Kene Nwangwu

Kene Nwangwu

26-Year-Old Running BackRB
 Free Agent  
Free Agent
2024 Fantasy Outlook
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$Signed a contract with the Saints in August of 2024.
Finds new opportunity
RBFree Agent
September 9, 2024
Nwangwu (undisclosed) signed with the Jets' practice squad Monday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Nwangwu was somewhat surprisingly waived by the Vikings on Aug. 27, and after being claimed by the Saints, was cut loose again with a failed physical designation. Whatever injury the Iowa State product was tending to, his signing with the Jets appears to indicate it's now in the past. The 26-year-old could be emergency running back depth for the team, as well as a potential candidate for a returner role he's filled in the past with Minnesota.
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This section compares his draft workout metrics with players at the same position. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that metric and it would be considered average.
* All metrics are from his Pro Day (not the combine).
Height
6' 1"
 
Weight
210 lbs
 
40-Yard Dash
4.31 sec
 
Shuttle Time
4.25 sec
 
Cone Drill
6.83 sec
 
Vertical Jump
38.0 in
 
Broad Jump
125 in
 
Bench Press
22 reps
 
Hand Length
9.25 in
 
Arm Length
30.50 in
 
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Past Fantasy Outlooks
2023
2022
Nwangwu was primarily used on special teams last season, playing just 18 offensive snaps (11 touches). He used his 4.32 speed to churn out 920 yards and a TD on 35 kickoff returns. It's possible he's called on to use his speed in the offense more often this season following the release of Dalvin Cook. Alexander Mattison is the new starter, but Nwangwu could carve out a backup role. He'll compete with Ty Chandler, a 2022 fifth-round pick, and DeWayne McBride, a 2023 seventh-round pick. More likely, Nwangwu will be limited to kick-return duty once again.
Nwangwu went from a backup at Iowa State to one of the NFL's best kickoff returners. The 2021 fourth-round pick, who ran a 4.32-second 40-yard dash at his Pro Day, was the only player in the league last season to record multiple kick returns for touchdowns. He also had 13 rushes for 61 yards and four catches for nine yards in limited action as a running back. He'll compete for the No. 3 role behind Dalvin Cook and Alexander Mattison but likely will see most of his action on special teams this season. Still, Nwangwu has the speed to surprise if he earns snaps on offense.
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Waived after failed physical
RBFree Agent
Undisclosed
August 29, 2024
The Saints waived Nwangwu (undisclosed) on Thursday with a failed physical designation, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.
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Claimed by New Orleans
RBNew Orleans Saints
August 28, 2024
The Saints claimed Nwangwu off waivers Wednesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
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Not in Minnesota's plans
RBMinnesota Vikings
August 27, 2024
The Vikings plan to cut or trade Nwangwu on Tuesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
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Another strong preseason game
RBMinnesota Vikings
August 17, 2024
Nwangwu had seven carries for 45 yards in Saturday's preseason win over Cleveland.
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Scores TD in preseason opener
RBMinnesota Vikings
August 10, 2024
Nwangwu had five carries for 52 yards, including a 48-yard touchdown, in Saturday's preseason win over Las Vegas.
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Getting look from Jets
RBFree Agent
September 1, 2024
Nwangwu will visit the Jets on Monday, Judd Zulgad of SKOR North Minneapolis reports.
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Nwangwu has had a busy offseason, as he was dumped by Minnesota after the preseason and then claimed by the Saints. However, he failed his physical in New Orleans and is now seeking another opportunity. The Jets likely have interest in Nwangwu as a special teams contributor, as he's been a strong kick returner in all three of his seasons as a pro.
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