Velus Jones Jr. Fantasy

The Chicago Bears have been working rookie wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. at inside and outside receiver during organized team activities. "We've thrown him into the fire pretty quick, put him at two positions immediately," receivers coach Tyke Tolbert said. "Get him to learn it now. Because we want him to learn the whole concept but, specifically, a couple of positions to get him going. The more he can do, the more, obviously, he'll have a chance to play." Getting the ball in the hands of Jones, who will also work as a returner, will be a priority this offseason. Given the fact that Equanimeous St. Brown and Byron Pringle are behind Darnell Mooney on the receiving depth chart, Jones could be given plenty of chances to make things happen with his speed and playmaking abilities in his first NFL season.

May. 19th • 10:42 AM

Chicago Bears wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. has agreed to a four-year contract. The third round rookie figures to get plenty of attention this upcoming season. The Bears lack legitimate talent at wide receiver, so Jones could have a decent role. In 2021, Jones finished with 62 receptions, 807 receiving yards, and seven touchdowns during his senior year at Tennessee. The speedy wideout could be used in multiple roles, but we'll see how his game translates to the professional level.

May. 17th • 7:48 PM

The Chicago Bears have been impressed with rookie wide receiver Velus Jones Jr.'s speed, but they also like his overall makeup. Offensive coordinator Luke Getsy said Jones is a "physically mature dude." "I mean he can handle this league, you can see that already. Then the speed just jumped at you on the tape. When that guy gets the ball in his hands, he looks like 4.3 on the field. Not many guys can do that," Getsy said. Jones might not be a dynamic outside receiver like the ones taken in the first round, but his rare speed can make him versatile and able to move around in the offense. He'll have the opportunity to carve out a role as the No. 4 receiver in his rookie season behind Darnell Mooney, Byron Pringle and Equanimeous St. Brown.

May. 9th • 10:16 AM