Jerell Adams Career Overview

Position: Tight End (TE)
Date of Birth: December 31, 1992
College: University of South Carolina

Professional Career

• New York Giants (NYG) (2016)
  • Signed as an undrafted free agent in May 2016.
  • Played in 11 games during his rookie season, showcasing his potential as a receiving tight end.
• Houston Texans (HOU) (2017)
  • Joined the Texans practice squad in September 2017.
  • Promoted to the active roster during the season.
• New Orleans Saints (NO) (2018)
  • Signed to the Saints' practice squad, contributing depth to their tight end position.
• Detroit Lions (DET) (2019)
  • Signed with the Lions, where he continued to develop his skills as a tight end.
• Tampa Bay Buccaneers (TB) (2021)
  • Joined the Buccaneers, where he aimed to compete for a spot on the roster.

Highlights and Accomplishments

• Played a significant role in the Giants' tight end rotation during his rookie season, contributing both as a blocker and a receiver.
• Demonstrated versatility by being able to adapt to multiple offensive schemes with different teams.
• Known for his size and athleticism, which made him an intriguing prospect after college.
• Contributed to various special teams units throughout his career.

Jerell Adams had a professional career spanning multiple teams in the NFL, showcasing his skills as a tight end. After being undrafted in 2016, he made an impact with the New York Giants, subsequently continuing to play for teams such as the Houston Texans, New Orleans Saints, Detroit Lions, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. While not a household name, Adams' journey reflects the challenges and opportunities faced by many players in the league.