Gas2No99 Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 Jets sign small-school phenom who can play defense, offense and punts The New York Jets' crop of undrafted free agents includes one of the most prolific wide receivers in Pac-12 history, a nationally ranked punt returner and a Division II phenon who played offense, defense and special teams. Yes, the Jets signed a three-way player, linebacker Connor Harris of Division II Lindenwood University in Missouri. Primarily a linebacker, Harris (5-foot-11, 242 pounds) set the NCAA all-division record with 633 career tackles. He won the 2016 Cliff Harris Award as the top defender on the Division II, III and NAIA levels. Connor Harris, college football's all-time leading tackler, also posted seven rushing touchdowns and handled the punting for Division II Lindenwood. Michael Conroy/Associated Press But, wait, there's more: He also rushed for 328 yards and seven touchdowns as a Wildcat quarterback. And more: He averaged 38.8 yards as a punter and kicked extra points, going 12-for-12. "I'm going to go to New York and win the Jets over and show the 31 other teams in the NFL that didn't draft me that they made a mistake," Harris told the Waynesville Daily Guide. He sounds too good to be true, but he's not an unknown in the scouting community. He attended the scouting combine and played in the Senior Bowl, where he made six tackles. The Jets' other UDFAs: Xavier Coleman, CB, Portland State: In a 2016 game, he covered former Washington speedster John Ross, a first-round pick of the Cincinnati Bengals, and held him to one catch for 10 yards, according to reports. Coleman has impressive measurables -- 4.49 seconds in the 40 and a 40-inch vertical jump. He finished his career with nine interceptions in 45 games, including five in 2015. Austin Colitro, LB, Villanova: He received five free-agent offers after the draft. Colitro is a short (6-foot), but productive linebacker who recorded 220 tackles and 8.5 sacks in his four-year career, earning an invite to the East-West all-star game. Brisly Estime, WR/PR, Syracuse: He's only 5-foot-9, 187 pounds, but Estime will have an opportunity because of his punt-returning ability -- a perennial need for the Jets. As a junior, he averaged 18.1 yards per return, second in the nation. He's a two-time All-ACC selection who caught 48 passes for 518 yards and three touchdowns last season. He's the only player in Syracuse history with two touchdown catches of at least 80 yards. Anthony Firkser, FB/TE, Harvard: The Manalapan, New Jersey, product was an All-Ivy League selection, thanks to a terrific senior year. He finished his career with 99 catches for 1,559 yards and 14 touchdowns, including seven last season. Firkser (6-2, 246 pounds) played tight end for the Crimson, but he could be switched to fullback. He ran a 4.79 at his pro day. Patrick Gamble, DE, Georgia Tech: At 277 pounds, he needs to add some weight to his 6-5 frame, but he's worth a look because of his athleticism. He had 7.5 sacks last season, including two in the TaxSlayer Bowl against Kentucky. Javarius Leamon, OT, South Carolina State: He signed with Clemson out of high school but didn't qualify academically. He has the kind of attributes that send NFL scouts into a tizzy. He's 6-7, 332 pounds with 35-inch arms. Gabe Marks, WR, Washington State: He holds the Pac-12 record for most career receptions (316) and he's second in receiving touchdowns (37). Why didn't he get drafted? He's only 5-11, 189 pounds, and he ran a disappointing 4.56 at the combine. He takes umbrage with the perception that he's a product of Mike Leach's "Air Raid" offense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gas2No99 Posted May 5, 2017 Author Share Posted May 5, 2017 Throwing this in here as well since it's not worth an entire thread: He's Baaaaaaaaaaaaaack! Khiry Robinson - RB - Free Agent Free agent RB Khiry Robinson is participating in Jets minicamp on a tryout basis. Robinson was released by the Jets back in March after suffering a third broken leg in two years. Now 27, Robinson's career is on life support after showing a ton of promise as an early-down runner early in his career with the Saints. Related: Jets Source: Brian Costello on Twitter May 5 - 12:14 PM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HessStation Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 Remember this name!!! Bc you'll never hear it again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
section314 Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 28 minutes ago, Gas2No99 said: Jets sign small-school phenom who can play defense, offense and punts The New York Jets' crop of undrafted free agents includes one of the most prolific wide receivers in Pac-12 history, a nationally ranked punt returner and a Division II phenon who played offense, defense and special teams. Yes, the Jets signed a three-way player, linebacker Connor Harris of Division II Lindenwood University in Missouri. Primarily a linebacker, Harris (5-foot-11, 242 pounds) set the NCAA all-division record with 633 career tackles. He won the 2016 Cliff Harris Award as the top defender on the Division II, III and NAIA levels. Connor Harris, college football's all-time leading tackler, also posted seven rushing touchdowns and handled the punting for Division II Lindenwood. Michael Conroy/Associated Press But, wait, there's more: He also rushed for 328 yards and seven touchdowns as a Wildcat quarterback. And more: He averaged 38.8 yards as a punter and kicked extra points, going 12-for-12. "I'm going to go to New York and win the Jets over and show the 31 other teams in the NFL that didn't draft me that they made a mistake," Harris told the Waynesville Daily Guide. He sounds too good to be true, but he's not an unknown in the scouting community. He attended the scouting combine and played in the Senior Bowl, where he made six tackles. The Jets' other UDFAs: Xavier Coleman, CB, Portland State: In a 2016 game, he covered former Washington speedster John Ross, a first-round pick of the Cincinnati Bengals, and held him to one catch for 10 yards, according to reports. Coleman has impressive measurables -- 4.49 seconds in the 40 and a 40-inch vertical jump. He finished his career with nine interceptions in 45 games, including five in 2015. Austin Colitro, LB, Villanova: He received five free-agent offers after the draft. Colitro is a short (6-foot), but productive linebacker who recorded 220 tackles and 8.5 sacks in his four-year career, earning an invite to the East-West all-star game. Brisly Estime, WR/PR, Syracuse: He's only 5-foot-9, 187 pounds, but Estime will have an opportunity because of his punt-returning ability -- a perennial need for the Jets. As a junior, he averaged 18.1 yards per return, second in the nation. He's a two-time All-ACC selection who caught 48 passes for 518 yards and three touchdowns last season. He's the only player in Syracuse history with two touchdown catches of at least 80 yards.atrick Gamble, DE, Georgia Tech: At 277 pounds, he needs to add some weight to his 6-5 frame, but he's worth a look because of his athleticism. He had 7.5 sacks last season, including two in the TaxSlayer Bowl against Kentucky. Javarius Leamon, OT, South Carolina State: He signed with Clemson out of high school but didn't qualify academically. He has the kind of attributes that send NFL scouts into a tizzy. He's 6-7, 332 pounds with 35-inch arms. Gabe Marks, WR, Washington State: He holds the Pac-12 record for most career receptions (316) and he's second in receiving touchdowns (37). Why didn't he get drafted? He's only 5-11, 189 pounds, and he ran a disappointing 4.56 at the combine. He takes umbrage with the perception that he's a product of Mike Leach's "Air Raid" offense. Firsker odds improved. Didn't Jets waive Swain yesterday? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slats Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 I pretty much expect Firkser to make the team. The CB sounds promising, but I think all the rest of these guys are looking at competing for practice squad spots. Khiry Robinson working out is a positive. Jets don't have a power runner on the roster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gas2No99 Posted May 5, 2017 Author Share Posted May 5, 2017 5 minutes ago, HessStation said: Remember this name!!! Bc you'll never hear it again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gas2No99 Posted May 5, 2017 Author Share Posted May 5, 2017 2 minutes ago, section314 said: Firsker odds improved. Didn't Jets waive Swain yesterday? Yup. The only FB that was on the roster, Swain, was cut a few days ago. Harvard for the Roster Spot at an UDFA price tag. I noticed Mac really likes these UDFA players: DIRT cheap, young depth, and play with a chip on their shoulder fighting JUST to keep a roster spot. I think we have 3-4 that made the team last year: Robby Anderson, Claude Pelon, Lawrence Thomas, & Jalin Marshall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerfish Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 Robinson must have some dirt on the jets front office. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanadaSteve Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 14 minutes ago, Gas2No99 said: Yup. The only FB that was on the roster, Swain, was cut a few days ago. Harvard for the Roster Spot at an UDFA price tag. I noticed Mac really likes these UDFA players: DIRT cheap, young depth, and play with a chip on their shoulder fighting JUST to keep a roster spot. I think we have 3-4 that made the team last year: Robby Anderson, Claude Pelon, Lawrence Thomas, & Jalin Marshall. I agree, but they have to be good. We seem to have found some good depth in the later rounds/UDFA. Now, we need some front end talent. I think we have drafted 2 in three years with Williams and Adams. Sooner or later though this team is going to have to pay attention to the offense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bleedin Green Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 27 minutes ago, HessStation said: Remember this name!!! Bc you'll never hear it again. Don't be silly. They'll have to bring it up again when he's cut. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAR I Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 1 hour ago, HessStation said: Remember this name!!! Bc you'll never hear it again. Ha ha ha ha. How sad this franchise has become since Mark Sanchez was discarded. SAR I Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New York Mick Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 Awesome. Sounds like he'll be a good rugby player once he gets cut. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
section314 Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 1 hour ago, Gas2No99 said: Yup. The only FB that was on the roster, Swain, was cut a few days ago. Harvard for the Roster Spot at an UDFA price tag. I noticed Mac really likes these UDFA players: DIRT cheap, young depth, and play with a chip on their shoulder fighting JUST to keep a roster spot. I think we have 3-4 that made the team last year: Robby Anderson, Claude Pelon, Lawrence Thomas, & Jalin Marshall. Great point. I think Anderson and Thomas will have bigger roles this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peebag Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 27 minutes ago, SAR I said: Ha ha ha ha. How sad this franchise has become since Joe Namath was discarded. SAR I fixed that for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin L Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 1 hour ago, Beerfish said: Robinson must have some dirt on the jets front office. He's the yearly sacrifice to the football god of injuries, so none of our important players get hurt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbt Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 same height and weight as Zach Thomas so we got that going for us Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bleedin Green Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 1 hour ago, SAR I said: Ha ha ha ha. How sad this franchise has become since Mark Sanchez was discarded. SAR I Not to mention before and during. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoJoTownsell1 Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 Nice, the same pathetic sojfs that probably mocked Robbie Anderson are mocking this class of UDFA's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyLV Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 5 hours ago, HessStation said: Remember this name!!! Bc you'll never hear it again. Pat Kirwan was racing about Connor Harris calling it the best UDFA signing based on what he saw in the Senior Bowl, said he will be a ST ace and starting level ILB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kdels62 Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 Aaaaaaaand hes listed as a fullback. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flgreen Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 4 hours ago, Bleedin Green said: Not to mention before and during. During? Not a Sanchez fan, but I'm not sure 2 AFCC game appearances were sad times for the franchise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshmello Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 In interview with Francesa. He asked Maccagnan if there were any particular udfa's the team liked. Maccagnan mentioned Leamon, Marks and Harris that the team liked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAR I Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 4 hours ago, Marshmello said: In interview with Francesa. He asked Maccagnan if there were any particular udfa's the team liked. Maccagnan mentioned Leamon, Marks and Harris that the team liked. But what about Connor "Terminator 2" Harris? Is he being cut? SAR I Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kleckineau Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 Hope Connor Harris has a great t/c punches Smurphy Lee in the face, gets a high 5 from David Harris. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sciond Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 This guy seems like something we really need.... football players Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nycdan Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 8 minutes ago, sciond said: This guy seems like something we really need.... football players Considering how many players we've had the past few years who can't play offense or defense (or punt), this does feel like a novelty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TuscanyTile2 Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 The article says he has played QB. I'm sold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AFJF Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 30 minutes ago, TuscanyTile2 said: The article says he has played QB. I'm sold. Wildcat QB...scored 6 rushing TD's IIRC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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