Jason Kiree Huntley (born April 20, 1998) is an American football running back who is a free agent. He played college football at New Mexico State, and was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the fifth round of the 2020 NFL Draft.

College career

Coming out of Martin High School in Arlington, Texas, Huntley was not highly recruited and signed with New Mexico State. He returned three kickoffs for touchdowns in 2018. In 2019, Huntley rushed for 1,090 yards (7.1 yards per carry) with nine touchdowns and also had 1,119 receiving yards.

Jason Huntley

Professional career

Detroit Lions

Huntley was selected by the Detroit Lions in the fifth round with the 172nd overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. On July 13, 2020, the Lions signed Huntley to a four-year contract. He was waived by the Lions during final roster cuts on September 5, 2020.

Jason Huntley

Philadelphia Eagles

Huntley was claimed off waivers by the Philadelphia Eagles on September 6, 2020. He made his NFL debut in Week 1 against the Washington Football Team, and had 1 rushing attempt for 1 yard. He finished the season playing in 5 games, rushing 5 times for 19 yards, and 1 reception for 0 yards.

Jason Huntley

On August 31, 2021, Huntley was waived by the Eagles and re-signed to the practice squad the next day. He was signed to the active roster on January 10, 2022. He was released on August 30.

Pittsburgh Steelers

On September 2, 2022, Huntley signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers practice squad. He signed a reserve/future contract on January 10, 2023. He was released on August 1, 2023.

Indianapolis Colts

On August 9, 2023, Huntley signed with the Indianapolis Colts. He was waived on August 29, 2023 and re-signed to the practice squad. He was released on September 12.

References

External links

Philadelphia Eagles bio

New Mexico State Aggies bio

Living people

1998 births

American football running backs

New Mexico State Aggies football players

Detroit Lions players

Indianapolis Colts players

Philadelphia Eagles players

Pittsburgh Steelers players

Players of American football from Arlington, Texas