The Chicago Bears made a roster move on Thursday, signing wide receiver Malachi Jones. As a corresponding move, they waived wide receiver Matt Fleming.
Jones was a member of the Arena Football League’s Albany Empire for the 2018 season. The six-foot-three, 215-pound wide out was named the AFL Rookie of the Year earlier this week after totaling 77 receptions, 1,156 receiving yards and 29 touchdowns. Jones’ receiving yards total was the best in the league, while his touchdown total was the second-highest. He also provided some value in the ground game, rushing for five touchdowns.