Dezmin Lewis


Dezmin "Dez" Lewis is an American former professional football player who was a wide receiver for the Buffalo Bills of the National Football League. He played college football for the Central Arkansas Bears and was selected by the Bills in the seventh round of the 2015 NFL draft.

College career

Lewis played at the University of Central Arkansas from 2011 to 2014. He had 197 receptions for 2,668 yards and 24 touchdowns during his career with the Bears.

Professional career

Lewis was selected by the Buffalo Bills in the seventh round with the 234th overall pick of the 2015 NFL draft. On September 4, 2015, he was released by the Bills. On September 6, 2015, the Bills signed Lewis to their practice squad.
On September 2, 2016, Lewis was released by the Bills as part of final roster cuts and was signed to their practice squad. He was promoted to the active roster on November 29, 2016.
On September 2, 2017, Lewis was waived by the Bills.

International competition

Lewis represented the United States at the 2022 World Games, playing on the U.S. flag football team where he won a gold medal.