Johnny Lumpkin


Jonathan Lumpkin is an American professional football tight end. Also known well by his famous nickname "Lumpia", he played college football at Hutchinson before transferring to Louisiana. He was signed by the Patriots as an undrafted free agent following the 2023 NFL draft.

High school career

Lumpkin went to Frederick Douglass High School, and was a 3-star recruit who held 17 D1 offers. He was a member of the first team All-Region senior year of high school, and also played basketball starting in all games as both a junior and senior.

College career

Lumpkin played college football for the Hutchinson Blue Dragons and later for the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns.

Professional career

New England Patriots

After going undrafted in the 2023 NFL draft, Lumpkin signed with the New England Patriots of the National Football League on April 30, 2023. He was waived by the Patriots on August 27.

Indianapolis Colts

On August 31, 2023, Lumpkin was signed to the Indianapolis Colts' practice squad. He was released on September 12.

Denver Broncos

On January 2, 2024, Lumpkin was signed to the Denver Broncos practice squad. He was not signed to a reserve/future contract and thus became a free agent at the end of the season.

Green Bay Packers

Lumpkin was signed to the Green Bay Packers practice squad on September 10, 2024. He was released by Green Bay on September 24.
On January 14, 2025, Lumpkin signed a reserve/futures contract with the Packers. He was released on August 26 as part of final roster cuts.