Bears HC Matt Eberflus offers observations regarding Velus Jones as a running back.
We witnessed this on Saturday, as Bears coach Matt Eberflus had stated earlier in the week that Jones will see some playing time at running back both in practice and in games. Jones gained 34 yards through six carries against the Bills, averaging 5.7 yards per carry, including a touchdown run of four yards. And, while early, it certainly looks like Chicago could have something in Jones out of the backfield.
Regarding Jones’ performance, Eberflus stated, “I thought it was positive,” following the game. “He performed admirably in really heading north. He’s a physical player with excellent lean mass, and you could see him really deaden the tackles to get those positive yards.”
It’s certainly an indication that we could see more of Jones at running back as the summer progresses, between practice and on-field reps. The former third-round pick is open to making the switch from receiver, which would make him a valuable asset on offense.
“God blessed me with speed, size and physicality, so why not?” Jones said, via ChicagoBears.com. “Anything to help this team out and increase value.”