As first reported by Aaron Wilson (@RavenInsider), the Jets have agreed to terms with their final 2012 draft pick, Western Michigan wide receiver Jordan White.
According to Wilson, White has agreed to a four-year deal worth $2.145 million, including a $45,896 signing bonus. Wilson cites a “a league source” on the details.
The team announced the signing via their Twitter account this morning, verifying reports from late last night.
White is presently sidelined due to a broken foot (fifth metatarsal) he suffered in OTAs. He had surgery in May and is expected to fully recover in time for training camp.
I am no doctor, but I’ve had enough sports related injuries to know that breaks are far better than sprains and strains. I’m looking forward to seeing what White can do in training camp and what he can contribute this year.
In case you are interested, my early thoughts on White on draft day:
In 2011, he led the nation with 140 catches and 1,911 receiving yards and scored 17 touchdowns. He is Western Michigan’s career and season leader in receptions, receiving yards and 100-yard games.
White has average size and speed, but he is noted for being an “NFL-ready route runner.” His athleticism allows him to play bigger and faster than he is and scouting reports indicate that he will adapt very well at the next level. He has the potential to be one of those “diamond in the rough” type players and though I see him competing for the 4/5 WR spot this year, he could very well sneak his way into a #3 receiver type of a role in the future.
You can follow Jordan on Twitter, @_JordanWhite.
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Saw White play a couple of times last year and the consensus analyst-wise was he was a superb college wideout but his NFL future was unclear. We hear that a lot more at the QB and RB positions but I think most WR deserve a look regardless of what their perceived incoming tangibles are, especially possession-type guys who are a lock to secure the ball on a short 3rd down pass. Looks like a guy who always will hit his mark on a route and sit down past the first down marker. It’s amazing how many guys can’t grasp the concept of having to get past – and stay past – that spot. White looks to be worth a look when healthy.
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