential, if inconsistent, talent.
"Great to have James back," McCarthy said. "Obviously everybody is excited. He has a certain energy about him. He's obviously a good fit for us, excellent player for us. I'm glad he's back."
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