Post by JABF on Jun 22, 2023 20:53:49 GMT -6
He really struggled his rookie year. But it sounds like he is a totally better player this second year. Things have clicked for him and he's thriving in this offense. And with Mooney and Claypool out he got a lot of work with Fields... and looked good. I wouldn't write this guy off as a bust yet.
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Velus Jones Jr.
Following a shaky rookie season, the Bears' decision to draft Scott had to put Jones on notice. With four receiver spots (Moore, Chase Claypool, Darnell Mooney, and Scott) locked, that leaves Jones battling with Dante Pettis and Equanimeous St. Brown for the final roster spots. Jones was quiet during OTAs but put together an excellent three-day minicamp that showed off his growing connection with Fields. Jones also worked with the punt return unit and did a good job fielding punts cleanly, something he struggled with last season. With Claypool and Mooney not participating for injury reasons, Jones got plenty of reps with Fields and the first-team offense. He showed a more diverse route tree than the go route-screen combo he worked during his rookie season. Jones beat Stevenson deep and did some nice work when matched up with Gordon in the slot, making several catches over the middle during the Bears' third-down period. The Bears have seen a different Jones entering Year 2.
Velus Jones Jr.
Following a shaky rookie season, the Bears' decision to draft Scott had to put Jones on notice. With four receiver spots (Moore, Chase Claypool, Darnell Mooney, and Scott) locked, that leaves Jones battling with Dante Pettis and Equanimeous St. Brown for the final roster spots. Jones was quiet during OTAs but put together an excellent three-day minicamp that showed off his growing connection with Fields. Jones also worked with the punt return unit and did a good job fielding punts cleanly, something he struggled with last season. With Claypool and Mooney not participating for injury reasons, Jones got plenty of reps with Fields and the first-team offense. He showed a more diverse route tree than the go route-screen combo he worked during his rookie season. Jones beat Stevenson deep and did some nice work when matched up with Gordon in the slot, making several catches over the middle during the Bears' third-down period. The Bears have seen a different Jones entering Year 2.
