Jones steps into a larger role with uncertainty around health. His development and opportunities will shape the Cardinals’ secondaries’ early-season trajectory and potential fantasy relevance.

Elijah Jones survived a crowded secondary in an 11-DB group and showed late-preseason flashes, despite injuries to Sean Murphy-Bunting and Star Thomas, signaling development behind the corners.

Elijah Jones provides athletic upside at corner; with six corners kept, he could be a trade candidate to balance the depth chart. His speed and versatility make him a prime asset in subpackages and on special teams, with potential to unlock fantasy upside if he lands on a more favorable defense.

Jones collapsed the second preseason with two pass breakups and a forced fumble, flashing coverage skills and ball disruption that could earn him a rotational corner role or a niche on special teams.

Elijah Jones is among the three Cardinals corners in contention for the final roster spots. His length and playmaking ability could help him secure a role as a depth CB and special-teams contributor, depending on how he performs in this game.