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Chicago Sun-Times
Chicago Sun-Times
National
Mark Potash

Bears notebook: Velus Jones getting closer to NFL debut

Bears wide receiver Velus Jones had a 48-yard punt return against the Seahawks in the preseason. (Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times, Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times)

Bears rookie wide receiver Velus Jones is doubtful with a hamstring injury and not expected to play Sunday against the Texans. But the third-round draft pick from Tennessee is getting closer to returning after participating in practice on a limited basis for the second consecutive day Friday. 

“I’ve been praying on it. I feel close,” Jones said. “[Friday] was a good day — running and stuff like that. But just looking at everything one day at a time.” 

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