Charlie Jones

Charlie Jones is a professional NFL player who currently plays as a wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals. Born on October 29, 1998, in Deerfield, Illinois, Jones honed his skills at Deerfield High School before attending Purdue University, where he played college football in the Big Ten Conference. In the 2023 NFL Draft, he was selected by the Bengals in the fourth round as the 131st overall pick. Standing at 6 feet tall and weighing 190 pounds, Jones has made a notable impact with his agility and receiving capabilities. During the 2025 preseason, he played in two games and recorded 73 receiving yards with one touchdown. His longest reception in that period was 21 yards. In the regular season of 2025, Jones participated in 14 games. While he did not record any receiving yards, he excelled in special teams with 42 kickoff returns, totaling 1,084 yards and one touchdown, including a longest return of 98 yards. Additionally, he handled 13 punt returns for 115 yards. Jones's versatility and special teams contributions are key elements of his role on the team. As he continues his career, his experience and performance in both receiving and return duties underscore his value to the Bengals.