DT Sheffield signs with New York Jets as undrafted free agent

6 articles · Updated · 247Sports · Apr 26

Sheffield, who led Rutgers in 2025 with 44 catches for 577 yards and five touchdowns, joins the Jets after the 2026 NFL Draft.
He played one season at Rutgers following stints at North Texas, Washington State, and Northwest Mississippi Community College, showcasing versatility and experience across multiple programs.
Sheffield will attend rookie minicamp and compete for a roster or practice squad spot, potentially contributing as a return specialist, as several Rutgers players pursue NFL opportunities post-draft.

Will Sheffield's experience under Rutgers' NFL coaches give him an edge over other undrafted free agents?

How will Sheffield’s journeyman college career prepare him for the uphill battle of an undrafted NFL hopeful?

What makes Sheffield more than just a camp body for a Jets team that just drafted a top receiver?

Could special teams value be DT Sheffield's secret ticket to a spot on the Jets' 53-man roster?

Despite leading his team in receiving, why did every NFL team pass on DT Sheffield in the 2026 draft?