Donovan Jeter Explained

Donovan Jeter
Position:Nose tackle
Birth Date:7 December 1998
Birth Place:Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Height Ft:6
Height In:3
Weight Lbs:325
High School:Beaver Falls
College:Michigan (2017–2021)
Undraftedyear:2022
Pastteams:
Statlabel1:Total tackles
Statvalue1:1
Statlabel2:Sacks
Statlabel3:Pass deflections
Statlabel4:Interceptions
Statlabel5:Forced fumbles
Statlabel6:Fumble recoveries
Statlabel7:Touchdowns
Pfr:JeteDo00

Donovan Jeter (born December 7, 1998) is an American football nose tackle who is a free agent. He played college football for the Michigan Wolverines. Jeter signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers as an undrafted free agent in 2022 and has also been a member of the Washington Commanders, Chicago Bears, New York Giants, and Houston Roughnecks.

Professional career

Pittsburgh Steelers

After going unselected in the 2022 NFL draft, Jeter signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers on April 30, 2022.[1] He was waived on August 30 as part of final roster cuts before the start of the 2022 season.[2]

Washington Commanders

Jeter signed with the Washington Commanders on September 12, 2022.[3] He appeared in one game before being released a week later.[4] He was re-signed to the practice squad on September 21.[5] Jeter was released on October 18, 2022.[6]

Chicago Bears

On January 10, 2023, Jeter signed a reserve/futures contract with the Chicago Bears.[7] He was waived by the Bears on August 1, 2023.[8]

New York Giants

On August 4, 2023, Jeter signed with the New York Giants.[9] He was waived on August 27.[10]

Houston Roughnecks

On December 11, 2023, Jeter signed with the Houston Roughnecks of the XFL.[11] The Roughnecks brand was transferred to the Houston Gamblers when the XFL and United States Football League (USFL) merged to create the United Football League (UFL).[12]

DC Defenders

On January 5, 2024, Jeter was selected by the DC Defenders during the 2024 UFL dispersal draft.[13] He was released on March 10, 2024.[14]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Steelers agree to terms with 10 rookie free agents. April 30, 2022. September 19, 2022. Steelers.com. Teresa. Varley.
  2. Web site: Steelers make two trades; release five players. August 30, 2022. Teresa. Varley. Steelers.com. September 19, 2022.
  3. Web site: Selby . Zach . Donovan Jeter excited to add skill set to Commanders front . Commanders.com . 17 September 2022.
  4. Web site: Commanders.com. Commanders claim DT John Ridgeway off waivers, release DT Donovan Jeter. September 19, 2022. September 19, 2022. Zach . Selby.
  5. Web site: Washington Commanders Public Relations . Commanders sign DT Donovan Jeter to the practice squad . Commanders.com . 24 September 2022.
  6. Web site: Selby . Zach . Commanders sign Jake Fromm to practice squad . Commanders.com . 18 October 2022.
  7. Web site: NFL news roundup: Latest league updates from Tuesday, Jan. 10. NFL.com. January 10, 2023. January 20, 2023. NFL Staff.
  8. Web site: Bears sign defensive tackle Bravvion Roy. nbcsportschicago.com. August 1, 2023.
  9. Web site: Giants sign NT Donovan Jeter; WR Jeff Smith waived/injured. Giants.com. August 4, 2023.
  10. Web site: Giants make series of transactions ahead of NFL roster deadline. Salomone, Dan. Giants.com. August 27, 2023.
  11. Web site: XFL Transactions . 2023-12-13 . www.xfl.com . en.
  12. Web site: Seifert . Kevin . January 1, 2024 . Newly formed United Football League sets 8 markets, tabs coaches . January 15, 2024 . ESPN.com.
  13. Web site: UFL - Team Rosters . 2024-01-09 . www.theufl.com . en-us.
  14. News: UFL Teams Set their Training Camp Rosters to 58 . UFLBoard.com . March 10, 2024 . March 10, 2024.