The Buffalo Bills announced the signing of 13 undrafted free agents Friday, adding depth at positions that went untouched in their 2017 NFL Draft haul. While none of these players have names that pop off the page like the Erik Strikers and Da’Rick Rogers of years past, Buffalo’s roster needs support at the bottom of the depth chart, giving them a better-than-average chance to see a few names stick into the season. Here are some fast facts for each player:
Jason Croom, TE, Tennessee
6’4” 252 pounds. 4.69 40 yard dash, 23 BP reps, 34” vert, 10’ broad, 4.40 shuttle, 7.33 three cone at his pro day.
Former teammate of Bills draft pick Nate Peterman, who played for Tennessee before transferring to Pitt. Began his career at wide receiver before converting to tight end as a redshirt senior. Redshirted as a freshman due to a shoulder injury, and missed redshirt junior season with knee surgery. Played in 39 games, starting 14. Had 21 catches, 242 yards as a senior. 60/816/6 receiving slash across his college career.
Keith Towbridge, TE, Louisville
6’4” 262 pounds. 4.72 40 yard dash, 19 BP reps, 37.5” vert, 10’5” broad, 4.40 shuttle, 7.10 three cone at his pro day.
Primarily a blocking tight end at Louisville, catching 21 passes for 283 yards and 3 TDs in his college career. Joins a large group of Cardinals on the Bills including former teammate John Miller. Appeared in games for four seasons, starting a handful of games each year from 2014-2016.
Brandon Reilly, WR, Nebraska
6’2” 202 pounds. 4.47 40 yard dash, 18 BP reps, 32” vert, 10’ broad, 4.18 shuttle, 6.77 three cone at his pro day.
Walked on to the team, and redshirted as a freshman. Named Academic All-Big Ten for four straight seasons. Finished career with 70 receptions for 1275 yards and 6 TDs, including a 21/412/2 receiving slash as a senior. Started 4 games in senior year while battling injuries. Inconsistent big-play receiver who averaged 19.11 yards per catch in his final two seasons. Blocked two punts as a sophomore.
Daikiel Shorts, WR, West Virginia
6’0” 196 pounds. 4.60 40 yard dash, 16 BP reps, 33” vert, 10’4” broad, 4.29 shuttle, 7.15 three cone at his pro day.
Started 36 games for the Mountaineers, playing in 51. Had a 63/894/5 receiving slash as a senior, and finishes his career with 177 receptions for 2263 yards and 14 TDs.
Jordan Johnson, RB, Buffalo
6’1” 223 pounds. 4.65 40 yard dash, 19 BP reps, 35.5” vert, 10’1” broad, 4.59 shuttle, 7.44 three cone at his pro day.
Local product from Sweet Home High School. Redshirted as a freshman, then missed his next year after a preseason injury. Started three games as a junior then became the starter as a senior. For his career, 446 rushes for 2212 yards (5.0 YPA), 19 TDs, 4 fumbles. 21 catches for 191 yards, 1 TD.
Greg Pyke, OG, Georgia
6’5” 330 pounds. 5.28 40 yard dash, 24 BP reps, 20” vert, 8’6” broad, 4.84 shuttle, 7.91 three cone at his pro day.
Played both guard and tackle for Georgia. Played in 40 games, started 36 games, including 13 at right tackle as a senior.
Zach Voytek, OG, New Haven
6’4” 313 pounds. 5.41 40 yard dash, 21 BP reps, 20.5” vert, 7’7” broad, 4.89 shuttle, 8.08 three cone at his pro day.
Played for Division II New Haven. 44-game starter for the Chargers. High school wrestler and track and field player in addition to playing football. Was named the NE-10 Conference Offensive Lineman of the Year for three consecutive seasons, and an all-conference selection for all four seasons.
Marquavius Lewis, DE, South Carolina
6’3” 276 pounds. 5.02 40 yard dash, 21 BP reps, 31” vert, 9’6” broad, 4.68 shuttle, 7.60 three cone at his pro day.
Played 2013-2014 at Hutchinson Community College, earning Jayhawk Conference Defensive Player of the Year honors in 2014. One of the top JUCO prospects available in 2014. Saw the field for his junior and senior seasons, starting both years. 93 tackles, 10 TFL, 4.5 sacks, 8 hurries.
Nigel Williams, DT, Virginia Tech
6’2” 296 pounds. 5.11 40 yard dash, 24 BP reps, 30” vert, 8’3” broad, 4.15 shuttle, 7.58 three cone at his pro day.
Played four seasons for the Hokies, starting 20 games in his sophomore and senior seasons. For his career, 70 tackles, 23 TFL, 7 sacks, 15 hurries.
Marcus Sayles, CB, West Georgia
5’9” 177 pounds. 4.50 40 yard dash, 15 BP reps, 40” vert, 11’ broad, 4.06 shuttle, 6.56 three cone at his pro day.
Was a pre-draft visitor with the Bills. An impact specialist who set an NCAA record with 17 blocked kicks in his career. As a cornerback, had 12 career interceptions, including five as a senior.
B.T. Sanders, S, Nicholls State
5’11” 195 pounds.
Three year starter at safety for FCS Nicholls State. 55 tackles, 1 TFL, 1 forced fumble, 1 INT as a senior. In the previous three seasons, had 198 tackles, 7.5 TFL, 1 sack, three forced fumbles, 8 PBU, 2 INTs.
Jeremy Tyler, S, West Virginia
5’11” 212 pounds. 4.76 40 yard dash, 11 BP reps, 32.5” vert, 9’4” broad, 4.27 shuttle, 6.94 three cone at his pro day.
Strong safety prospect. Saw spot time on the field during his first three seasons before starting his senior year. 2 INT, 8 PBU, 56 tackles (1 TFL) as a senior.
Austin Rehkow, P, Idaho
6’3” 214 pounds. Was a combination kicker and punter for the Vandals, going 70/92 (.761) in field goals and punting for an average of 46.3 yards, all school records. 35.1 percent of punts were fair catches as a senior. 49.1 percent of punts landed inside the 20, 28.1 percent inside the 10. Also handled kickoffs, with 96 of 254 attempts going for touchbacks. 127/130 on extra point attempts.