Jeff Demps RB FA Mon 5/4/15 12:38 PM
Jeff Demps
RB FA
The Colts have waived Demps, the team's official site reports.
In the wake of the recent NFL draft, the Colts also let go receiver Kadron Boone, defensive end Gannon Conway and offensive tackle Matt Hall. Thanks to his wheels, however, Demps could catch on elsewhere as a returner.
Jeff Demps RB FA Tue 11/25/14 4:59 PM
Jeff Demps
RB FA
Demps was signed to the Indianapolis practice squad.
Demps is likely insurance in case Josh Cribbs doesn't work out as the team's return specialist.
Jeff Demps RB FA Sat 8/30/14 12:31 PM
Jeff Demps
RB FA
Demps was released by the Buccaneers on Saturday, the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Demps entered camp behind three guys with starting experience for the Bucs, and didn't put together strong enough of a preseason to dethrone any of them. His speed may get him a few looks from other teams, but for now he no longer has one.
Jeff Demps RB FA Fri 8/29/14 12:39 AM
Jeff Demps
RB FA
Demps gained 59 yards on 20 carries in Thursday's final preseason game against the Redskins.
Demps also began the Bucs' lone touchdown drive with a 37-yard kickoff return. Because of his elite speed, Demps may squeak onto Tampa Bay's roster as a versatile back who can return kicks when necessary.
Jeff Demps RB FA Mon 4/28/14 9:36 AM
Jeff Demps
RB FA
Jeff Demps got some reps as a slot receiver during last week's workouts.
Per the Tampa Bay Times, Demps "made a lot of plays last week." Of course, the Olympic sprinter is always going to look good in non-contact settings because he's the fastest man in the NFL. At 5'8/191 with little receiving experience, we wouldn't expect him to contribute as a pass-catcher in real games. Demps is a return man and gadget player.
Jeff Demps RB FA Wed 4/23/14 1:42 PM
Jeff Demps
RB FA
Bucs KR/RB Jeff Demps is putting his track career on hold and focusing solely on football.
Demps is an Olympic sprinter and skipped much of last offseason to run in the IAAF World Championships last August. He was part of the team that won a silver medal in the 4x100 relay at the 2012 Olympics. Demps is penciled in as Tampa's return man, though he'll be competing with Eric Page and others.
Jeff Demps RB FA Wed 11/6/13 4:31 PM
Jeff Demps
RB FA
Bucs placed KR/RB Jeff Demps on injured reserve with a groin injury, ending his season.
Demps was active for just two games this season and underwent groin surgery last month. The Bucs claimed rookie FS Bradley McDougald off waivers to replace him on the active roster. Demps will compete for a special teams role in 2014.
Jeff Demps RB FA Thu 10/17/13 1:41 PM
Jeff Demps
RB FA
Bucs KR/RB Jeff Demps underwent groin surgery Thursday.
It's unclear how much time the Olympian will miss, but it's quite possible the Bucs will simply stash him on injured reserve. Including returns, Demps has touched the ball just eight times in two games. He's not a key cog in Tampa.
Jeff Demps RB FA Wed 10/16/13 12:42 PM
Jeff Demps
RB FA
Bucs KR/RB Jeff Demps is nursing a groin injury.
Demps pulled up lame during the Week 6 loss to the Eagles. The Bucs have signed WR/KR Skye Dawson off their practice squad, so it looks like they're expecting Demps to miss some time.
Jeff Demps RB FA Tue 9/24/13 8:24 AM
Jeff Demps
RB FA
Bucs activated KR Jeff Demps from the exempt/commissioner's permission list.
Demps was given special dispensation from the league after missing all of the offseason and training camp for the track and field season. They cleared a spot for the speedster by placing TE Luke Stocker on IR. Demps should slide right in as the Bucs kickoff returner.