Velus Jones Jr.

Career StatsF

Year	Team	GP	Yards	TD	YPC
Career		34	197	1	8.2
2025		8	32	0	8.0
2024		3	11	0	3.7
2023		14

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

This $1.2M AAV deal for Velus Jones Jr. earns a solid B CVI, representing fair value for a depth piece acquisition. The Seahawks are paying replacement-level money for a player who profiles as exactly that — a solid contributor who can fill multiple roles without breaking the budget. At 27, Jones is entering his prime years but lacks the upside to become more than a reliable depth option, making this a pragmatic move rather than a developmental bet. The modest financial commitment gives Seattle flexibility while addressing roster depth, with minimal downside risk given the relatively small investment. This is the type of under-the-radar signing that championship teams make to shore up their roster's foundation — not flashy, but competent value that allows the franchise to allocate bigger dollars elsewhere. Jones provides insurance and versatility at a price point that makes sense for both player and organization.

Performance Analysis

Velus Jones Jr.'s F grade in Seattle represents the final chapter of one of the worst draft picks in recent Bears history. Chicago used a third-round pick on the 25-year-old receiver, and the return was devastating — minimal receiving production and costly muffed returns that cost games. His F grade with the Seahawks confirms that the issues weren't just about Chicago's offense — Jones simply can't produce at the NFL level. His speed was supposed to be his ticket, but speed without the hands and route-running to complement it is worthless. Seattle took a low-risk flier and got the same player the Bears couldn't develop. Jones' career is a cautionary tale about drafting speed over production.