Yahoo Sports NFL on Sterling Shepard

ArticleScouting New York Jets wide receiver Sterling ShepardOctober 15, 2026

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Shepard has played in the slot 60 percent of the time at the NFL level but can still produce on the outside. He's also been an option on jet sweeps and end arounds with 17 carries for 109 yards and a touchdown in college and 36 carries for 274 yards and a touchdown in the NFL.

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Shepard is 60% slot receiver with versatility on jet sweeps.

Shepard has played in the slot 60 percent of the time at the NFL level but can still produce on the outside; he has also been used on jet sweeps and end arounds with 36 carries for 274 yards and a touchdown in the NFL, showcasing versatility beyond traditional receiver routes.