Velus Jones Jr.: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Seahawks Should Give Velus Jones Jr. Chance to Contribute vs. Broncos

The Seattle Seahawks made minor adjustments to their roster on Wednesday, signing running back Velus Jones Jr. from the practice squad and releasing wide receiver Irv Charles.

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Seahawks Re-Sign RB Velus Jones Jr. To Practice Squad

The Seattle Seahawks announced Tuesday that they re-signed RB Velus Jones Jr. to their practice squad. Seattle’s practice squad now includes: T Logan Brown CB Michael Dansby NT Deven Eastern CB Andre Fuller WR Emmanuel Henderson Jr.

Seattle Seahawks News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / May 22

Velus Jones Jr. Looking To Prove Worth in 2026 With Seahawks

The Seattle Seahawks relied on many players to get them their second Super Bowl title in franchise history this past season. It wasn’t just stars that created a dominant season for the Seahawks, but rather a collection of impact players with all kinds of roles.

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.

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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.

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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 / Pro Football Talk / October 21

Saints sign RB Velus Jones Jr. to the active roster from the practice squad

The Saints officially placed center Erik McCoy and running back Kendre Miller on season-ending injured reserve, the team announced Tuesday. McCoy tore his biceps in Sunday’s 26-14 loss to the Bears, and running back Kendre Miller tore his ACL.

NFL News / New Orleans Saints on SI / March 16, 2025

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.

Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 16, 2025

Saints Signing WR Velus Jones Jr

Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reports that the Saints are signing WR Velus Jones Jr to a contract on Saturday. Jones, 27, is a former third-round pick by the Bears in the 2022 NFL Draft out of Tennessee after transferring from USC.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / December 23, 2024

Panthers urged to give versatile offensive weapon a chance to show what he can do

The Carolina Panthers can't make the playoffs. They can, as they did Sunday, play spoiler and make things interesting in these last two weeks. Wins would be nice (or not, since it hurts draft stock), but finding out which players can and should make the future plans is better.

Carolina Panthers News / Panthers Wire / December 11, 2024

Panthers HC Dave Canales is asked about team's plans for RB Velus Jones Jr.

Now we know what the Carolina Panthers are classifying the newly-acquired Velus Jones Jr. as. On Tuesday, the team signed Jones Jr. from the Jacksonville Jaguars’ practice squad to their active roster.

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NFL News / 5 GOATs / December 10, 2024

Panthers signing former Tennessee, USC star WR Velus Jones Jr.

As Velus Jones Jr. tries to find his footing in the NFL, he’s headed to a new city — the Carolina Panthers are signing him off the Jacksonville Jaguars practice squad, according to FOX’s Jordan Schultz.

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.

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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 16, 2024

Jaguars Elevate Two Players Including WR Velus Jones Jr.

The Jacksonville Jaguars announced they have elevated WR Velus Jones Jr. and LB Anthony Pittman from the practice squad to the active roster for Week 11.

Chicago Bears News / 5 GOATs / October 29, 2024

Velus Jones Jr. to sign with Jacksonville Jaguars after Chicago Bears release

After the Chicago Bears released him last week, Velus Jones Jr. is set to sign with the Jacksonville Jaguars, The 33rd Team’s Ari Merov reported. The former USC and Tennessee standout had an up-and-down go during his time in Chicago.

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / October 26, 2024

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Bears Give Third-Round Pick Velus Jones Jr. the Boot

It shouldn't have been a shock because of his inactivity, but it was as a result of his draft pedigree. The Bears on Friday placed 2022 third-round draft pick Velus Jones Jr.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 6, 2024

Bears Inactive List Includes Velus Jones Jr. Again

Bears running back/wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. is among the inactive players for Sunday's game with the Carolina Panthers, the fourth straight game he has been inactive since his opening-day muffed kick return.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 12, 2024

Chicago Bears coach has harsh response to Velus Jones Jr.’s ‘lackadaisical’ comment

Velus Jones Jr. is in danger of losing his job in Week 2 after the Chicago Bears receiver muffed a kickoff return against the Tennessee Titans. The field position from Jones’ fumble gave the Titans an easy field goal attempt.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 9, 2024

Is Velus Jones Jr. Through This Time? Maybe Not

Two Bears personnel decisions came under scrutiny following Sunday's 24-17 win over the Tennessee Titans. The first was Velus Jones Jr. getting back into the game to play running back after he muffed a kickoff in the first half and then kicked the ball directly to charging Tennessee Titans coverage players while he tried to pick it up.

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / August 6, 2024