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The Seattle Times Seahawks fantasy football takes on Velus Jones
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All The Seattle Times Seahawks insights about Velus Jones
NegativeUsageOct 16, 2026
Jones combined with running backs Emanuel Wilson and George Holani for a forgettable 92 yards, four yards per carry in the Seahawks' loss to Denver. The running back group's underperformance was part of a collage of underperforming offensive parts.NegativeUsageOct 16, 2026
Jones Jr. got some work in the running back rotation with 20 yards on four carries against Denver.NegativeRoleOct 15, 2026
Jones Jr. is one of three active running backs for the Seahawks against Denver, with Robert Henry Jr. inactive and Zach Charbonnet out. The Seahawks are hoping to get Charbonnet back for their next game on Oct. 25 against the Chiefs.NegativeRoleOct 15, 2026
Running back Velus Jones Jr. was cut and re-signed to the 53-man roster this week; while he seems sure to be active for special teams reasons, the Seahawks might work him in more in the backfield against Denver.NegativeDepth ChartOct 14, 2026
Velus Jones Jr. was signed from the practice squad to the 53-man roster on Wednesday for additional depth at running back.NegativeDepth ChartOct 14, 2026
Running back Velus Jones Jr. was released from the 53-man roster to make room for receiver Irv Charles to be activated from injured reserve; Jones was subsequently re-signed to the practice squad.NegativeDepth ChartOct 6, 2026
Velus Jones Jr. is one of four running backs on the Seahawks' 53-man roster as the team addresses depth at the position following injuries through the first four games of the season.NegativeDepth ChartOct 6, 2026
Velus Jones Jr. is one of three running backs on Seahawks 53-man roster alongside Emanuel Wilson and George Holani.NegativeRoleOct 5, 2026
Velus Jones Jr. was signed by the Seahawks to the 53-man roster off the practice squad and played two snaps on offense but did not have a carry in the 30-23 win over the Chargers.NegativeRoleOct 5, 2026
Running back is part of the Seahawks' backfield rotation for Week 5 against the 49ers, alongside Emanuel Wilson, George Holani, and Rashid Shaheed, with Zach Charbonnet unavailable and Jadarian Price sidelined.NegativeRoleOct 4, 2026
Velus Jones Jr. was signed off the practice squad Saturday and is one of two running backs available for the Seahawks' Sunday game, indicating the team's need to address depth at the position.PositiveRoleOct 4, 2026
Signed to roster Saturday to replace Price in the backfield rotation. Has not played an offensive snap this season but carries strong career efficiency: 197 yards on 24 carries (8.2 yards per attempt) including a 42-yard touchdown run in 2022.PositiveRoleOct 3, 2026
Signed off the practice squad to take Price's place on the 53-man roster. Jones has played in 39 NFL games since entering the league as a third-round choice of the Bears in 2022 out of Tennessee (also played at USC). He has been used as both a receiver and running back with 197 yards on 24 carries in his career, including 32 yards on 4 carries with Seattle last season. Joined the Seahawks' practice squad last October and played in three games for Seattle last season and also this year against the Patriots and Commanders as a practice squad elevation. Coach Mike Macdonald said: "Velus is a guy that we were excited to bring on last year. When he had his opportunities, he did a great job. He's played great at gunner for us. On offense, he's had a great offseason. Just like all these guys. If you get an opportunity, we're excited to see what he can do."NegativeRoleOct 2, 2026
Practice squad RB likely to be elevated off the practice squad on Saturday to work behind Wilson and Holani. Jones has already been elevated twice this season and has not seen offensive action but has played 39 special-teams snaps.NegativeDepth ChartSep 21, 2026
Velus Jones Jr. was not elevated off the practice squad for the Seahawks' game against Arizona, despite being elevated for the opener against the Patriots. The team had only three running backs available.NegativeRoleSep 9, 2026
Running back Velus Jones Jr. was elevated off the practice squad for Week 1 against New England, giving the Seahawks four running backs for the game. Jones is likely to play significantly on special teams in addition to his offensive role.NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026
Running back Velus Jones Jr. was signed to the Seahawks practice squad after being cut on Sunday; he can be elevated for up to three games before being subject to waivers and required to go on the 53-man roster.NegativeDepth ChartAug 30, 2026
Running back Velus Jones Jr. had his contract terminated but will not have to go through waivers as a veteran and can re-sign as soon as Monday. The source expects Seattle to bring back Velus Jones Jr. to the practice squad.PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026
Jones has had a good camp and provides versatility, special teams ability, and needed depth, securing his roster spot.NegativeInjuryAug 27, 2026
Running back Velus Jones Jr. was absent from Wednesday's practice after practicing on Tuesday, suggesting a day-to-day availability situation.NegativeRoleAug 24, 2026
Running back Velus Jones Jr. handled running back duties in the preseason game against Tennessee with Holani and Emanuel Wilson rested and Price held out.NegativeUsageAug 22, 2026
Positioned to get significant carries Sunday if Jadarian Price and George Holani are limited or unavailable.NegativeRoleAug 18, 2026
Running back Velus Jones Jr. played in Saturday's preseason opener against Dallas and remained in the Seahawks' five-back rotation on Monday as the team navigates injuries to Zach Charbonnet and Emanuel Wilson.NegativeRoleAug 13, 2026
Jones Jr. is among the available running backs for Seattle in the preseason, listed alongside Price (assuming recovery), George Holani, and recent free-agent signees Justin Jones and T.J. Harden as the team navigates absences from Charbonnet and Jacardia Wright.PositiveRoleAug 12, 2026
Running back Jones Jr. caught a pinpoint pass down the sideline from backup QB Drew Lock right at the pylon for about a 20-yard TD, getting just enough behind linebacker Ernest Jones IV to make the catch. He also got work at the end of practice at running back.NegativeRoleAug 7, 2026
Jones Jr. was one of four available running backs on Friday with Price out, Charbonnet on PUP, and Wright sidelined. He did not get the bulk of the No. 1 offense work, which went to Holani and Wilson.PositiveUsageAug 4, 2026
Running back Velus Jones Jr. got increased snaps after Jacardia Wright left practice with a leg injury, recording at least three receptions for decent gains during Monday's session.NegativeRoleAug 3, 2026
Running back Velus Jones Jr. was featured on Hard Knocks with the Bears in 2024 during training camp as a former third-round pick on the roster bubble entering his third NFL season. He became a key storyline on the show, with one episode spotlighting his pet ferret, Crash, who died in 2020. Jones characterized the experience positively: 'It was a cool experience. My family got to get some laughs in and everything.' He echoes Nwosu's advice to 'just be yourself and enjoy football. Football is fun. It's the sport you've been playing since you were just a little kid, so literally just have fun with it.'NegativeDepth ChartJul 29, 2026
The Seahawks officially changed the position of Velus Jones Jr. from receiver to running back. Jones has played receiver in his NFL career but has been used solely at running back in camp with the team experiencing some depth issues at that spot, indicating a positional shift driven by roster needs.NegativeDepth ChartJul 29, 2026
The Seahawks officially changed Jones' position from receiver to running back. Jones has played receiver in his NFL career but has been used solely at running back in camp with the team experiencing depth issues at that spot.NegativeRoleJul 28, 2026
Jones Jr., listed as a receiver but with NFL experience at running back, is one of five healthy running backs available to the Seahawks in camp and has played the running back position during camp.NegativeRoleJul 26, 2026
Veteran Velus Jones Jr. worked at running back during training camp practice as part of the team's running back rotation, appearing to work solely at that spot during the no-contact practice.NegativeRoleJul 22, 2026
Velus Jones Jr., listed as a receiver, has played running back during his NFL career with 24 carries for 197 yards overall, including four carries for 32 yards last season with Seattle. He got some snaps at running back during the offseason program and could provide depth at the position with Charbonnet and McIntosh on PUP list.NegativeRoleJul 22, 2026
Listed as receiver but has played running back during NFL career with 24 carries for 197 yards overall, including four carries for 32 yards last season with Seattle; got snaps at RB during offseason program.