. So yeah, theres still some time for me to make that decision. . . . . Jones ultimately transferred to Purdue for his final season of eligibility. . Charlie Jones Emerging as Receiver - Sports Illustrated Its pre-camp, so a lot of stuff can change, Wick said. He returned a punt 54 yards for a touchdown late in the second quarter of the 49-7 victory. Athlete. Snatches the ball out of the air and shows the concentration to make acrobatic catches look easy. Feels like it flew by but Im excited to be here. (70%*), Drafted: ROUND: 4 - Pick Number: 131 (CIN), (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance), SAN DIEGO COUNTY CREDIT UNION HOLIDAY BOWL, 2021 Reggie Roby Special Teams Award, specialist, 2021 First-team All-Big Ten return specialist by league coaches and media, 2021 First-team All-Big Ten kick return specialist by Phil Steele, 2020 Honorable mention All-America return specialist by Phil Steele, High School Earned all-conference honors as a junior and senior, Has outstanding hands and has just six drops in his entire college career. Really surprised at the combine with 4.43 forty - scouts will now take a second look. And its crazy to kind of be out on senior night. He played college football for Purdue University, and previously at the University at Buffalo and University of Iowa. . . New York Giants Draft Prospect: WR Charlie Jones . . three punt returns for five yards at PSU, with two returns negated by penalty . Even when the coaches are off, and no one is in the building, you walk in and Charlies here. After two seasons with the Bulls, Jones transferred to the University of Iowa, sitting out the 2019 season as a transfer. But Jones wanted more. Jones was the Big Ten Conference Returner of the Year in 2022. . 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All rights reserved. Purdue won 24-7. . He also returned 18 punts for a 6.3-yard average and five kick returns for 15.6. Despite having good timed speed Jones probably won't be viewed as the kind of player to threaten to take the top of the defense. *Percentile calculated on how any given stat would rank at the NFL combine Terms Of Service, Henry B. and Patricia B. Tippie Director of Athletics Chair, ISAAC - Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, UI Football Autograph Policy and Procedures. [8] He was also awarded a scholarship during the season. Iowa wide receiver and return man Charlie Jones is reportedly transferring within the Big Ten to the Purdue Boilermakers. . "But he said 'OK, this is the best path I'm going to take, and he took that path. I came out to practice every day and did as much as I could at receiver, Jones said. If they don't and. Riley Moss, Charlie Jones Earn B1G Individual Honors; 11 Hawkeyes Named dark, Larry Ruppis not a FanDuel employee. In December 2020, Jones earned honorable mention All-America honors as a return specialist from Phil Steele, and a scholarship from Iowa. The Deerfield, Illinois product had 18 receptions for 395 yards. With a punt return touchdown in 2020, a kickoff return touchdown last season, and three receiving touchdowns in . sign up now. The views expressed in their articles are the author's alone and do not necessarily reflect the views of FanDuel., 2023 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. Chloe Peterson, Assistant Sports Editor November 18, 2021 . The road hasnt always been easy for me, Jones said. Jones could help alleviate Purdue's loss of Cleveland Browns' third-round draft pick and All-American receiver David Bell and potentially holdover Milton Wright, whose status for this fall is uncertain. The 6-foot, 188-pound sixth-year senior was named Big Ten Conference Returner of the Year at the end of the 2021 season. . Here's everything you need to know about Jones' NFL combine performance, measurements and results. . . After two seasons at Buffalo and three at Iowa, the 5-11, 186-pound Jones had a break-out year for the Boilermakers when he led the country with 110 catches while clocking a 4.39-second 40-yard dash. "Every day, he comes in and takes another step forward. And, you know, there are a lot of days where it wasnt going my way. Also, Aiden, we grew up together and played little league together, said Jones, who was named the Big Ten Return Specialist of the Year last season. He also returned 15 kickoffs for 289 yards, with a long of 43 yards. I'm going to walk on, I've done my homework and this is where I want to go. We will update this space as soon as Charlie Jones' 3-cone time at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine is revealed. Iowa wide receiver Charlie Jones (16) returns a punt with teammate Matt Hankins (8) during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Purdue, Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, in Iowa City, Iowa. Charlie Jones WR Purdue | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report one kickoff return for 25 yards and one rushing attempt vs. Kent State . Hes still the same guy from a workload standpoint, with the same approach, so that part is refreshing, Woods said. Purdue WR #15 VIII Deerfield, IL . I really want this. We have a really good mix in the wide receiver room. . And though Wick was excited to see his name on the depth chart, he knows the circumstances are fluid and that depth charts can change in a hurry. (71%*), 124 (C) Also posted 21 catches for 323 . And he bet on himself. We work pretty well together, Jones said. Jones also returned a kickoff for a touchdown in Iowa's win over Illinois on Nov. 20. The Hawkeyes won the game 49-7 and Jones was named Big Ten Special Teams Player of the Week. Jones finished the season with 18 catches for 395 yards and three touchdowns. Currently, he is line to secure one of their key receiver spots. But to do it when no one is watching? IOWA CITY, Iowa - Charlie Jones has bragging rights in the Iowa wide receiver room right now. I dont know about that, Moss said. Senior wide receiver Charlie Jones entered the NCAA transfer portal on May 24. Its easy to have confidence but its tough when youre not playing well and thats something that as Ive gotten older I had to learn: That today is a new day and to have confidence in myself and the way I prepare.. . . Iowa receiver Charlie Jones (16) lays out for a catch in front of coverage from Minnesota's Justin Walley during their game on Nov. 13, 2021 at Kinnick Stadium on Iowa City, Iowa. "That's a part of our DNA. averaged 25.3 yards on kick returns . After two seasons at Buffalo and three at Iowa, the 5-11, 186-pound Jones had a break-out year for the Boilermakers when he led the country with 110 catches while clocking a 4.39-second 40-yard dash. Iowa, however, will be staying home. . Jones' selection ends a massive run of defensive players. Jones shuffled off to Buffalo, where he redshirted in 2017. "Not just in the weight room but on the field, every weekend on the JUGS machine.". It was a big risk leaving Buffalo, leaving a scholarship, and coming here and walking on, Jones said. 15 kickoff returns for 289 yards, with a long of 43 yards. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus), Iowa wide receiver Charlie Jones runs up field during an NCAA college football game against Michigan State, Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020, in Iowa City, Iowa. also had four punt returns for 53 yards at ISU, with a long of 24 yards, and 44 yards on two kickoff returns, with a long of 24 yards . . Charlie Neibergall/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. . In December, theres all kinds of time in December to start thinking a little bit more vividly about that or concretely about that. . Jeff Brohms spread offense at Purdue has caused major problems for Iowas vaunted defense and is the biggest reason Purdue has won four of the last five games in the series. first-team All-Big Ten kick return specialist by Phil Steele . That perfectly fit his make-up. Jones is one of three Hawkeyes all-time to score both punt and kick return touchdowns. While the two will be honored during Iowas Senior Day festivities, they arent sure if theyre done being Hawkeyes just yet. But a few things worked against him during the recruiting process: Injuries during his senior year and the offensive philosophy at Deerfield. Iowa's Charlie Jones catches the line-drive punt and weaves his way into the end zone. Bengals Take Chase Brown in Fifth Round of 2023 NFL Draft With Charlie Jones Gone, Can Iowa Find an Answer at Return Man? Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor. . Even ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr., found little wrong and offered a B-plus. 2023 All rights reserved. scored 14 career touchdowns as a prep. 16. Charlie Jones Height: 5'11" Weight: 175 pounds Arm Length: 31 5/8" Hand Size: 9" #RatedRookie | #NFLDraft The Draft Network (@TheDraftNetwork) March 4, 2023 Charlie Jones 40-Yard Dash Time He played at Buffalo from 2017-18 before moving to Iowa. Fans are eagerly waiting to see Myles Murphy, DJ Turner II, Jordan Battle and the rest of the Bengals' picks suit up for the upcoming season. Privacy Policy led the Big Ten and ranked 11th nationally with 10.5 average on punt returns in 2020 . You can connect with KenningtononTwitter@SkinnyKenny_or email him at ksmith@gannett.com. Charlie Jones officially measured 5-foot-11 and 175 pounds at the combine. two kickoff returns for 57 yards, with a long of 33 yards to start the game . Petras first found Jones on a 10-yard completion that put Iowa on the Cyclones' 26-yard line with just over a minute left in the first half. Jones will be reunited with former Iowa teammate and fellow receiver Tyrone Tracy Jr., who transferred to Purdue shortly after the end of last season. Charlie and Tory are always out here, Woods said. According to his 247sports profile, he only had one offer: Buffalo, where he singed in February 2017. . All rights reserved. saw action in 28-7 win over #25 Wisconsin . saw action in 42-3 loss to #2 Michigan . . . saw action in 41-21 win at Penn State as offense gained 175 net rushing yards . two receptions for 41 yards vs. Michigan, with a long of 28 yards, along with one rushing attempt for six yards . To be here on this team is pretty wild.. I had, you know, that plan in my head. . Its pretty simple, I came here for the offense, Jones said to GoldandBlack.com, which is the Rivals site for Purdue. Iowa wide receiver Charlie Jones puts his hands up to catch a pass during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021. Charlie Jones walked-on to the Iowa program before the 2019 season after playing his redshirt freshman season at Buffalo in 2018. As a result, many are interested to see how he tests at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. His departure from the Hawkeye football program became public Wednesday afternoon. . Iowa is a run-dominated offense, so . He struggled to find a school to call home for most of his college career. He'll aim to improve his draft stock at the scouting combine. Not only do the Hawkeyes lose a valuable weapon, they lose him to a divisional rival that has beaten Iowa four of the last five years. But that year, he learned a valuable lesson. Later, Tyler Goodson runs it 71 yards to set up a short touchdown from. "Even. started at wide receiver in 27-22 win over Minnesota . However, unlike when he signed at Buffalo, Jones joined the Hawkeyes as a walk-on. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus), Purdue wide receiver Charlie Jones makes a catch against Syracuse during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Syracuse, N.Y., Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022. 2023 NFL Draft: Bengals Select WR Charlie Jones, Purdue Charlie Jones explains why he transferred from Iowa to Purdue Charlie Jones returning to Iowa in 2022 - Go Iowa Awesome (4%*), 9 It definitely was a tough decision, Jones said. When it didn't shake out his way during his senior year (of high school), he could've moped and complained. He may now be viewed a potential deep threat, Is an effective and consistent kick and punt returner - make him much more useful to an NFL team, Very undersized prospect - who'll likely be viewed as a slot-only player, Has decent short area quickness although it's not elite and this limits his ability to shake off quality man corners, Despite playing four years at multiple schools has had only a single year where he was dominant - limited experience. one reception for two yards . OConnell passed for 375 yards and two touchdowns and zero interceptions during Purdues 24-7 victory over Iowa last season at Kinnick Stadium, while Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras threw four interceptions and finished with 195 passing yards in that game. two punt returns for 39 yards against Nebraska, with a long of 31 yards . Jones leaves a gap in Iowa's production both offensively and on special teams. . . Players Will be Tested 4 HRS Before Kickoff Franisdaman Oct 8, 2020 1 2 Next Franisdaman HR King Nov 3, 2012 65,859 79,560 113 Heaven, Iowa Oct 8, 2020 #1 And ISM wants to return punts!! saw action in 28-21 win at Nebraska as offense gained 186 net rushing yards . While the strategies and player selections recommended in his articles are his personal views, he may deploy different strategies and player selections when entering contests with his personal account. Scott Dochterman, Iowa beat writer: The Hawkeyes are down to only three experienced receivers from an offense that struggled mightily through the air. His name is Charlie Jones, a senior wide receiver and punt returner. . 2023 www.hawkcentral.com. I pride myself in the way I work. . Although Jones and Moss have used their four years of eligibility, the NCAA gave all 2020-21 student-athletes another season of eligibility because of COVID-19 giving them the option to return to Hawkeye football in 2022. You can find one of them on Iowas roster. Jones has impressed the Iowa coaches enough to earn a scholarship. But I dont think anyone on this team saw that as a surprise.. "He told me 'Coach, I want to play Division I football and I want to play in the Big Ten.' So, I came here for that kind of connection. Jones is a natural playmaker, at his best with the ball in his hands. Jones wasn'trecruited by Iowa or any Big Ten school during the 2017 cycle. Were learning something from each and every play. Hes working to improve as a punt returner, too. The 24-year-old excels when given the ball in space on crossing routes and quick slants as a shifty pass-catcher capable of slipping through tackles. started at wide receiver in 27-17 win at #9 Iowa State . Its gonna be very special to run out there and be able to hug my parents and itll be cool.. saw action in 49-7 win over Michigan State as offense rushed for 226 yards and gained 405 yards total offense . Jones caught two passes for 106 yards.The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers 27-22. Iowa wide receiver Charlie Jones hurdles over Illinois defensive back Christian Bobak during a football game between No. . . Because of depth, Jones would still have to wait to make an impact at his position. second-team All-Big Ten return specialist by league coaches . Former Iowa WR Charlie Jones transfers to Big Ten foe Purdue: Source Thats the trick moving forward.. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy), Iowa's Charlie Jones returns a punt during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Wisconsin, Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020, in Iowa City, Iowa. The 6-foot-0, 188-pound Jones announced today that he will be using his extra year of eligibility allowed by NCAA due to COVID and will play for the Hawkeyes as a sixth year senior in 2022.
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