FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 11: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Las Vegas Raiders passes under pressure from Dre'mont Jones #5 of the New England Patriots during the second quarter at Gillette Stadium on October 11, 2026 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Winslow Townson/Getty Images) Getty
GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - OCTOBER 29: Jordan Love #10 of the Green Bay Packers warms up prior to the game against the Carolina Panthers at Lambeau Field on October 29, 2026 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) Getty
The Green Bay Packers are readying for a battle in Week 9 against the New England Patriots, and one opposing defender isn't hiding his personal feelings about Green Bay.
Patriots outside linebacker Dre'Mont Jones put forth a blunt admission prior to Sunday's Nov. 8 matchup, revealing that he has disliked the Packers since childhood.
And the veteran made it clear that he wants to turn those feelings into a strong performance against Green Bay quarterback Jordan Love.
GettyFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS – OCTOBER 11: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Las Vegas Raiders passes under pressure from Dre'mont Jones #5 of the New England Patriots during the second quarter at Gillette Stadium on October 11, 2026 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Winslow Townson/Getty Images)
Jones didn't mince words when asked about facing Green Bay during a Patriots media availability .
"Me personally, I don't like the Packers, man. Growing up I ain't like 'em," Jones said.
"So, there's no extra boost. I already got boost when I'm out there," Jones continued. "Playing football gives me the boost. I wanna play the Packers, I wanna beat the Packers. I wanna try my best to disrupt the quarterback."
Jones didn't elaborate on why he developed negative feelings toward the Packers growing up.
Nevertheless, his comments make it clear that he's looking forward to facing Green Bay and potentially making life difficult for Love.
The Packers will have an opportunity to answer Jones' strong words on the field Sunday afternoon at Gillette Stadium.
GettyGREEN BAY, WISCONSIN – OCTOBER 29: Jordan Love #10 of the Green Bay Packers warms up prior to the game against the Carolina Panthers at Lambeau Field on October 29, 2026 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
Jones' comments come as Green Bay prepares for a New England defense that has demonstrated its ability to pressure opposing quarterbacks.
The Patriots recorded five sacks in their 24-19 victory over the Miami Dolphins on Nov. 1, their highest single-game total of the season.
Meanwhile, Love has been carrying a significant offensive burden for the Packers amid the team's struggles establishing a consistent rushing attack.
The Green Bay quarterback enters Sunday's matchup with an NFL-leading 2,246 passing yards and 16 touchdown passes through eight games, according to The Associated Press .
Green Bay also faces uncertainty along its offensive line.
Center Sean Rhyan and offensive lineman Travis Glover both missed practice Thursday, Nov. 5, per the Packers' official injury report .
Jones himself was limited in practice by shoulder and knee issues, leaving his health worth monitoring ahead of kickoff.
Whether Jones can deliver the disruption he's seeking remains to be seen, but his comments have added another layer of intrigue to the Packers' upcoming trip to New England.
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