Delaware Football Standouts Sign NFL Free Agent Contracts
Newark, DE – Two University of Delaware football players, quarterback Nolan Henderson and wide receiver Thyrick Pitts, have signed undrafted free agent contracts with NFL teams following the 2023 NFL Draft. Henderson has joined the Baltimore Ravens, while Pitts has signed with the Chicago Bears. (bluehens.com)
Henderson, a Smyrna, Delaware native, had an impressive final season with the Blue Hens, earning All-CAA honors for the second time in his career. He set a UD record with 32 passing touchdowns in 2022 and became the second player in program history to surpass 50 career touchdowns, finishing with 56. Henderson also twice threw for five touchdowns in a game, becoming the first UD quarterback to achieve this feat multiple times. He ranks third in program history in completions (547), fourth in pass attempts (859), and fifth in passing yards (6,413). (bluehens.com)
Pitts, a three-time All-CAA selection, had a standout 2022 season, recording 57 receptions for 631 yards and tying for the CAA lead with 10 touchdown catches. He surpassed 2,000 career receiving yards in September 2022 against Hampton, becoming the first Blue Hen since 2013 to achieve this milestone. Pitts finished his UD career among the top 10 in several categories, including receptions (172), receiving yards (2,429), and touchdown catches (23). In Delaware’s playoff game at South Dakota State, he set the program record with a catch in 43 consecutive games, dating back to the 2019 season opener. (bluehens.com)
These signings continue Delaware’s strong presence in the NFL, with several former Blue Hens currently active in the league. Notably, Troy Reeder recently signed a free agent contract with the Minnesota Vikings, and Bilal Nichols is entering his second year with the Las Vegas Raiders. (bluehens.com)
The University of Delaware football program has a rich history of producing NFL talent, with numerous alumni making significant contributions at the professional level. The recent signings of Henderson and Pitts highlight the program’s ongoing success in developing players who transition to the NFL.
For more information on Delaware football and updates on former players, visit the official University of Delaware Athletics website.
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