The Jacksonville Jaguars are signing former Texas-Permian Basin wide receiver Ben Patterson, according to a report from Tom Pelissero. The move adds the small-school standout to the Jacksonville roster as the team continues its offseason evaluations.
Patterson transitions to the NFL following a collegiate career at the University of Texas-Permian Basin (UTPB), a program competing in the NCAA Division II Lone Star Conference. During the 2023 season with the UTPB Falcons, Patterson recorded 528 receiving yards and six touchdowns on 29 receptions, averaging 18.2 yards per catch. He now joins a Jaguars wide receiver room that is currently being assessed by the coaching staff during the team's ongoing offseason program.
The specific financial terms and the duration of the agreement between Patterson and the Jaguars have not been disclosed at this time. Patterson is expected to join the team in Florida to participate in the remaining portion of the Jacksonville offseason schedule. This signing marks a significant jump for the UTPB product as he competes for a role on the professional level.
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