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Jeff Demps | Running Back

Team: Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Age / DOB:  (23) / 1/8/1990
Ht / Wt:  5'7' / 191
College: Florida
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GM Mark Dominik said he would have done the LeGarrette Blount trade even if Jeff Demps hadn't been involved.
"The reason was not Jeff Demps," Dominik explained. "Jeff Demps was part of it, but not the reason. We were going to (trade) LeGarrette Blount for a seventh-round pick but we asked for the rights to Jeff Demps because we want to investigate that further." Beat writer Stephen Holder sounds skeptical that the 2016 Olympic hopeful ends up even playing in a game for the Bucs. Apr 27 - 8:00 PM
Source: Stephen Holder on Sulia

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Jeff Demps - RB - Buccaneers

Bucs acquired KR/RB Jeff Demps and a seventh-round pick in exchange for RB LeGarrette Blount.

Demps wanted to split his focus between football and training for the 2016 Olympics. The Patriots had a problem with that, so they brought in Leon Washington to be their return man. Demps has never played in an NFL game thanks to a preseason leg injury last August, but he did average 28.8 yards per kickoff return while at Florida. He also has a shot to chip in as a gadget kind of niche runner in the Bucs' thin backfield.
Apr 27 - 4:16 PM
Jeff Demps - RB - Buccaneers

The Boston Herald reports the Patriots have discussed the possibility of trading KR Jeff Demps.

Demps signed with the Patriots last August, but he was placed on injured reserve with a leg injury in what was believed to be a "redshirt" season. Demps has since indicated that his current priority is focusing on track and field in preparation for the Rio Olympics in three years. However, he still wants to play football. New England has signed Leon Washington to be its return man. Demps wouldn't net more than a late-round pick.
Source: Jeff Howe on Twitter
Apr 14 - 12:49 PM
Jeff Demps - RB - Buccaneers

Patriots KR Jeff Demps indicated that track and field -- not football -- is his current priority.

The Patriots have seemingly already moved on, acquiring Leon Washington to be their new return specialist. In a recent radio appearance, Demps was asked what he'd tell Bill Belichick. "Listen coach, I want to do both," Demps said. "But in order for me to get to where I want to be on the track and field side, it'll take a full year of preparation. And after the season, if you guys are willing to let me come back, you know, probably midseason ... I'll be able to do that." (Did Belichick just laugh?)
Source: ESPN Boston
Mar 25 - 12:20 AM
Jeff Demps - RB - Buccaneers

Patriots RB/KR Jeff Demps' agent insists his client has "no intention" of quitting football despite the resumption of his track career.

"He just loves track and wants to do both," Demps' rep told NFL.com's Ian Rapoport. Demps will run in an event next month, while the track season goes through August. Demps may have "no intention" of leaving the NFL, but it's likely Bill Belichick has "no intention" of keeping a player whose first and only love isn't Patriots football. Demps has two years left on his deal, but no guaranteed money.
Source: Ian Rapoport on Twitter
Feb 26 - 9:28 PM
Jeff Demps - RB - Buccaneers

NFL.com's Ian Rapoport reports Patriots RB/KR Jeff Demps has "informed the Pats he's returning to track, but wants to play two sports."

It's bizarre timing, as the Rio Olympics are over three years away. We doubt Bill Belichick will be sympathetic to a player wanting to divide his time between two sports, meaning Demps could be told to take a hike. The former Florida Gator's three-year deal included $211,000 guaranteed, all of which has already been paid. It's possible Demps finagled a clause in last summer's negotiations that would allow him to keep running, but unlikely.
Source: Ian Rapoport on Twitter
Feb 26 - 7:23 PM
Jeff Demps - RB - Buccaneers

Patriots placed KR/RB Jeff Demps (leg) on injured reserve, ending his season.

Demps reportedly felt a "tweak" in his leg late in the preseason finale versus the Giants. Given limited prep time after signing in mid-August, the Olympic silver medalist will be afforded a redshirt year. The move takes an explosive return candidate away from the Patriots D/ST.
Fri, Aug 31, 2012 09:34:00 PM
Jeff Demps - RB - Buccaneers

The Boston Globe believes the Patriots have found themselves a "dynamic toy" in former Olympian KR/RB Jeff Demps.

Demps picked up 41 yards on three carries Friday night even though "the guy doesn't even know where he is" yet. The Globe's Greg Bedard concedes Demps doesn't look like a natural pass catcher and must answer durability and ball security concerns, but it looks he does possess the requisite instincts. He's a good bet to make the final roster as a gadget player.
Source: Boston Globe
Sat, Aug 25, 2012 09:59:00 AM
Jeff Demps - RB - Buccaneers

The Patriots have fully guaranteed $200,000 of KR/RB Jeff Demps' $390,000 base salary.

Demps' deal also includes an $11,000 signing bonus, the second largest for any undrafted free agent this season. Eligible to begin practicing on Wednesday, the former Olympic sprinter will likely be active for Friday's preseason game against the Bucs.
Source: NFL.com
Tue, Aug 21, 2012 08:29:00 AM
Jeff Demps - RB - Buccaneers

Patriots signed KR/RB Jeff Demps.

Demps earned an Olympic silver medal in London as part of USA's 4x100 relay team. Before that, he was an electric return man and hybrid player for the University of Florida, piling up 2,470 rushing yards and 23 touchdowns during his four-year career. But at 5'7/190, his role with the Patriots is expected to be limited to special teams. Demps averaged 28.8 yards per kickoff return as a Gator. The Bucs and Jets were also interested.
Source: Ian Rapoport on Twitter
Fri, Aug 17, 2012 12:29:00 PM
Jeff Demps - RB - Buccaneers

The Eagles are reportedly "intrigued" with Olympic track star Jeff Demps, and have not ruled out pursuing the undrafted free agent.

A team official concedes it's a "long shot" that Demps ends up in Philadelphia, likely because other teams could drive up the price. The Bucs are considered the frontrunner to land Demps, though the Jets are asking former Gators teammate Tim Tebow to begin a recruiting effort.
Related: Eagles
Source: CSN Philly
Thu, Aug 16, 2012 03:38:00 PM
Jeff Demps - RB - Buccaneers

The Jets are among the teams that have reached out to Olympic track star Jeff Demps.

The extent of the Jets' interest is unknown, but they're one of teams in the league most in need of speed on offense. Demps could be an option in New York's Wildcat packages, with which Rex Ryan and Tony Sparano seem infatuated. Demps will also be a candidate to return kickoffs for the team that signs him.
Related: Jets
Source: Newark Star-Ledger
Wed, Aug 15, 2012 09:27:00 PM
Jeff Demps - RB - Buccaneers

Olympic silver medalist sprinter Jeff Demps is expected to sign with an NFL team by Monday.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are reportedly "definitely a frontrunner" for Demps, who took the silver in London's games on the U.S. 4x100 relay team. The Jets have reportedly reached out as well. Demps is a straight-line speedster lacking lateral movement skills, but he could be an asset on kickoff returns. Demps is not going to be much of a fantasy factor.
Related: Jets, Buccaneers
Source: Stephen Holder on Twitter
Wed, Aug 15, 2012 01:55:00 PM
Jeff Demps - RB - Buccaneers

The Buccaneers are "seriously interested" in signing Olympic silver medalist and ex-Florida RB Jeff Demps.

One of several teams interested in the 4x100-meter relay star, the Bucs have been "touching base" with Demps since early summer. The team envisions him as a slot receiver/running back hybrid who can also help on kickoff returns. Demps ran for 2,470 yards and 23 touchdowns while averaging 28.8 yards per kickoff return with the Gators. A speedier version of Dexter McCluster, Demps should find an NFL home quickly now that he's shifted his focus back to football.
Related: Buccaneers
Source: Pewter Report
Tue, Aug 14, 2012 03:11:00 PM