Jalen Wayne Explained

Jalen Wayne
Current Team:Green Bay Packers
Number:2
Position:Wide receiver
Birth Date:13 May 1999
Birth Place:Baton Rouge, Louisiana, U.S.
Height Ft:6
Height In:2
Weight Lb:210
High School:Spanish Fort
(Spanish Fort, Alabama)
College:South Alabama (2017–2022)
Undraftedyear:2023
Pastteams:
Status:Active
Cflstatus:American
Highlights:
Statlabel1:Receptions
Statlabel2:Receiving yards
Statlabel3:Receiving average
Statlabel4:Receiving touchdowns
Pfr:WaynJa00

Jalen Jakory Wayne (born May 13, 1999) is an American professional football wide receiver for the Green Bay Packers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at South Alabama.

Early years

Wayne grew up in Spanish Fort, Alabama and attended Faith Academy, where he focused on basketball and was a member of the high school varsity team while he was in eighth grade. He transferred to Spanish Fort High School before the start of his senior year.[1] During his senior season, he brought in 28 catches for 469 yards and 3 touchdowns while also rushing for 279 yards.[2] After graduation, he attended the University of South Alabama.

College career

Wayne played American football with the University of South Alabama. He delayed engagement in athletics his sophomore season after playing in four games.[3] In his junior season, he hauled 33 receptions for 418 yards and 1 touchdown.[1] As a redshirt senior, he caught 53 passes for 630 yards and 2 touchdowns.[4] Wayne used the extra year of eligibility granted to college athletes due to the COVID-19 pandemic and returned to South Alabama for a sixth season.[5] He caught 58 receptions for 815 yards and nine touchdowns in his final season.[6] For his performance he was named Second Team All Sun-Belt.[7] Wayne finished his college career with 152 receptions for 1,980 yards and 14 touchdowns.[8]

Professional career

Buffalo Bills

After not being selected in the 2023 NFL draft, Wayne signed with the Buffalo Bills as an undrafted free agent.[9] He was released on July 28, 2023.[10]

Cleveland Browns

On August 4, 2023, Wayne signed with the Cleveland Browns.[11] On August 27, 2023, Wayne was released by the Browns.[12]

Montreal Alouettes

Wayne signed with the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League (CFL) on January 22, 2024.[13]

Green Bay Packers

Wayne signed with the Green Bay Packers on July 19, 2024.[14]

Personal life

Wayne is the cousin of wide receiver Reggie Wayne.[15] [16]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Inabinett . Mark . February 2, 2023 . Prep hoops player pivots to football, lands in Senior Bowl . July 26, 2023 . AL.com.
  2. Web site: McNanna . Cole . May 1, 2023 . Buffalo Bills sign Spanish Fort's Jalen Wayne as undrafted free agent . July 26, 2023 . Gulf Coast Media.
  3. Web site: Stephenson . Creg . September 18, 2019 . South Alabama's Jalen Wayne anxious to get back on field vs. UAB after extended absence . July 26, 2023 . AL.com.
  4. Web site: Stephenson . Creg . August 6, 2022 . South Alabama's Jalen Wayne comfortable moving into No. 1 receiver role . July 26, 2023 . AL.com.
  5. Web site: With Jalen Tolbert headed to NFL, it's Jalen Wayne's time at South Alabama. Creg. Stephenson. AL.com. March 22, 2022 . July 26, 2023.
  6. Web site: Stephenson . Creg . February 2, 2023 . South Alabama's Luter, Wayne have homefield advantage for Senior Bowl . July 26, 2023 . AL.com.
  7. March 13, 2023 . NFL Draft Profile: Jalen Wayne, Wide Receiver, South Alabama Jaguars . July 26, 2023 . Sports Illustrated.
  8. Web site: Jalen Wayne College Stats, School, Draft, Gamelog, Splits . 2024-08-02 . College Football at Sports-Reference.com . en.
  9. Web site: Stephenson . Creg . April 29, 2023 . South Alabama's Jalen Wayne signs with Buffalo Bills as undrafted free agent . July 26, 2023 . AL.com.
  10. Web site: Bills Sign WR Andy Isabella, Cut Reggie Wayne's Cousin. Dimmitt, Zach. SI.com. July 28, 2023.
  11. Web site: Browns make roster moves – Aug. 4. ClevelandBrowns.com. August 4, 2023.
  12. Web site: Browns reduce roster to 76. ClevelandBrowns.com . August 27, 2023.
  13. Web site: Jalen Wayne . Footballdb.com . February 25, 2024.
  14. Web site: Packers announce roster moves. Packers.com. July 19, 2024.
  15. Web site: Stephenson . Creg . February 9, 2023 . South Alabama's Darrell Luter, Jalen Wayne among 319 invited to NFL Combine . July 26, 2023 . AL.com.
  16. Web site: Gaughan . Mark . May 20, 2023 . Bills undrafted rookie Jalen Wayne gets high-level tips from famous cousin . July 26, 2023 . The Buffalo News.