The Jaguars promoted wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. and linebacker Anthony Pittman from their practice squad to the active roster via standard elevation on Saturday for Jacksonville’s Week 11 matchup with the Detroit Lions.
The Jaguars also ruled rookie running back Keilan Robinson, who is currently designated to return from the injured reserve, out of the contest.
Jones signed with Jacksonville’s practice squad on Oct. 29. A third-round NFL draft pick by Chicago in 2022, Jones appeared in 27 games and made two starts with the Bears before being released on Oct. 26.
Jones logged 12 receptions for 135 yards and one touchdown, 19 rushing attempts for 165 yards and one score, and averaged 26.7 yards per kickoff return over 29 tries with Chicago.
Pittman signed with Detroit as an undrafted free agent in 2019 and carved out roles as a depth linebacker and special teamer with the Lions for five seasons, recording 12 total tackles, one defended pass and one forced fumble.
Pittman signed with Washington this offseason but was released during the Commanders’ preseason roster cutdown. He joined the Jaguars’ practice squad on Oct. 7.
