Minnesota Vikings broad receiver Jalen Reagor celebrates after scoring a landing in opposition to the Chicago Bears at U.S. Financial institution Stadium. Through the second quarter on Oct. 9, 2022, Reagor discovered the top zone to assist Minnesota construct momentum in an NFC North matchup earlier than the house crowd in Minneapolis. Necessary Credit score: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports activities.
The Minnesota Vikings employed broad receiver Jalen Reagor in 2022, and 4 years later, he’ll attempt on the Miami Dolphins for measurement. The once-promising wideout hasn’t completely blossomed in his profession, however he retains getting jobs, and Jeff Hafley’s group awaits.
Reagor might not have too many NFL possibilities left, so he ought to most likely take advantage of this summer season in Miami, particularly as a particular teamer.
Miami Provides Reagor One other Summer season Shot
Minnesota Vikings broad receiver Jalen Reagor (5) secures a reception whereas New York Jets security Lamarcus Joyner (29) closes in defensively throughout second-quarter motion at U.S. Financial institution Stadium. On Dec. 4, 2022, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Reagor contributed to the Vikings’ passing assault in a tightly contested matchup between AFC and NFC playoff hopefuls. Necessary Credit score: Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports activities
Reagor to MIA
Reagor to Miami is official. Related Press revealed Tuesday, “The Miami Dolphins signed Jalen Reagor on Tuesday to add another receiving option for new quarterback Malik Willis. Reagor, selected 21st overall by Philadelphia in 2020, should bolster Miami’s thin receiving room, which lost stars Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle amid a roster overhaul under new general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan.”
“Reagor caught 64 passes for 695 yards and three touchdowns in his first two pro seasons with the Eagles before being traded to the Vikings in 2022, where he carved more of a role as a punt returner with a loaded Minnesota receiving room that included star Justin Jefferson — who was selected one pick after Reagor in 2020 — Adam Thielen and K.J. Osborn.”
It’s Reagor’s fifth group in seven seasons.
Profession for Reagor So Far
Reagor’s profession has landed in a reasonably frequent NFL spot: former 1st-Spherical decide, candy athlete, not a lot of a game-changer on offense.
He frolicked with the Chargers in 2024 after exhibiting up in September, enjoying eight video games and snagging seven passes for 100 yards. That just about sums up his entire profession. Over 5 seasons, Reagor has 86 catches for 1,037 yards and 4 touchdowns, plus 97 speeding yards and 1,134 yards from scrimmage. His stats by no means fairly lived as much as the place he was drafted, however he retains getting jobs as a result of that pace at all times turns heads.
Philadelphia Eagles broad receiver Jalen Reagor (18) is introduced down by New Orleans Saints linebacker Kwon Alexander (5) after making a reception at Lincoln Monetary Subject. On Nov. 21, 2021, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Reagor labored beneath routes because the Eagles battled the Saints throughout a late-season NFC matchup. Necessary Credit score: Invoice Streicher-Imagn Pictures
His finest yr was nonetheless his rookie season in Philly, when he caught 31 passes for 396 yards. Since then, his offensive function has shrunk. Minnesota barely used him in 2022. New England gave him a fast look in 2023, the place he confirmed extra promise as a returner than a receiver. Los Angeles simply noticed him as a backup.
And, sure, there’s at all times that shadow. Reagor will endlessly be linked to Philadelphia selecting him one spot earlier than Justin Jefferson. He’s not being judged like a sizzling prospect anymore. Now, he’s a job participant attempting to stay round.
The Dolphins’ [Bad] WR Corps
The Dolphins will probably be begging for a large receiver to emerge in 2026, freshly outfitted with Willis at quarterback. Right here’s the group in June:
Malik Washington
Tutu Atwell
Jalen Tolbert
Chris Bell
Jalen Reagor
Caleb Douglas
Kevin Coleman Jr.
Terrace Marshall Jr.
Theo Wease Jr.
Tahj Washington
Donaven McCulley
AJ Henning
Sure, that’s an actual NFL broad receiving corps that Miami by some means thinks will work.
DolphinsWire‘s Mike Masala wrote final month about Douglas specifically, “The Miami Dolphins added four rookie wide receivers this offseason, three in the 2026 NFL draft and one as an undrafted free agent, who they hope will not only make the team out of camp but make an impact in their first season. Caleb Douglas was the first of these rookies to join the roster when Miami used a third-round pick on the Texas Tech wideout, and while there’s plenty of reason to be excited about his prospects, he had one big issue in college — drops.”
“In two years with the Red Raiders, Douglas caught 114 passes for 1,723 yards and 13 touchdowns while earning All-Big 12 honors once. Now, in Miami, he has a chance to be the team’s top wide receiver in Week 1. He just needs to limit those drops and show what he’s capable of.”
If Reagor Can Make a WR Roster, It’s Most likely MIA
That is the very best scenario for Reagor as a result of a) There isn’t any clear-cut WR1 and maybe not even a WR2 b) It’s a take a look at for Reagor; if he can’t lower it on this WR roster, his days within the NFL are numbered.
Los Angeles Chargers broad receiver Jalen Reagor (89) celebrates throughout fourth-quarter motion in opposition to the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Financial institution Subject. On Nov. 3, 2024, in Cleveland, Ohio, Reagor loved a key second for the Chargers because the group pushed by a aggressive street contest late within the common season. Necessary Credit score: Scott Galvin-Imagn Pictures
Due to his particular groups versatility, Reagor really has an affordable shot of constructing the Dolphins’ closing roster in late August. He’s unlikely to interrupt out and eventually fulfill his 1st-Spherical draft inventory from 2020, however he ought to be capable of carve out a small function in Miami.
If the Dolphins waive him in three months, this is likely to be the top of the street — until Reagor desires to attempt the UFL or CFL.
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