Jerod Evans

Jerod Evans
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Evans (4) with Virginia Tech in 2016
Personal information
Born: (1994-01-16) January 16, 1994 (age 30)
Dallas, Texas, U.S.
Height:6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Weight:232 lb (105 kg)
Career information
High school:Mansfield (TX)
College:Virginia Tech
Position:Quarterback
Undrafted:2017
Career history
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only

Jerod X. Evans (born January 16, 1994) is an American professional football quarterback who is a free agent. He played college football for the Virginia Tech Hokies and signed with the Philadelphia Eagles as an undrafted free agent following the 2017 NFL draft.

Early years

Evans attended Mansfield High School in Mansfield, Texas.

College career

Evans played for the United States Air Force Academy in 2013 before tearing his ACL[1] and transferring to Trinity Valley Community College.[2] After two years at Trinity Valley he transferred to Virginia Tech.[3] In his first year at Virginia Tech in 2016 he was named the starting quarterback.[4][5] In his first start he threw for 221 yards and four touchdowns against Liberty.[6] In his first season at Virginia Tech he completed the regular season with 26 touchdown passes and 5 interceptions. Evans also broke the record for total offense in a season, previously held by Logan Thomas, leading Virginia Tech to the 2016 ACC Championship game against Clemson with a 9-3 (6-2 Coastal) record. In the 2016 Belk Bowl Evans led Virginia Tech to overcome a school record 24 point deficit with 330 all-purpose yards.[7] Evans' 2016 season set school records for most passes completed (263), most touchdowns thrown (28), most touchdowns thrown in a game (5), most passing yards, and highest completion percentage.[8]

On January 2, 2017, Evans announced that he was foregoing his senior year and entering the 2017 NFL draft, but he ended up undrafted.[9]

Statistics

Year Team Passing Rushing
Cmp Att Pct Yds Y/A TD Int Rtg Att Yds Avg TD
2016 Virginia Tech 268 422 63.8 3,552 8.4 29 8 153.1 204 846 4.1 12
Career 268 422 63.8 3,552 8.4 29 8 153.1 204 846 4.1 12

Professional career

Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight Arm length Hand span 40-yard dash 10-yard split 20-yard split 20-yard shuttle Vertical jump Broad jump Wonderlic
6 ft 2+3⁄4 in
(1.90 m) 		232 lb
(105 kg) 		33+1⁄8 in
(0.84 m) 		9+3⁄8 in
(0.24 m)		 4.80 s 1.63 s 2.81 s 4.41 s 26.5 in
(0.67 m)		 9 ft 4 in
(2.84 m)		 21
All values from NFL Combine[10]

Philadelphia Eagles

Evans signed with the Philadelphia Eagles as an undrafted free agent on May 11, 2017.[11] He suffered a foot injury in the first week of rookie minicamp and was waived/injured by the Eagles and placed on injured reserve on May 14, 2017.[12] He was waived from injured reserve on May 22, 2017 with an injury settlement.[13]

Green Bay Packers

On October 17, 2017, Evans was signed to the Green Bay Packers' practice squad.[14] He was released on December 19, 2017.[15]

The Spring League

In March 2018, Evans was named as a quarterback for the East team in the 2018 edition of The Spring League, a developmental showcase and scouting event for current NFL free agents.[16]

Washington Valor

On May 22, 2018, Evans was assigned to the Washington Valor. On July 2, 2018, he was placed on reassignment.[17]

Baltimore Brigade

On March 6, 2019, Evans was assigned to the Baltimore Brigade.

Washington Valor

On April 12, 2019, Evans was traded to the Washington Valor.

Tokyo Gas Creators

In 2021, Evans joined the Tokyo Gas creators of Japan's XLeague.

Carolina Cobras

In 2022, Evans joined the Carolina Cobras of the National Arena League (NAL).[18]

Vegas Knight Hawks

On April 28, 2022, Evans signed with the Vegas Knight Hawks of the Indoor Football League (IFL).[19] He was released on June 15, 2022.[20]

Northern Arizona Wranglers

On June 20, 2022, Evans was signed by the Northern Arizona Wranglers.[21]

Fehérvár Enthroners

On April 23, 2023, Evans was signed by the Hungarian Fehérvár Enthroners of European League of Football.[22] He was released on June 20.[23]

Personal

Evans' brother Caleb was a former starting quarterback for the University of Louisiana - Monroe Warhawks, and now is a quarterback for the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League.

References

  1. ^ Wallace, Ava. "Virginia Tech names junior college transfer Jerod Evans starting quarterback for opener". Washington Post. Retrieved January 2, 2016.
  2. ^ Mansfield grad Jerod Evans takes long route to Virginia Tech
  3. ^ Hokies land commitment from nation's No. 1 dual threat JUCO quarterback Jerod Evans
  4. ^ "Virginia Tech names junior college transfer Jerod Evans starting quarterback for opener". The Washington Post. August 26, 2016. Archived from the original on April 13, 2019.
  5. ^ Virginia Tech tabs Jerod Evans as starting quarterback
  6. ^ Virginia Tech's Jerod Evans aims for perfection
  7. ^ "Arkansas vs. Virginia Tech - Box Score - December 29, 2016 - ESPN". ESPN.com. Retrieved December 30, 2016.
  8. ^ "Jerod Evans adds new school records to his resume". VTScoop. Retrieved December 30, 2016.
  9. ^ "Virginia Tech loses QB Jerod Evans and his top two weapons to the NFL Draft". January 2, 2017.
  10. ^ "Jerod Evans Draft and Combine Prospect Profile". NFL.com. Retrieved March 25, 2020.
  11. ^ "Check Out The Full Rookie Camp Roster". PhiladelphiaEagles.com. May 11, 2017. Archived from the original on December 15, 2017.
  12. ^ Gowton, Brandon Lee (May 14, 2017). "Eagles waived/injured a quarterback, sign an offensive tackle". BleedingGreenNation.com.
  13. ^ Gowton, Brandon Lee (May 22, 2017). "Eagles waive two rookies with injury settlements (but they could return to Philadelphia)". BleedingGreenNation.com.
  14. ^ "Packers sign QB Jerod Evans to practice squad". Packers.com. October 17, 2017. Archived from the original on October 18, 2017. Retrieved October 17, 2017.
  15. ^ "Packers place QB Aaron Rodgers on IR". Packers.com. December 19, 2017. Archived from the original on March 26, 2018.
  16. ^ "The Spring League 2018 Rosters Released". thespringleague.com. March 21, 2018. Retrieved March 26, 2018.
  17. ^ "Transactions". afldigital.com. Archived from the original on July 5, 2018. Retrieved July 5, 2018.
  18. ^ "Official Website of the Carolina Cobras: Player Roster". Archived from the original on May 23, 2022. Retrieved May 17, 2022.
  19. ^ "Transactions".
  20. ^ "Transactions".
  21. ^ "2022 Football Roster".
  22. ^ "Fehérvár Enthroners announce the signing of new quarterback â€" Cunningham and franchise part ways | ELF".
  23. ^ "Fehérvár Enthroners announce release of quarterback Jerod Evans | ELF".