Donovan Edwards
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Career Summary
Donovan Edwards is a running back from West Bloomfield, Michigan, who played at Michigan before joining the New York Jets as an undrafted free agent in 2025.
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Early Life
Edwards was born February 25, 2003. He is the son of Kevin and the late Donna Edwards.
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High School
Edwards attended West Bloomfield High School in Michigan. He rushed for 1,021 yards and 17 touchdowns as a senior, added 153 receiving yards and three touchdowns, and was named Michigan Gatorade Player of the Year and STATE CHAMPS! Mr. Football.
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College Career
Edwards played at Michigan from 2021 through 2024, appearing in 50 games with 13 starts at running back and one at wide receiver. His 2024 season included 589 rushing yards and four rushing touchdowns, 18 receptions, a receiving touchdown and a 23-yard touchdown pass.
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Path to the NFL
Edwards participated in the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine, where Michigan listed a 4.44-second 40-yard dash and 38.5-inch vertical jump. After going undrafted, he agreed to terms with the Jets as a rookie free agent.
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NFL Career
Edwards entered the NFL with the Jets in 2025. He played in all three preseason games, totaling 26 carries for 89 yards and a touchdown with four receptions for 39 yards, before the Jets waived him in August.
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Career Accomplishments
Edwards was a 2024 Michigan team captain and an All-Big Ten honorable mention selection. He earned Big Ten Championship Game MVP honors in 2022, was Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week after his performance at Ohio State that season, and became the first player with multiple 40-yard touchdowns in a CFP National Championship Game in 2024.
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Playing Style
A 6-foot-1, 212-pound back at Michigan, Edwards offered both rushing and receiving versatility. His college highs included 216 rushing yards against Ohio State, 170 receiving yards on 10 catches against Maryland, and a 75-yard touchdown pass in the 2021 Big Ten Championship Game.
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