Jermar Jefferson, RB, Oregon State. Ranked #158 overall on the 2021 consensus board (Round 5 projection); Detroit drafted him in Round 7, pick 257.
Player Production
Career USAGEHow often this player was on the field compared to others at the position. Listed as USG below
★ All‑Pro · † Pro Bowl
15FRINGE
| Yr | Team | W-L | RUSH YDS | REC YDS | TD | SNP% | USG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| '21 | DET | 3-13 | 74 | 23 | 2 | 9% | 15 |
| '24 | DET | 15-2 | 22 | 10 | 0 | 9% | 14 |
| Rookie Contract | — | 96 | 33 | 2 | 9% | 15 | |
| Career | — | 96 | 33 | 2 | 9% | 15 | |
Size & Length
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Range Profile
Avg/BelowGoodGreatClass Peers *All RB in the 2021 draft class.
Better
Context
Height
5'10"
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Frame profile.
Weight
206 lbs
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Body mass profile.
Arm Length
N/A
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Length profile.
Hand Size
N/A
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Grip profile.
Athletic Profile
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Value
Range Profile
Avg/BelowGoodGreatClass Peers *All RB in the 2021 draft class.
Better
Context
Speed & Explosion
40 Yard Dash
4.57 sec.
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Speed over distance.
Vertical Jump
31"
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Explosiveness and leg strength.
Broad Jump
115"
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Explosiveness and leg strength.
Agility
10 Yard Split
N/A
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Initial burst.
3 Cone
7.38 sec.
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Agility and change of direction.
Short Shuttle
4.38 sec.
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Flexibility, burst, and balance.
Strength
Bench Press
13 reps
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Upper-body strength.
CHALKTALK
Projected as a Round 5 pick, Jermar Jefferson fell to Round 7 on draft day — then went on to outperform 99% of RBs from the 2021 draft class.