Charlie Jones walked-on to the Iowa program before the 2019 season after playing his redshirt freshman season at Buffalo in 2018. Justin Hayworth/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. '", More:Leistikow: 10 thoughts, predictions heading into Iowa's 2021 football season. two receptions for 41 yards vs. Michigan, with a long of 28 yards, along with one rushing attempt for six yards . As a kickoff returner, he was one of only three players to average more than 25 yards on 25 or more returns. Iowa won 28-7. first-team All-Big Ten kick return specialist by Phil Steele . He previously played college football for the University at Buffalo and the University of Iowa. [1] He committed to play college football at Buffalo over offers from Ball State, Bowling Green, North Dakota State, Northern Illinois, Western Michigan, and Wyoming. High school honors Earned all-conference honors as a junior and senior . . . . Jones lacks the twitch to create consistent separation, and despite his size and ability to track the ball downfield, he isnt always great on contested catches. He redshirted his true freshman season. Thats the trick moving forward.. Feels like it flew by but Im excited to be here. . Purdue won 24-7. . . And what he said came as no real surprise. His name is Charlie Jones, a senior wide receiver and punt returner. . "It moves around, it's this robot,'' Jones says. 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. . . They did a great job of preparing me for that position here. 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. Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz, who is the son of Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz, is under pressure to make the offense better in a hurry. Iowa football notebook: Charlie Jones goes out in style; Injury report His competitiveness and knack for high-pointing the ball allow him to play bigger than his size. started at wide receiver in 23-20 win over #4 Penn State as Hawkeyes rallied from a 17-3 deficit . According to his 247sports profile, he only had one offer: Buffalo, where he singed in February 2017. He also has 9-inch hands. . 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!! Iowa also took a huge hit on special teams with Jones transferring to Purdue. Jones' selection ends a massive run of defensive players. (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. It's not gone unnoticed his teammates expect a breakthrough season as well. He also returned 15 kickoffs for 289 yards, with a long of 43 yards. Through previous relationships with assistant coaches Kelton Copeland and since-departed Tim Polasek, Jones joined Iowas team via the transfer portal. Michael Conroy/Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. It might have been a surprise to everyone else, because no one knew who he was, Woods said. saw action in 33-23 win over Illinois . But to do that, he needed to show improvement at receiver. Even ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr., found little wrong and offered a B-plus. I'm going to walk on, I've done my homework and this is where I want to go. Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor. Plus, Jones joins former Iowa receiver Tyrone Tracy Jr., who transferred to Purdue in December. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall), Iowa wide receiver Charlie Jones (16) returns a punt during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Purdue, Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, in Iowa City, Iowa. . Jones is most known for his return ability. two kickoff returns for 57 yards, with a long of 33 yards to start the game . Nonetheless, he chose to transfer to Iowa where he felt "walk-ons traditionally get a fair chance. Iowa Football WR Charlie Jones (NOT on Scholarship) is very Fast & Athletic & Practicing w/ 1st Team. He was a playmaker for Iowa in 2020 but in a different capacity: a punt returner on special teams. . four punt returns for 66 yards vs. CSU with a long of 38 yards, along with 45 yards on two kickoff returns . Bengals Take Chase Brown in Fifth Round of 2023 NFL Draft 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 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. 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. Athlete. In 2022, he was named as an All-American . But it never came. Since transferring from Buffalo, Charlie Jones has become a fixture among Iowa's wide receivers. , Iowa football notebook | Petras taking second-team reps, Moss not ruling out another year. third-team All-Big Ten return specialist by league media . Moss, who has missed the past three weeks with a PCL injury and returned against Minnesota on Nov. 13, is looking forward to being honored with his parents on Saturday. Iowa will kick off against Illinois at 1 p.m. also had four kickoff returns for 77 yards vs. Minnesota, with a long of 25 yards . Charlie Jones was once the University of Iowa's nondescript walk-on transfer from the University of Buffalo. Hes still the same guy from a workload standpoint, with the same approach, so that part is refreshing, Woods said. (4%*), 9 Charlie Jones (American football, born 1998) - Wikipedia . Charlie Jones WR Purdue | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report He returned one punt and one kick for touchdowns at Iowa. Excelling in the broad jump and vertical jump drills is crucial for wide receivers as the position is regularly called upon to create separation and contest for jump balls. 2023 The Cincinnati Bengals. led special teams with five punt returns for 105 yards vs. MSU, including 54-yard touchdown return . As the team worked hard in the 2023 NFL Draft to build a championship-worthy team, media outlets around the country are offering their expert analysis and grading of the Bengals' draft picks. Jones was never able to carve out a substantial role with Buffalo and Iowa, but that changed once he transferred to Purdue prior to the 2022 season. . . He is expected to be a Day 3 pick. 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. Confidence in this sport is everything, Jones said. You can find one of them on Iowas roster. Charlie Jones. . Wide receiver Charlie Jones and cornerback Riley Moss will run out of the Kinnick Stadium tunnel as seniors when the Hawkeyes take on Illinois on Saturday. He redshirted in 2017 and in 2018 was a contributor both on offense and special teams. Senior wide receiver Charlie Jones entered the NCAA transfer portal on May 24. 2023 www.hawkcentral.com. Iowa football's Charlie Jones proving he's a multi-use weapon early When it didn't shake out his way during his senior year (of high school), he could've moped and complained. No Sweat First Bet up to $1,000. Im still learning every day. IOWA CITY, Iowa - Charlie Jones has bragging rights in the Iowa wide receiver room right now. . At that time, they were 0-2 and that rout was the first of a six-game winning streak to end the season. . Charlie Jones - University of Iowa Athletics Now he is an emerging star on the nation's fifth-rated team -- largely because of a gadget. averaged 18.2 yards per pass reception and 6.2 yards per rushing attempt . If we're going to be team that's serious about playing well then we need guys on our special teams. saw action in 49-7 win over Michigan State as offense rushed for 226 yards and gained 405 yards total offense . 2019 Sat out entire season as a transfer. Two of Purdue's top wide receivers in 2022 are former Hawkeyes Charlie Jones and Tyrone Tracy Jr. Jones announced his move to Purdue in June, and Tracy transferred in December. On the Hawkeyes spring practice depth chart, Jones was not listed as one of the top two options at wide receiver. 40-yard -dash: 4:43. Hes learned a lot in the last year, Jones said. 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. second-team All-Big Ten by Associated Press . one reception for nine yards vs. CSU . . His hello world Kinnick moment came against Michigan State on Nov. 7, 2020. [3] As a redshirt freshman, Jones caught 18 passes for 395 yards and three touchdowns and returned 15 kickoffs for 289 yards. On the year, Jones earned All-Big Ten honors as a return specialist and was awarded a scholarship in December. You know, theres still time to figure that out. . . Charlie Jones (born October 29, 1998) is an American football wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals of the National Football League (NFL). . . Im excited for this week.. . Iowa Football: Best photos of WR Charlie Jones with the Hawkeyes He played college football for Purdue University, and previously at the University at Buffalo and University of Iowa. Austin Hanson is the Pregame Editor at The Daily Iowan. Iowa wide receiver Charlie Jones has entered the transfer portal, per multiple reports. 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. The Hawkeyes defeated the Illini, 33-23, at the last home game of the season. Jones considered entering the 2022 NFL Draft. But I knew a way to get my foot in the door was special teams. Early life and high school [ edit] Jones grew up in Deerfield, Illinois and attended Deerfield High School. . second-team All-Big Ten return specialist by league coaches . I pride myself in the way I work. Adrian Kraus/Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. three punt returns for five yards at PSU, with two returns negated by penalty . . Jones made his splash in what turned out to be a defining game in Iowas season. "He had a great opportunity at Buffalo but I think it gave him a hunger for more," Winiecki said. . . . . Jones leaves a gap in Iowa's production both offensively and on special teams. MORE: Iowa football vs. Iowa State report card: It was a great day for the Hawkeyes Petras and Jones connected twice again in the second quarter of Saturday's nationally televised matchup against Iowa State. Alec Wick, a redshirt freshman walk-on from Iowa City Regina, already has made the two-deep roster as the backup to Keagan Johnson. 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. Im excited to finally get those opportunities as a receiver, and help the team as much as I can, Jones said. Jones tracks the ball well downfield and consistently runs under long throws. From high school stardom in Illinois, to getting a Division I shot in upstate New York to now as a starting receiver in the Big Ten, that work ethic has showed at every stop. He had the burning desire to prove himself at a higher level, and Iowa gave him that opportunity. . IOWA CITY, Iowa Charlie Jones finally has explained why he transferred from Iowa to Purdue in June. Iowa ranked 109th in yards per game (180.1), 114th in yards per pass (6.2) and 113th in completion percentage (55.0). "Every day, he comes in and takes another step forward. started at wide receiver in 27-22 win over Minnesota . . . He finished the campaign with 1,361 yards and 12 touchdowns on a whopping 110 receptions. . Was a first-team All-Big Ten selection as a returner. I still havent made a decision yet on whether or not Im coming back, Jones said. . But in Year 5 of his college career, he's embracing yet another new challenge. That perfectly fit his make-up. RT @willie_lutz: During his time at Iowa, Charlie Jones showed some TREMENDOUS shiftiness as a punt/kick returner. . He sat out the entire 2019-20 season under the old transfer legislation. . Former Iowa WR Charlie Jones transfers to Big Ten foe Purdue: Source Taylor came from Australia last season having never seen a football game until he played in the 2020 opener at Purdue. For just the second time in special teams coordinator Darrin Simmons' 21 NFL Drafts, the Bengals selected a punter in Michigan's Brad Robbins Saturday with their second pick in the sixth round and he's immediately the odds-on favorite to win the job Opening Day. (43%*), 74 three punt returns for 27 yards at Illinois, with a long of 18 yards . . Iowa Wide Receiver Reportedly Transferring Within Big Ten [14] At Purdue, Jones caught 110 passes for a school-record 1,361 yards. He sat out all 2019 as a transfer and worked behind players like NFL rookies Ihmir Smith-Marsette and Brandon Smith and teammates Ragaini and Tracy. . He'll aim to improve his draft stock at the scouting combine. 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. But just in case, you know, Im going to make sure that I get the full experience this weekend.. 2020 Saw first action of career in 24-20 loss at Purdue . If they don't and. No problem. averaged 25.3 yards on kick returns . He announced that he was returning to Iowa on . But that could be a lot more difficult without Jones and Tracy helping at receiver. The Boilermaker plays bigger than his size suggests and could thrive as a slot receiver at the NFL level. *Percentile calculated on how any given stat would rank at the NFL combine In December, theres all kinds of time in December to start thinking a little bit more vividly about that or concretely about that. 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. . Jones caught two passes for 106 yards.The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers 27-22. 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. saw action in 35-7 win at Minnesota, but had no statistics as offense rushed for 235 yards . He finished the season third in the Big Ten and 20th in the nation with an average of 44.1 yards per kick. . Riley Moss, Charlie Jones Earn B1G Individual Honors; 11 Hawkeyes Named . He hadnt returned punts since high school, but Woods saw Jones had potential to do just that. 28 yards on three punt returns, with a long of 28 . ", Kennington Smithis the new Iowa Hawkeyes beat writer for the Des Moines Register. . Although Jones is more of a possession target than a field stretcher, he has a fiercely competitive demeanor and run-after-catch ability make him a major threat in the middle of the field. Jones ultimately transferred to Purdue for his final season of eligibility. started at wide receiver in 27-17 win at #9 Iowa State . 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. Jones is one of three Hawkeyes all-time to score both punt and kick return touchdowns. Former Iowa wide receiver and kick returner Charlie Jones, who was the Big Ten's return specialist of the year in 2021, will enroll at Purdue as a graduate transfer, a source confirmed to The Athletic's Matt Fortuna. Iowa's Charlie Jones (16) runs away from Illinois' Isaac Darkangelo (38) during a 100-yard kickoff return on Nov. 20, 2021 at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa. 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. But before anything,Jones had to show potential and production within the MAC conference. (23%*), 175 And its almost just kind of getting the temperature back in October. Jones proved he can relied on with every snap of the football and only logged 6 drops in his entire college career. All rights reserved. But to do it when no one is watching? When it comes to football, he's always been goal-oriented," Winiecki said. . Charlie Jones. The wide receiver position isscheduled to have its workoutson Saturday, March 4. started at wide reeceiver in 27-7 loss at Wisconsin . Iowa, however, will be staying home. He felt he could "play against the best of the best" and expected to receive scholarship offers from more prestigious programs but received none. Iowa wide receiver Charlie Jones hurdles over Illinois defensive back Christian Bobak during a football game between No. Class So. Here are some notes and quotes from what looks to be a popular draft. But in Year 5 of his college career, he's embracing yet another new challenge. His production at Buffalo was limited but he was able to showcase his special teams value. Jones shuffled off to Buffalo, where he redshirted in 2017. Charlie Jones Emerging as Receiver - Sports Illustrated Iowa receiver/return man Turned Walk-On Opportunity into Scholarship. Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor May 25, 2022. also had one solo tackle . Jones has not formally announced his intent to transfer, nor has he declared where he will play in 2022. long kickoff return of 36 yards and long punt return of 41 yards . . (AP Photo/Justin Hayworth). Syracuse won 32-29. third player in school history with both a kickoff return and punt return touchdown .
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