Jake Byrne


Jake Byrne is a former American football tight end. He played college football at University of Wisconsin-Madison.

NFL career

New Orleans Saints

After going undrafted during the 2012 NFL Draft, Byrne was signed by the New Orleans Saints as an undrafted free agent on April 29, 2012. He was released on August 27, 2012 during final cuts.

Houston Texans

On January 8, 2013, Byrne was signed to the Houston Texans' practice squad. He was released by the Texans on September 1, 2013.

San Diego Chargers

On September 2, 2013, Byrne was signed to the San Diego Chargers' practice squad.

Second stint with the Texans

On October 9, 2013, Byrne was signed of the Chargers' practice squad by the Texans. Byrne appeared in 7 games, before being released on December 14, 2013.

Kansas City Chiefs

On December 18, 2013, Byrne was signed to the Kansas City Chiefs' practice squad.

Second stint with the Chargers

On December 23, 2013, Byrne was signed off the Chiefs' practice squad by the Chargers. The Chargers released Byrne on August 25, 2014.