Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Lil'Jordan Humphrey

Discover the career path of Lil'Jordan Humphrey, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Lil'Jordan Humphrey is an American professional football wide receiver who played college football at Texas. He has played in the NFL for the New Orleans Saints, New England Patriots, and Denver Broncos. In March 2025, Humphrey signed a one-year deal with the New York Giants.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2016: Freshman Season at Texas

In 2016, Humphrey played in 10 games as a true freshman at Texas, recording two receptions for 15 yards.

2017: Sophomore Season at Texas

In 2017, as a sophomore, Humphrey played in 12 games with six starts and had 37 receptions for 431 yards and one touchdown at Texas.

August 31, 2019: Waived by the Saints

On August 31, 2019, Humphrey was waived by the New Orleans Saints but signed to the practice squad the next day.

September 18, 2019: Promoted to Saints Active Roster

On September 18, 2019, Humphrey was promoted to the active roster of the New Orleans Saints.

December 28, 2019: Rejoined Active Roster

On December 28, 2019, Humphrey was promoted again to the active roster of the Saints.

2019: Enters the NFL Draft

In 2019, after a junior season with 86 receptions for 1,176 yards and nine touchdowns, Humphrey entered the NFL draft.

September 5, 2020: Waived by the Saints, signed to practice squad

On September 5, 2020, Humphrey was waived by the Saints and signed to the practice squad the next day.

January 2, 2021: Elevated to active roster for game against Carolina Panthers

On January 2, 2021, Humphrey was elevated to the active roster for the Saints' game against the Carolina Panthers.

January 18, 2021: Signed Reserve/Futures Contract with Saints

On January 18, 2021, Humphrey signed a reserve/futures contract with the Saints.

2021: 2021 Season Performance

In the 2021 season, Humphrey had 13 receptions for 249 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns.

March 16, 2022: Returning to the Saints offer voided

On March 16, 2022, it was reported that Humphrey would be returning to the Saints as a restricted free-agent, however, a failed physical voided the Saints offer.