12.4K followers. Was a first-team All-Big Ten selection as a returner. After earning the trust of his coaches and waiting his turn, its finally time for Jones to be a key fixture in the Hawkeyes 2021 offense. However, unlike when he signed at Buffalo, Jones joined the Hawkeyes as a walk-on. Even ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr., found little wrong and offered a B-plus. First and foremost, Charlie is an incredible, insane worker, said LeVar Woods, Iowas special teams coordinator. . second-team All-Big Ten by Associated Press . . He can catch a lot of tough balls, Spencer Petras said of Wick at media day. . . one reception for nine yards at Wisconsin . led the Big Ten and ranked 11th nationally with 10.5 average on punt returns in 2020 . Member of the Kinnick Stadium Media Wall of Fame. . . . also had two rushing attempts for 38 yards . Jones has already transferred once before. Last year, Jones compiled 469 offensive snaps, the most of any Iowa receiver. . But Jones was also listed as the backup behind Nico Ragaini at one of the receiver positions during spring practice. . 2021 Honors Brett Greenwood Award . Charlie Jones, Riley Moss open to 2022 return to Iowa football Former Iowa Hawkeye Charlie Jones linked to Purdue as transfer - MSN Be sure to keep it locked on All Bengals all the time! High school was totally different from college, said the 6-foot, 188-pound Jones. When Man and Machine Become One: The Robotic Rise of Charlie Jones Charlie Jones walked-on to the Iowa program before the 2019 season after playing his redshirt freshman season at Buffalo in 2018. 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. Jones enters this season as one of the most experienced in Iowa's wide receiver room. . Jones, Trader leave Iowa football program on same day - Globe Gazette . Iowa's Charlie Jones keeps family written on his arms as central 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. Iowa Football: Best photos of WR Charlie Jones with the Hawkeyes You can find one of them on Iowas roster. . . May 25, 2022. . Iowa wide receiver Charlie Jones runs from Minnesota defensive back Tyler Nubin (27) during a 72-yard touchdown reception in the second half of a Big 10 regular season game in Iowa City last season. 2020 Saw first action of career in 24-20 loss at Purdue . Jones also returned a kickoff for a touchdown in Iowa's win over Illinois on Nov. 20. Snatches the ball out of the air and shows the concentration to make acrobatic catches look easy. Purdue won 24-7. Head coach Kirk Ferentz said he made rounds to seniors with eligibility remaining in the Hawkeyes bye week in October, to see if any of them wanted to return in 2022. . He said hell pursue that opportunity by coming out here and trying to focus on one thing a day. . . Charlie Jones (born October 29, 1998) is an American football wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals of the National Football League (NFL). / Ahead of the combine, Charlie Jones is listed at an even 6-foot and 188 pounds. Reggie Roby Special Teams Award, specialist . . (71%*), 124 (C) Iowa wide receiver Charlie Jones probably had a hint early on that a path to major college football might require a different route than it typically did for others. Iowa Coach Kirk Ferentz has also hinted that Jones is in the mix for a spot in the wide receiver rotation. Overall, Jones produced 1,251 all-purpose yards on offense and special teams. He had the burning desire to prove himself at a higher level, and Iowa gave him that opportunity. He sat out the entire 2019-20 season under the old transfer legislation. Projections peg the Illinois native to post a 40-yard dash time around the 4.5-second mark, although it remains to be seen where he officially clocks in at. . . See the best photos of WR Charlie Jones, the Bengals fourth pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. It starts with attitude: you have to want to be out there and if you have the requisite ability, and Charlie does, then it's all positive for us.". Charlie Jones (born October 29, 1998) is an American football wide receiver for Purdue University. Thats called a coachs dream. 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. Riley Moss, Charlie Jones Earn B1G Individual Honors; 11 Hawkeyes Named Charlie Jones began his collegiate career at Buffalo, with which he hauled in 18 receptions for 395 yards (21.9 ypr) and three touchdowns as a redshirt freshman in 2018. "He had a great opportunity at Buffalo but I think it gave him a hunger for more," Winiecki said. 34-yard reception led to first touchdown of the day . In 2018 as a freshman Jones saw action in 14 games for the Bulls as he made 18 receptions for 395 yards for an average of 21.9 yards per reception, with 3 TDs, and QB rating when targeted of 84.8. Jones is not considered a burner by any means, but he has shown that he can turn on the jets in order to get by a defender. Last week, Iowa's football team took a major personnel hit just ahead of summer conditioning work. He 684 total yards (395 receiving) in helping the Bulls reach a 10-4 record. Later, Tyler Goodson runs it 71 yards to set up a short touchdown from. 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. Iowa won 28-7. But to do that, he needed to show improvement at receiver. . New York Giants Draft Prospect: WR Charlie Jones [7] Jones finished the 2020 season with 21 punt returns for 221 yards and one touchdown and was named second team All-Big Ten Conference as a returner by the league's coaches. He transferred to Iowa, where he played the last two seasons, hauling in 21 receptions for 323 yards (15.4 ypr) and three more scores last season. . All rights reserved, MATTHEW PUTNEY/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. On the Hawkeyes spring practice depth chart, Jones was not listed as one of the top two options at wide receiver. . And he hadnt done it here at Iowa. So, I came here for that kind of connection. And, you know, there are a lot of days where it wasnt going my way. two punt returns for 39 yards against Nebraska, with a long of 31 yards . . Tory is punting them, and Charlie is catching them.. also had four kickoff returns for 77 yards vs. Minnesota, with a long of 25 yards . . Austin Hanson is the Pregame Editor at The Daily Iowan. . For the game, he returned five punts for 105 yards. A hard decision for me and my family. . Charlie Jones Emerging as Receiver - Sports Illustrated But I just made sure that I kept focus. Thats the trick moving forward.. He returned one punt and one kick for touchdowns at Iowa. However, he found an opportunity to contribute in another way. recorded 18 receptions for 395 yards and three touchdowns, with a long of 53 yards . two receptions for 20 yards vs. Purdue, along with 37 yards on two punt returns and 56 yards on two kickoff returns . He announced that he was returning to Iowa on Jan. 12 because of unfinished business.. You can connect with KenningtononTwitter@SkinnyKenny_or email him at ksmith@gannett.com. Jones made his splash in what turned out to be a defining game in Iowas season. I put the time in and just worked on my craft. A season later, Jones wont be flying under the radar at Kinnick Stadium any more. IOWA CITY, Iowa - Its one thing to work hard. Jones shuffled off to Buffalo, where he redshirted in 2017. . long kickoff return of 36 yards and long punt return of 41 yards . Hard Work Key to Charlie Jones' Success - Sports Illustrated Iowa three punt returns for 27 yards at Illinois, with a long of 18 yards . . . . Iowa's Charlie Jones catches the line-drive punt and weaves his way into the end zone. Jones was a standout throughout his timeDeerfield High School, not far from Chicago. . 3:04. Im going to be able to fit the skill sets that I have in the system here.. Rodgers-Dwight Big Ten Return Specialist of the Year . NFL Draft Profile: Charlie Jones, Wide Receiver, Purdue Boilermakers He made a diving catch for me today and it was pretty nice.. I think he got a taste that showed him that not only does he belong (in Division I football) but he can thrive.". He hadnt returned punts since high school, but Woods saw Jones had potential to do just that. In December, theres all kinds of time in December to start thinking a little bit more vividly about that or concretely about that. The loss of Jones and Tracy, coupled with some current injuries at receiver, has left Iowa with very little proven depth at receiver. . The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. 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.. (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. [12] After the season, Jones entered the NCAA transfer portal.[13]. Now he is an emerging star on the nation's fifth-rated team -- largely because of a gadget. handled all punt returns in 21-20 loss to Northwestern, totaling two returns for eight yards . started at wide receiver in 17-12 win at Northwestern as offense gained 185 net rushing yards . But a few things worked against him during the recruiting process: Injuries during his senior year and the offensive philosophy at Deerfield. . But Im going to treat it as if it is my last, but, I dont even know. 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. 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