Seahawks announce roster move for Velus Jones Jr. after Week 1 win
Seattle announces roster move for former Vol Velus Jones Jr. after Week 1 win against New England.
Seattle Seahawks secured a thrilling 13-10 victory over New England on Week 1, drawing in a crowd of 68,744 fans at Lumen Field. Ahead of the game, the team made several roster changes, including signing safety AJ Finley from the practice squad to the 53-man roster. They also elevated safety Rodney Thomas II and former Tennessee Volunteer Velus Jones Jr. to the main roster.
In contrast, guard Bryce Cabeldue was waived from the team. Following the Week 1 win, Jones Jr. and Thomas II were demoted back to the practice squad on Thursday. Velus Jones Jr., a Tennessee alumnus from 2020-21, made 23 appearances, contributing significantly with 84 receptions for 1,087 yards and 10 touchdowns, 31 rushing yards, 1,026 yards and one touchdown on 41 kick return attempts, and 272 yards on 18 punt return attempts. He was drafted by Chicago in the third round in 2022 (No. 71 overall).
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