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NFL News / A to Z Sports / January 24
Former Tennessee Vol will play in NFC Championship game after getting elevated from practice squad
A former Tennessee Vols standout will play in the NFC Championship game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday after getting elevated from the Seattle Seahawks' practice squad.
Seattle Seahawks News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 24
Seahawks Elevated RBs Cam Akers & Velus Jones
The Seahawks announced the elevation of running backs Cam Akers and Velus Jones ahead of the Conference Championship game. Akers, 26, was a second-round pick of the Rams out of Florida State in the 2020 NFL Draft.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / January 19
Seahawks WR Velus Jones Jr. mocks Chicago Bears after loss to Rams
The Chicago Bears drafted wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. in the third-round of the 2022 draft with the hope that he could help with special teams and the development of quarterback Justin Fields.
The 'Youngest Conference Champ QBs' quiz
How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history to win a Conference Championship game before turning 27 years old can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 17
Seahawks Elevated RB Velus Jones Jr.
The Seahawks announced that they have elevated RB Velus Jones Jr. ahead of their game against the 49ers. Jones, 28, is a former third-round pick by the Bears in the 2022 NFL Draft out of Tennessee after transferring from USC.
The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history
The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.
Seattle Seahawks News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 18
Seahawks Make Two Practice Squad Moves
The Seattle Seahawks announced they signed RB Velus Jones and WR Brenden Rice to their practice squad on Tuesday. Seattle hosted both players for workouts earlier today and was impressed enough to sign them. Jones, 27, is a former third-round pick by the Bears in the 2022 NFL Draft out of Tennessee after transferring from USC.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 29
Seahawks Signing WR Velus Jones Jr. To Practice Squad
According to Brady Henderson, the Seahawks are signing WR Velus Jones to their practice squad on Wednesday. Seattle also designed G Christian Haynes to
New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / October 28
Saints Have To Look Elsewhere For RB Depth
The New Orleans Saints have had some turnover in the running back room over the last few weeks. New Orleans lost running back Kendre Miller for the season as he suffered a torn ACL.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 24
Saints Claim TE Zaire Mitchell-Paden, Cut RB Velus Jones Jr
The New Orleans Saints officially claimed TE Zaire Mitchell-Paden off waivers from the Ravens on Friday and waived RB Velus Jones Jr. Mitchell-Paden, 26, originally signed on with the Browns as an undrafted free agent out of Florida Atlantic in 2022.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 9
Saints Sign WR Velus Jones To Practice Squad
The New Orleans Saints officially signed WR Velus Jones to their practice squad on Thursday. The NFL’s transactions wire has him listed as running back
NFL News / New Orleans Saints on SI / September 16
Vikings Quickly Sign Ex-Saints RB To Replace Aaron Jones
The Minnesota Vikings lost a significant piece on Sunday night. Minnesota lost against the Atlanta Falcons, 22-6. But, that's not all. Quarterback JJ McCarthy is going to miss some time with an injury.
Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game
For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / March 18
Former Tennessee Vols teammates reunited in the NFL during first wave of free agency
A couple of former Tennessee Vols teammates were reunited in the NFL this week. On Monday, the New Orleans Saints officially signed former Tennessee wide
NFL News / ChiCitySports / March 16
Former Chicago Bears wide receiver signing with New Orleans Saints
Former Chicago Bears wide receiver Velus Jones is heading south, after agreeing to terms on a one-year deal with the New Orleans Saints, according to a report from ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler.
NFL News / New Orleans Saints on SI / March 16
Saints Sign Former Bears Running Back, Might Use Him As Running Back
The New Orleans Saints added a multi-positional player to their roster on Saturday; but what will his role be on Kellen Moore’s team? Per a new report on Saturday night from ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, it appeared the Saints had added a receiver to their depth chart.
New Orleans Saints News / Athlon Sports / March 15
Saints Adding Former Third-Round Pick To Their Offense
The New Orleans Saints have added a wide receiver/running back. The team is signing Velus Jones Jr., according to a Saturday evening report by ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 7
Panthers Not Expected To Tender Four RFAs
Per Joseph Person of The Athletic, the Panthers are not expected to tender RFAs WR Deven Thompkins, RB Raheem Blackshear, WR Velus Jones Jr. or WR Dan Chisena. They will all become unrestricted free agents when the new league year starts next week.
NFL News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / December 10, 2024
Panthers Nab Versatile RB Jones From Jaguars' Practice Squad
The Jacksonville Jaguars have lost some running back depth. According to reports, the Carolina Panthers have signed veteran running back/wide receiver/return specialist Velus Jones to the active roster from the Jaguars' practice squad.
Chicago Bears News / On Tap Sports Net / November 25, 2024
Velus Jones Jr.'s Bears Belongings Show Up at Goodwill
I sincerely apologize if you were hoping not to read any more articles about Velus Jones Jr. Even after his release from the Chicago Bears after Week 7, the former third-round pick made some news Monday when his backpack found its way to a local Goodwill.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / October 29, 2024
Jaguars to sign veteran WR Velus Jones to reinforce position
Velus Jones went unclaimed on waivers but looks to have found a landing spot. The Jaguars are expected to add the free agent wide receiver, The33rdTeam’s Ari Meirov tweets.
Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / October 25, 2024
Velus Jones' NFL struggles continue after being waived by Bears
Velus Jones has not lived up to expectations with Chicago, and he may now be out of the organization altogether.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 14, 2024
Velus Jones' Skill Set Fits Change Bears Made But Can He Pull It Off?
It's been a week of work and when he's not talking about his late pet ferret for the amusement of media, Velus Jones Jr. has undergone quite the metamorphosis.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / June 26, 2024
Bears HC says former third-round WR is like a 'freight train' returning kickoffs
It sounds like the Bears are excited about the potential of one heretofore disappointing player as teams look to exploit the new kickoff rules in 2024.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / June 18, 2024
Bears' latest signing could be bad news for 2022 draft pick
Most were already expecting Jones to have to fight for a roster spot in Chicago's training camp this summer. But with the Bears' latest signing, the difficulty of that fight seems like it's much higher.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / June 13, 2024
Chicago Bears 25 Most important players of 2024: #24 Velus Jones
We continue our series looking at the 25 most important Chicago Bears players. At number 24 we have Velus Jones, who can either be a big part of the special teams or find himself off the roster.
Chicago Bears News / NFL Analysis Network / May 13, 2024
Chicago Bears Reveal Big Plans For This Offensive Playmaker
When the Chicago Bears selected wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. in the third round of the 2022 NFL Draft, many felt he would bring an explosive element to the Bears’ offense.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / March 21, 2024
Three hottest seats on Chicago Bears
Following a disappointing 7-10 season in 2023, the Chicago Bears are approaching the start of a new era.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / November 19, 2022
What Bears teammates are telling Velus Jones Jr. after recent benching
Chicago Bears rookie receiver Velus Jones Jr. hasn’t played a down in two weeks, but fortunately his teammates are helping lift his spirits after consecutive healthy scratches.
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