Jake Murphy Explained
| Jake Murphy |
| Number: | 83 |
| Position: | Tight end |
| Birth Date: | 21 September 1989 |
| Birth Place: | Atlanta, Georgia |
| Height Ft: | 6 |
| Height In: | 4 |
| Weight Lbs: | 250 |
| High School: | American Fork (UT) |
| College: | Utah |
| Undraftedyear: | 2014 |
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Jacob Thomas Murphy (born September 21, 1989) is a former American football tight end. He was signed by the Oakland Raiders as an undrafted free agent in 2014. He played college football at the University of Utah.[1]
Professional career
Oakland Raiders
Murphy decided to forego his senior year at the University of Utah to declare for the 2014 NFL draft.[2] After going unselected in the draft, he signed with the Oakland Raiders on May 10, 2014.[3]
Miami Dolphins
On September 23, 2014, Murphy was signed to the Miami Dolphins' practice squad.[4]
Cincinnati Bengals
Murphy was signed to the practice squad of the Cincinnati Bengals on November 3, 2014.[5]
He was waived on August 19, 2015.[6]
Denver Broncos
The Denver Broncos claimed Murphy off waivers on August 20, 2015.[7] On August 31, 2015, he was released by the Broncos.
Personal
Murphy is the son of Dale Murphy, a former Major League Baseball outfielder (1976–93).
External links
Notes and References
- News: Former Utah tight end Jake Murphy signs to Miami Dolphins practice squad. Judd. Brandon. September 30, 2014. Deseret News. October 18, 2014.
- Web site: NFL.com. Utah TE Jake Murphy declares for 2014 NFL Draft. Dan. Greenspan. December 27, 2013. August 20, 2015.
- http://www.sltrib.com/sports/1411231-155/murphy-draft-free-utah-matthew-piper Utah TE Jake Murphy excited to be a Raider, put draft process behind him
- News: DesertNews.com. Former Utah tight end Jake Murphy signs to Miami Dolphins practice squad. Brandon. Judd. September 23, 2014. August 20, 2015.
- http://www.cincyjungle.com/2014/11/3/7152649/bengals-justin-jackson-jake-murphy-practice-squad Bengals add Justin Jackson and Jake Murphy to practice squad
- Web site: ESPN.com. Bengals waive TE Jake Murphy, sign WR Michael Bennett. Coley. Harvey. August 19, 2015. August 20, 2015.
- Web site: Broncos claim TE Jake Murphy off waivers; place Marvin Austin Jr. on injured reserve. DenverBroncos.com. Andrew. Mason. August 20, 2015. August 20, 2015.
