Former Gators wide receiver signs with new NFL team after getting cut
It has been a rough road to the NFL for former Florida wide receiver Jacob Copeland, who went unselected in April’s 2023 NFL draft. The prolific pass-catcher did manage to sign on with the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted free agent but alas, he was cut from the team last week when his former team made some roster moves.
Fortunately, the Minnesota Vikings liked what they saw from him after trying out with the team, resulting in a contract offer on Monday to play up in the Land of 10,000 Lakes. The rookie joins up with fellow former Gators wideout Brandon Powell along with big names such as Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison, KJ Osborn, N’Keal Harry in the receiver corps.
Copeland played four years in Gainesville after being recruited by Dan Mullen during his debut season at the helm in 2018. The 6-foot, 202-pound receiver saw improved numbers and playing time during his tenure with the Orange and Blue, but chose to move on to the Maryland Terrapins when Billy Napier’s staff took over for the 2022 campaign.
Overall during his collegiate career stretching across five seasons (one redshirt), Copeland amassed 112 receptions for 1,742 yards (15.6 yards per) along with 11 touchdowns. He also ran the ball nine times for 64 yards giving him 1,806 total yards from scrimmage.
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