Jeff Cumberland


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Position: TE
Jersey #: 87
Date of Birth: May 2, 1987
Height / Weight: 6'4" / 260 lbs
College: Illinois
Drafted: Round , Pick in 2010 by
First Team: NYJ (2010)
Last Team: LAC (2017)

Receiving Stats (WR / TE)

Year Team Games Rec Targets Rec Yds TDs YAC 1st Downs Fumbles Fantasy
2017LAC223200000
2015NYJ551477050308
2014NYJ15234724739612043
2013NYJ122639398415415064
2012NYJ142953359311218054
2011NYJ32535017104
2010NYJ112303000

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Jeff Cumberland - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: May 2, 1987
College: University of Illinois
Position: Tight End (TE)

Career Timeline:

  • New York Jets (NYJ): 2010 - 2013
  • San Diego Chargers (SD): 2014
  • Los Angeles Chargers (LAC): 2015 - 2017

Career Highlights and Accomplishments:

  • Signed as an undrafted free agent by the New York Jets in 2010.
  • Played primarily as a backup tight end and contributed to special teams during his time with the Jets.
  • Achieved career highs in receptions (29), receiving yards (359), and touchdowns (3) in the 2013 season.
  • After his tenure with the Jets, joined the San Diego Chargers for the 2014 season, primarily serving as a depth player.
  • Continued with the Chargers as they transitioned to Los Angeles, remaining with the team until his retirement in 2017.

Additional Information:

  • Known for his athleticism and ability to stretch the field as a tight end.
  • Cumberland had a notable college career at the University of Illinois, where he showcased the skills that led to his entry into the NFL.

Retirement:

Jeff Cumberland retired from professional football after the 2017 season, having made significant contributions to the teams he played for, particularly in the tight end position.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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