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Analysis: Jones’s defensive acumen didn’t translate into success in second Elks stint
The innovations and schemes that earned Chris Jones a reputation as a defensive guru didn’t translate into success as the Edmonton Elks head coach and general manager.
The Elks fired Jones on Monday following an 0-5 start to the season. Over two-plus seasons under Jones, Edmonton compiled an 8-33 record.
The axe fell during an Edmonton season that’s been plagued by costly turnovers, untimely penalties and an inability to finish.
Jones was in his second stint as Edmonton head coach, having taken on his first CFL head-coaching job with the club following the 2013 season. He rewarded the franchise with a Grey Cup title in 2015 before leaving to become the Saskatchewan Roughriders head coach/GM a week later.