For years, the New England Patriots were a prime destination in the NFL for undrafted free agents: at one point, the team had a 19-year streak of at least one UDFA making its Week 1 roster. The streak found its end in 2023, but was potentially started anew in 2024.
The player who started it? Safety Dell Pettus.
Hard facts
Name: Dell Pettus
Position: Safety/Special teamer
Jersey number: 24
Opening day age: 24 (6/2/2001)
Measurements: 5’10 3/4”, 200 lbs, 29 5/8” arm length, 8 1/4” hand size, 4.