Patriots' J.C. Jackson Placed on Non-Football Illness List Due to Mental Health Issues

Jackson's Absence from Recent Game Against Chiefs Highlights Ongoing Struggles Since Return to Patriots

J.C. Jackson, cornerback for the New England Patriots, has been placed on the reserve/non-football illness list due to ongoing mental health issues.
Jackson's agent, Neil Schwartz, confirmed the mental health struggles, and Jackson himself has spoken about his mental health journey.
Jackson was absent from the recent game against the Kansas City Chiefs, despite being expected to play, leading to a last-minute change in the team's lineup.
Earlier this season, Jackson was benominated for missing curfew and did not travel with the team for a game in Germany.
Jackson, who had a successful first stint with the Patriots, has had a challenging season since returning to the team after a less successful period with the Los Angeles Chargers.