The New England Patriots on Tuesday afternoon announced the signing of undrafted rookie wide receiver John Jiles.
Jiles originally signed with the New York Giants before he was released ahead of the 53-man roster deadline.
The 24-year-old Jiles set a school record of 1,255 receiving yards on 66 receptions with 16 touchdowns during his final collegiate season at West Florida. Jiles previously played at Fort Scott (Kan.) community college and Virginia Union.
Jiles, listed at 6-foot-3 and 220 pounds, has excellent size and a rare wingspan for the position. NFL Media draft analyst Lance Zierlein classified Jiles as a "priority free agent" before the 2024 NFL Draft.