Pacman Jones, who now insists on the name Adam Jones, has been reinstated by NFL commissioner Roger Goodell. Jones had been suspended from the NFL for numerous run-ins with the law.

In terms of fantasy football, Jones makes the Dallas Cowboys defense much more dangerous. He’s a big play threat that can intercept a pass and score a touchdown at any given moment. He should help make Dallas a top five defense in the 2008 fantasy football season.

Jones is also very valuable as a kick returner. If you get kick returner points for yardage or touchdowns, Jones being reinstated is very good news. Outside of Devin Hester, few players are in Jones’ class of raw speed and ability.

Expect Pacman Jones (or Adam Jones) to make more and more of an impact in fantasy football as the season progresses. The only thing that could hold him back is if he gets in trouble with the law again.

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Since being partially reinstated by Roger Goodell, Jones has been on his best behavior. In an effort to rehabilitate his image, Jones is now dropping his nickname. His Dallas teammates have been impressed by his play and his dedication to the team during the Cowboys recent practices.

Jones will need to continue to be on his best behavior to get fully reinstated for the 2008 season. Since being drafted, Jones has been arrested six times and there were six other incidents that required police intervention.

However, since the Tennessee Titans traded him to the Cowboys, Jones hasn’t seen his name in the police blotter. Adam Jones hopes that remains the case.

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Jones was suspended last year when he was on the Tennessee Titans due to many brushes with the law. Jones is now saying that he has learned from his past and will keep his nose clean.

If Jones does indeed clean up his act, he has an almost unlimited amount of football potential. He’s a defensive back who can be a game changer. Jones is a great athlete and has good hands for a defender. Once he gets his hands on the ball, he’s a threat to score.

In addition to his defensive responsibilities, expect the Cowboys to also use him to return punts and kicks. There is also some talk about Jones playing on the offensive side of the ball.

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While there is no guarantee that Jones will be reinstated, sources around Jones are hopeful. The Dallas Cowboys, the team who traded with the Tennessee Titans to acquire his rights, are also hopeful that Jones will be reinstated for the 2008 NFL season.

If Jones is reinstated, he could play multiple roles for the Cowboys in 2008. He’d primarily be a cornerback — and could possibly even start at the position. Additionally, Jones would also have duties in the kick return game. There is also talk that Jones could play some wide receiver.

If you are in a fantasy football league that uses defensive players, a reinstated Jones could be a nice sleeper pick. When he played for the Titans, Jones showed his immense talents. He is a big play cornerback who gambles a lot. He also can produce in the return game. He hasn’t been tested much as a wide receiver but he definitely has the speed to succeed at that position, as well.

Expect new reports in the next few days indicating whether or not Jones can resume his NFL career. Both Pacman Jones and the Cowboys will be waiting on pins and needs.

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