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Field Gulls fantasy football takes on Velus Jones
Every source-backed article insight STACKED has extracted from Field Gulls about Velus Jones.
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All Field Gulls insights about Velus Jones
PositiveUsageAug 23, 2026
Expected to see increased carries in preseason games (Chiefs Friday and Titans Sunday) due to Jadarian Price being held out and other backfield depth issues. With Price unavailable and Emanuel Wilson injured, Jones will get a busy night of work in both contests.NegativeRoleAug 23, 2026
If Jadarian Price doesn't play against the Titans, Velus Jones Jr will get the bulk of the snaps at running back alongside George Holani, as Emanuel Wilson remains out of practice.PositiveUsageAug 22, 2026
Velus Jones Jr. produced a TD catch out of the backfield during joint practice against the Titans, alongside George Holani, demonstrating offensive versatility and pass-catching opportunity in the Seahawks' backfield.NegativeUsageAug 16, 2026
Had a few quality carries in the run game without being explosive; part of a Seahawks ground attack that showed some bright spots but lacked explosiveness overall.NegativeRoleAug 15, 2026
Wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. was involved in a training camp altercation when safety Rodney Thomas II decked him while he was carrying the ball, sparking a broader fight that included multiple Seahawks defenders.PositiveSleeperAug 15, 2026
Velus Jones Jr., cast off by the Chicago Bears after struggling as a receiver and returner with fumbles and drops, has seemingly reinvented himself as a 'Joker' type RB/WR hybrid who can also return kicks. While not an every-down back, his prior WR experience combined with his speed could make him a sneaky change-of-pace option. With the Seahawks running back room banged up (Jadarian Price, Emanuel Wilson, Jacardia Wright, and Zach Charbonnet all hurt), Velus has an avenue to crack the 53-man roster while other backs ahead of him are unavailable or have minimal preseason carries.NegativeDepth ChartAug 13, 2026
Versatile weapon Velus Jones Jr. is competing in a roster battle, aiming to force his way onto the Seahawks' 53-man roster during training camp and preseason evaluation.NegativeRoleAug 13, 2026
Velus Jones Jr is listed as a depth option in Seattle's running back contingency scenario. If Price, Wilson, and Wright are all unavailable, the source indicates that Velus Jones Jr, along with TJ Harden and Justin Jones, would receive most of the touches ahead of George Holani.NegativeDepth ChartAug 10, 2026
Jones is an intriguing name to watch due to his flexibility to play wide receiver and in the return game; the source projects him to be cut but expects he should survive waivers and make it to the practice squad.PositiveRoleAug 9, 2026
Despite initial resistance to Jones having much of a roster chance, there may be hope for him as a gadget WR/RB hybrid. The source likens him to JD McKissic as a Seahawks comparison, suggesting a potential niche role in the offense.PositiveUsageAug 9, 2026
RB receiving increased practice reps during Price's absence; the source notes that with Price out, the bulk of the work at practice has gone to the trio of Emanuel Wilson, George Holani, and Velus Jones Jr., creating opportunity for elevated touches and role visibility.NegativeRoleAug 8, 2026
Jones Jr is being used as an outlet option for Sam Darnold in situational drills with heavy pressure, alongside Emanuel Wilson and George Holani.NegativeRoleAug 6, 2026
Jones is a receiver/running back hybrid whose pass protection work is new territory; he and Jadarian Price are among the non-Holani/Charbonnet backs who need development in pass pro, a reasonable concern for Seattle entering the regular season.