Adam Jennings


Adam Richard Jennings is an American former professional football player who was a wide receiver in the National Football League. He was selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the sixth round of the 2006 NFL draft. He played college football for the Fresno State Bulldogs.
Jennings was also a member of the Detroit Lions and New York Giants.

College career

At Fresno State, Jennings was an All-WAC first-team selection as a kickoff returner during his senior year. He was also an academic All-WAC pick for four consecutive years.

Professional career

Atlanta Falcons

Jennings was selected 184th overall by the Atlanta Falcons in the sixth round of the 2006 NFL draft. In two seasons with the Falcons, he totaled six receptions for 62 yards and one touchdown in 38 games while contributing with 53 punt returns.
He was cut by the Falcons on November 11, 2008.

Detroit Lions

After signing with the Detroit Lions in 2008, Jennings was cut at the end of the Lions' 2009 training camp on September 5. He was re-signed on September 30, but he was placed on season-ending injured reserve on October 5. He was later waived on December 29.

New York Giants

Jennings signed with the New York Giants on July 15, 2010. He was waived on August 6.