Velus Jones Jr.’s Brief Stint with Seahawks Ends After Just One Day
SEATTLE — Wide receiver and return specialist Velus Jones Jr. barely had time to unpack his bags before his latest NFL stop came to an end. The Seattle Seahawks released Jones from their practice squad on Thursday, October 30, just one day after signing him, according to The Seattle Times’ Bob Condotta.
Jones’s short-lived stint in Seattle continues what has been an unpredictable professional journey for the 27-year-old speedster. Drafted in the third round of the 2022 NFL Draft by the Chicago Bears, Jones was expected to bring dynamic return ability and vertical speed to the offense.
However, inconsistent play, ball security issues, and limited offensive production hindered his progress in Chicago. After being waived earlier this season, he was looking for a fresh start — one that, in Seattle, proved fleeting.
His arrival in Seattle came with an intriguing storyline. The Seahawks’ new offensive coordinator, Klint Kubiak, previously served as quarterbacks coach and passing game coordinator for the San Francisco 49ers and was known for his innovative offensive schemes. Many believed that Kubiak might find creative ways to use Jones’s speed and versatility, perhaps as a gadget player or return option.
However, whatever plans the Seahawks might have had for Jones never materialized. The team released him just a day later, turning instead to a more familiar face — running back Myles Gaskin.
Gaskin, a University of Washington alum and former Miami Dolphins back, is no stranger to the Seahawks organization. He had a previous stint on Seattle’s practice squad earlier in the season before being released in early October. With injuries and roster shuffling in the backfield, Gaskin’s return provides the Seahawks with additional depth and experience behind Kenneth Walker III and rookie Zach Charbonnet.
For Jones, the release marks yet another setback in his attempt to solidify a role in the NFL. Despite flashes of potential — particularly as a return man during his college days at USC and Tennessee — consistency has been the missing ingredient in his professional career. Still, his combination of speed and athleticism could attract attention from other teams in need of special teams help as the season progresses.
The Seahawks, meanwhile, continue to tinker with the edges of their roster as they navigate the grind of the regular season. With Kubiak’s offense evolving and Seattle jockeying for playoff position in a competitive NFC West, flexibility and depth remain key priorities.
As for Jones, his time in Seattle may have lasted only 24 hours, but in the fast-paced world of NFL roster moves, even a brief opportunity can open doors elsewhere. For now, the former Bears receiver finds himself back on the market — still searching for the right team and the right fit to reignite his career.