2023 Receiving Stats
REC
4
YDS
20
TD
0
AVG
5.0
TAR
7
2024 Projections
2023 Fantasy Outlook
Jones' greatest value to the Bears in his rookie 2022 season was as a kick returner. On offense, he actually had more rushing attempts (nine) than receptions (seven), with seven of those touches coming in the last four games of the campaign. Despite the uptick in late-season usage, he'll be competing for a depth role on offense this fall with Equanimeous St. Brown, Dante Pettis and Tyler Scott, while likely retaining his role on special teams on game days. Read Past Outlooks
RANKS
Concludes second season in Chicago
Jones was not targeted but posted 113 kick-return yards in the Bears' 17-9 loss to the Packers on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
After being selected in the third round of the 2023 draft, Jones has not become a regular part of Chicago's offense. On the season, he caught four passes for 20 yards to go with eight rushes for 51 yards. Although Jones has two years remaining on his rookie contract, he could be battling for a roster spot in 2024.
After being selected in the third round of the 2023 draft, Jones has not become a regular part of Chicago's offense. On the season, he caught four passes for 20 yards to go with eight rushes for 51 yards. Although Jones has two years remaining on his rookie contract, he could be battling for a roster spot in 2024.
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How do Velus Jones' 2023 advanced stats compare to other wide receivers?
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Air Yards Per Game
6.1Air Yards Per Snap
0.92% Team Air Yards
2.4%% Team Targets
1.5%Avg Depth of Target
12.3 YdsCatch Rate
57.1%Drop Rate
14.3%Avg Yds After Catch
3.8% Targeted On Route
12.5%Avg Yds Per Route Run
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Receiving Alignment Breakdown
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2023 Velus Jones Split Stats
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Measurables Review
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How do Velus Jones' measurables compare to other wide receivers?
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Height
6' 0"Weight
200 lbs40-Yard Dash
4.31 secVertical Jump
33.0 inBroad Jump
121 inHand Length
9.75 inArm Length
30.88 in
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Latest Fantasy Rumors
On roster bubble
Jones is on the Bears' roster bubble heading into training camp, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones was a third-round selection in the 2022 NFL Draft, but he had a disappointing rookie campaign. He appeared in only 12 games and was on the field for 156 offensive snaps, making minimal impact on seven catches. The Bears made a considerable effort to bolster their receiving corps this offseason by acquiring DJ Moore while also drafting Tyler Scott in the fourth round. That likely means that even if Jones does make the team, his primary contribution could come on special teams.
Jones was a third-round selection in the 2022 NFL Draft, but he had a disappointing rookie campaign. He appeared in only 12 games and was on the field for 156 offensive snaps, making minimal impact on seven catches. The Bears made a considerable effort to bolster their receiving corps this offseason by acquiring DJ Moore while also drafting Tyler Scott in the fourth round. That likely means that even if Jones does make the team, his primary contribution could come on special teams.
2022 Fantasy Outlook
Jones didn't break out until his fifth year of college as a 24-year-old. That late college production presents some red flags as he embarks on his NFL career, as he'll no longer have the athletic advantage he had over his peers in college. But Chicago wanted to infuse speed into their offense, and with a 4.31 time in the 40-yard dash, Jones could profile as a deep threat right away. Although there's potential for him to be a starting receiver Week 1, he should be considered a boom-or-bust option as a rookie.
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Continues to see light usage
Jones rushed once for four yards in the Bears' 27-16 win over the Cardinals on Sunday.
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Used as a runner in loss
Jones rushed twice for 23 yards in the Bears' 20-17 loss to the Browns on Sunday.
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Minimal usage in win
Jones caught one pass for 11 yards in the Bears' 28-13 win over the Lions on Sunday.
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Ready to play
Jones (illness) is active Sunday against the Lions.
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Questionable for Sunday
Jones (illness) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Lions.
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