Jake Bargas


Jake Bargas is an American former professional football player who was a fullback in the National Football League. After playing college football for the North Carolina Tar Heels, he signed with the Minnesota Vikings as an undrafted free agent in 2020.

Professional career

Minnesota Vikings

Bargas signed with the Minnesota Vikings as an undrafted free agent following the 2020 NFL draft on April 27, 2020. He was waived during final roster cuts on September 5, and signed to the team's practice squad the next day. He was elevated to the active roster on December 24 for the team's week 16 game against the New Orleans Saints, and reverted to the practice squad after the game. He signed a reserve/future contract with the Vikings after the season on January 4, 2021.
On August 31, 2021, Bargas was waived by the Vikings and re-signed to the practice squad the next day.
On May 2, 2022, Bargas re-signed with the Vikings. He was released by Minnesota on August 16.

Chicago Bears

On August 21, 2022, Bargas signed with the Chicago Bears. He was waived on August 23.

Miami Dolphins

On November 8, 2022, Bargas was signed to the Miami Dolphins practice squad.

New Orleans Saints

On May 31, 2023, Bargas signed with the New Orleans Saints. He was waived by New Orleans on August 29.