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New York Jets: 3 UDFA’s Who Could Make An Immediate Impact

By Nicholas Price

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - APRIL 25: Quinnen Williams of Alabama poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell after he was picked #3 overall by the New York Jets during the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft on April 25, 2019 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - APRIL 25: Quinnen Williams of Alabama poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell after he was picked #3 overall by the New York Jets during the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft on April 25, 2019 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) /
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WINSTON SALEM, NC – OCTOBER 28: Wide receiver Greg Dortch #89 celebrates with tight end Cam Serigne #85 of the Wake Forest Demon Deacons after scoring a touchdown against the Louisville Cardinals late in the first quarter of the football game at BB&T Field on October 28, 2017 in Winston Salem, North Carolina. (Photo by Mike Comer/Getty Images)
WINSTON SALEM, NC – OCTOBER 28: Wide receiver Greg Dortch #89 celebrates with tight end Cam Serigne #85 of the Wake Forest Demon Deacons after scoring a touchdown against the Louisville Cardinals late in the first quarter of the football game at BB&T Field on October 28, 2017 in Winston Salem, North Carolina. (Photo by Mike Comer/Getty Images) /

Greg Dortch, WR, Wake Forest

Greg Dortch going undrafted was a bit of a surprise for me since I had him ranked in the 6th round on my own personal board. He’s a little small (5-9 170), very similar to Hollywood Brown (drafted by the Baltimore Ravens 25th Overall) and his new teammate, Jamison Crowder.

Dortch looked fast on tape and ran a 4.46 40 yard dash at his pro day. While not overly explosive he was an underrated route runner who had very good production at Wake Forest, catching 142 balls for 1800 yards and 17 TDS. Dortch was predominately used as a slot receiver, where he did most of his damage for the Demon Deacons.

However, I think one of his best assets as a player is his ability to return kicks and punts. This skill alone will garner him some early playing time during the season and is probably his best chance at a roster spot.

Unfortunately for Dortch, he is facing an uphill battle heading into training camp. Along with having Crowder on their roster, the Jets are also fielding 2018 UDFA, Deontay Burnett, according to Ourlads.com

But by showcasing his quick feet, speed, and ability to return kicks, Dortch shouldn’t have to worry too much.

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