DeeJay Dallas, who was recently released by the Jacksonville Jaguars, has found a new opportunity in the NFL. The running back was signed to the Minnesota Vikings' practice squad on September 2, according to NFL insider Aaron Wilson.
Dallas was let go by the Jaguars during the team's roster cutdowns, which took place last Sunday. His release came as the Jaguars made tough decisions to finalize their roster ahead of the season, leaving Dallas in search of a new team.
The Vikings' decision to add Dallas to their practice squad comes as they look to bolster their running back depth. Alongside Dallas, Minnesota also signed linebacker Kyle Van Noy, while waiving players such as Gavin Gerhardt and Tristan Leigh to make room for the new additions.
Dallas's journey with the Jaguars began last December when he was signed to the team's 53-man roster to fill in for Bhayshul Tuten, who was sidelined due to injury. During his time with Jacksonville, Dallas participated in three games and made a notable impact, including a receiving touchdown. His performance during the offseason and training camp kept him in contention for a roster spot, but the Jaguars ultimately decided to go in a different direction.
The Jaguars' running back room became increasingly crowded, with Tuten, Chris Rodriguez, and LeQuint Allen already occupying three roster spots. Ameer Abdullah's impressive summer performance further complicated Dallas's chances, as he secured a spot as the fourth running back. Additionally, the Jaguars signed undrafted free agent J'Mari Taylor, who showed promise during training camp and was placed on the practice squad.
In the preseason, Dallas showcased his skills by appearing in all three games for the Jaguars, where he carried the ball 33 times for a total of 87 yards and recorded a touchdown through the air. Despite his efforts, the competition proved too stiff, leading to his release.
Now, with the Vikings, Dallas will have the chance to continue his professional career and contribute to a team that is looking to make a significant impact this season. As he joins the Vikings' practice squad, Dallas will work to prove his value and potentially earn a spot on the active roster as the season progresses.
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