Velus Jones Bio, career timeline and draft history
- Age
- 29
- Height / weight
- 6'0", 204 lb
- Experience
- 5th season
2026 Season
- PPR PPG
- 0.0
- Pos rank
- WR171
- Rostered
- -
Week 5 vs. 49ers, Sun Oct 11, 4:25 PM ET 23rd vs. WRs, tough
Velus Jones Bio
Velus Jones is a wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks, where he wears No. 33. Born May 11, 1997, in Mobile, AL, he attended Saraland and played college football at USC and then Tennessee.
The Chicago Bears selected Jones in round 3, pick 71, of the 2022 NFL Draft. Since then, Jones played for the Carolina Panthers (2024) and New Orleans Saints (2025) and joined the Seattle Seahawks in 2025.
In 30 regular-season games since 2022, he has caught 12 passes for 135 yards and 1 touchdowns.
Career Timeline
4 stops with 4 teams in 5 seasons. Each block's width is the time he spent there.
What happened at each stop
Most recent first.
Seattle Seahawks Current team2025–present
He was a reserve, playing less than a quarter of the offensive snaps in 6 of 6 games. Member of the Super Bowl LX champion Seahawks.
New Orleans Saints2025
He was a reserve, playing less than a quarter of the offensive snaps in 5 of 5 games.
Carolina Panthers2024
He was a reserve, playing less than a quarter of the offensive snaps in 2 of 2 games.
Chicago Bears2022–2024
Selected in round 3, pick 71, of the 2022 NFL Draft. He was a reserve, playing less than a quarter of the offensive snaps in 25 of 27 games.
College: USC, Tennessee
Trades and Team Changes
- JoinedJoined the Seattle Seahawks; his first game with them was Week 14.
- JoinedJoined the New Orleans Saints; his first game with them was Week 4.
- JoinedJoined the Carolina Panthers; his first game with them was Week 17.
- DraftedSelected by the Chicago Bears in round 3, pick 71.
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About Velus Jones: Bio FAQ
How old is Velus Jones?
Velus Jones is 29 years old. He was born on May 11, 1997. 2026 is his 5th NFL season.
How tall is Velus Jones?
Velus Jones is 6 feet tall (6'0"), listed at 204 pounds, and plays wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks.
How much does Velus Jones weigh?
Velus Jones weighs 204 pounds, his listed weight on the Seattle Seahawks roster. He is listed at 6'0".
What number does Velus Jones wear?
Velus Jones wears number 33 for the Seattle Seahawks. He plays wide receiver.
What position does Velus Jones play?
Velus Jones plays wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks, wearing number 33. 2026 is his 5th season in the NFL.
What team does Velus Jones play for?
Velus Jones plays for the Seattle Seahawks as a wide receiver. He has been with the Seahawks since 2025.
Where did Velus Jones go to college?
Velus Jones played college football at Tennessee, after attending Saraland (AL).
Where is Velus Jones from?
Velus Jones went to high school in Alabama, at Saraland, before playing college football at Tennessee.
When is Velus Jones's birthday?
Velus Jones's birthday is May 11. He was born on May 11, 1997 and is 29 years old.
How long has Velus Jones been in the NFL?
2026 is Velus Jones's 5th NFL season; he entered the league in 2022. View his career statistics.
What teams has Velus Jones played for?
Velus Jones has played for the Chicago Bears, Carolina Panthers and Seattle Seahawks. View his career statistics.
Has Velus Jones won a Super Bowl?
Yes. Velus Jones was a member of the Seattle Seahawks team that won Super Bowl LX after the 2025 season.
What year did Velus Jones enter the NFL?
Velus Jones entered the NFL in 2022. 2026 is his 5th season.