The Chicago Bears’ 2022 11-man draft class consists of some intriguing names. The Bears landed two immediate contributors in the secondary in Kyler Gordon and Jaquan Brisker. But it’s third-round wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. who stood out to ESPN analyst Todd McShay.
Jones is coming off a breakout 2021 season, where he totaled 62 receptions for 807 yards and seven touchdowns. He was also a force on special teams as a returner after averaging 27.3 yards on 23 kickoff returns (with one touchdown) and 15.1 yards on 18 punt returns, earning him SEC Co-Special Teams Player of the Year honors.
While there are some who believe the Bears might’ve reached on Jones high in the third round, there’s plenty to love about Jones. He’s a speedster with great run-after-the-catch ability who has the potential to develop into a weapon in Luke Getsy’s offense.
