Deontay Burnett


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Position: WR
Jersey #: 6
Date of Birth: October 4, 1997
Height / Weight: 6'0" / 186 lbs
College: Southern California
Drafted: Round , Pick in 2018 by
First Team: DAL (2018)
Last Team: DAL (2024)

Receiving Stats (WR / TE)

Year Team Games Rec Targets Rec Yds TDs YAC 1st Downs Fumbles Fantasy
2020PHI1341904102
2019PHI1244806105
2018NYJ510151430257014

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Career History of Deontay Burnett

Date of Birth: October 4, 1997

Position: Wide Receiver (WR)

College: University of Southern California (USC)

Professional Career

  • New York Jets (NYJ) (2018)
    • Signed as an undrafted free agent in 2018 after going undrafted in the NFL Draft.
    • Spent time on the practice squad and active roster, contributing to special teams and providing depth at the wide receiver position.
  • Philadelphia Eagles (PHI) (2019-2020)
    • Joined the Eagles in 2019 and was part of their wide receiver rotation.
    • Recorded his first career receptions during this tenure, showcasing his potential as a reliable target.
  • Dallas Cowboys (DAL) (2021-2024)
    • Signed with the Cowboys, where he had the opportunity to compete for a more prominent role in the offense.
    • Contributed to the team's passing game and continued to develop as a player.

Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Known for his quickness and ability to create separation from defenders.
  • Demonstrated versatility by playing both outside and in the slot position.
  • Has experience with both high-pressure game situations and contributing on special teams.

Deontay Burnett's journey through the NFL has seen him adapt and grow as a player across multiple teams. His college career at USC laid a strong foundation, and his NFL experience has provided him with valuable opportunities to showcase his talents.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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