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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.
Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 16
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
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.
The 'No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft' quiz
How many of the No. 1 overall picks from the NFL Draft since 1966 can you name in six minutes?
Carolina Panthers News / Panthers Wire / December 11
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.
Ranking all 32 of the NFL's current QB situations
With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.
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
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 / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 16
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
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
Failed experiment: Bears finally admit defeat with big roster move
The fruitless era has finally come to an end.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 25
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
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 / Chicago Bears on SI / September 22
Day for Second-Guessers Leaves Bears Coaches with a Defeat
On this day the gaffes didn't belong to Velus Jones Jr. for once. He was only to be found on the inactive list. Instead, it was Bears coaches getting the criticism for decisions in play-calling and for how they used timeouts or even how they approached the next play up in a 21-16 loss to the Colts.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 22
Bears and Colts Inactives: Velus Jones Jr. Sidelined Again
For the second straight week, running back/receiver Velus Jones Jr. is inactive and joins injured Bears receiver Keenan Allen on the sidelines for Sunday's game against the Colts.
Chicago Bears News / Bleacher Nation / September 19
Velus Jones Jr. is Practicing with the Wide Receivers Again
Velus Jones Jr. was spotted practicing with wide receivers again — what could it mean?
Chicago Bears News / Bleacher Nation / September 13
Here We Go Again: It Sounds Like Velus Jones Jr. is Already on Thin Ice
Stop me if you've heard this one before, but it seems as if Velus Jones Jr. is in the dog house.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 12
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 / Total Apex Sports / September 12
Chicago Bears Receiver On Week Two Hot Seat
The Chicago Bears are happy to escape Week One with a comeback victory at home over the Tennessee Titans. In Caleb Williams’ debut, the offense looked shaky at best, but the defense and aspects of the special teams units helped propel the Chicago Bears to the 24-17 win.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 9
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 / ChiCitySports / August 14
Ian Wheeler vs. Velus Jones Jr.: Intense running back battle for final roster spot
With 53-man roster cuts looming, Ian Wheeler and Velus Jones Jr. are vying for the last running back position, showcasing their skills and determination in a high-stakes preseason duel.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / August 6
Position change could be what Bears speedster needs
Whether as a running back or return specialist, Velus Jones Jr. is running low on options.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / June 13
Chicago Bears sign weapon that will put Velus Jones Jr. on thin ice at training camp
On Thursday, the Chicago Bears made a signing that will put Velus Jones Jr. on thin ice during training camp. The Bears third-year wide receiver was hoping the league’s new kickoff rule could save his job, but the team has a new option at kick returner.
NFL News / Yardbarker / July 21, 2023
NFC North training camp watch: Biggest surprise, hottest seat, more
Taking a trip around the NFC North at the start of training camps.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / September 29, 2022
Bears may turn to rookie WR Velus Jones Jr. to fill void left by Byron Pringle
The last thing the Bears needed was an injury in their wide receiver group.
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