Funny: Bears draft pick almost didn't answer the phone on draft night
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M. Robitaille
June 13, 2022 (1:55 PM)
Velus Jones almost let the phone ring when he got the call on the draft night. The playmaker out of Tennessee had to regroup the many emotions that overwhelm you when you live life-changing moments.
Jones said on the Podsters of the Midway podcast:
«I almost didn't answer the call because I was stunned just looking at the phone,» «I got on and it was just like, man. It felt like a dream.»
Jones has an opportunity to make an immediate impact as a rookie. He is joining a very underwhelming group of pass-catchers in Chicago who was recently ranked worst in the NFL (Pro Football Focus).
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Let's see how he can develop and build chemistry with young quarterback Justin Fields.
Watch the life-changing phone call:
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