Velus Jones

Chicago Bears
Wide Receiver

Velus Jones News

Velus Jones Jr., Tyler Scott Active For Week 14

Chicago Bears wide receivers Velus Jones Jr. (illness) and Tyler Scott (hamstring) are officially active for Week 14 versus the Detroit Lions. They had been listed as questionable. Jones has been disappointing in his second pro season, amassing just three catches for nine yards. Meanwhile, Scott has 10 catches for 81 yards. Neither player belongs on the fantasy radar this Sunday.

Dec 10, 2023 12:14 PM EST

Expected to battle for roster spot

Jones may be competing for a roster spot with Dante Pettis, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

Jun 22, 2023 10:43 AM EST

Usage increases late in season

Jones rushed for a 42-yard touchdown in the Bears' 29-13 loss to the Vikings in Week 18, and ended the season with seven receptions for 107 yards and a touchdown along with nine carries for 103 yards and another touchdown over 12 games played.

Jan 8, 2023 5:27 PM EST

Quiet in losing effort

Jones rushed once for 13 yards in the Bears' 41-10 loss to the Lions on Sunday.

Jan 1, 2023 4:31 PM EST

Catches long pass

Jones caught two passes for 52 yards in the Bears' 35-13 loss to the Bills on Sunday.

Dec 24, 2022 2:58 PM EST

Loses costly fumble

Jones caught one pass for three yards and rushed once for no gain in the Bears' 25-20 loss to the Eagles on Sunday.

Dec 18, 2022 6:08 PM EST

Small role in offense

Jones rushed once for one yard in the Bears' 28-19 loss to the Packers on Sunday.

Dec 4, 2022 5:56 PM EST

Handles two rushing attempts

Jones rushed twice for for six yards in the Bears' 31-10 loss to the Jets on Sunday.

Nov 27, 2022 5:40 PM EST

In line to play Sunday

Jones (coach's decision) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Falcons.

Nov 20, 2022 8:52 AM EST

Healthy scratch once again

Jones (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's matchup against Detroit.

Nov 13, 2022 8:57 AM EST

Healthy scratch

Jones (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

Nov 6, 2022 8:38 AM EST

Productive as rusher

Jones caught one pass for five yards and rushed twice for 33 yards In the Bears' 49-29 loss to the Cowboys on Sunday.

Oct 30, 2022 5:26 PM EST

Loses costly fumble

Jones rushed once for eight yards, caught one pass for 10 yards and lost a fumble on a punt return in the Bears' 12-7 loss to the Commanders on Thursday.

Oct 14, 2022 4:09 AM EST

Scores on first NFL reception

Jones caught a nine-yard touchdown in the Bears' 29-22 loss to the Vikings on Sunday.

Oct 9, 2022 6:36 PM EST

Makes NFL debut

Jones wasn't targeted in the Bears' 20-12 loss to the Giants on Sunday.

Oct 2, 2022 6:13 PM EST

Suiting up Sunday

Jones (hamstring) is active for Sunday's game against the Giants.

Oct 2, 2022 8:43 AM EST

Week 4 debut likely

Jones (hamstring) was a full practice participant Friday and has practiced every day this week, so the rookie third-round pick could be in line to make his NFL debut Sunday against the Giants, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports. Jones is officially listed as questionable.

Sep 30, 2022 12:07 PM EST