Description: The Patriots have placed United States Olympic sprinter and former Florida Gators running back Jeff Demps on injured reserve.
Insight: NFL.com suggests that Demps wasn't believed to be seriously injured, but the Patriots wanted to allow the running back to rehabilitate with the team and spend a full offseason in their program next year.
8/17/2012 7:14:00 PM
Description: Former Florida Gators running back and United States Olympic sprinter Jeff Demps has signed with the New England Patriots.
Insight: Demps wasn't picked in the draft last April but he did show some NFL potential during his time at Florida, leading the Gators with six rushing touchdowns a season ago. He could get some chances as a kickoff/punt returner for the Pats, though that probably won't be enough to elevate him into any fantasy discussions.
