As Bears’ rookies arrive, competition increases for 2022 draft pick Velus Jones

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As the Bears brought in a large group of draft picks and undrafted free agents for rookie minicamp, one question hovered about one of their rookies from last year: What will become of Velus Jones?

Jones was the shakiest of general manager Ryan Poles’ top three draft picks last year, and his path to finding a role at wide receiver is murkier than when they selected him. At the time, the No. 2 receiver spot behind Darnell Mooney was his for the taking. Since then, however, the Bears have traded for DJ Moore and Chase Claypool.

Additionally, veterans Equanimeous St. Brown and Dante Pettis have banked more credibility with the coaching staff and likely will be ahead of Jones when the Bears…