Dustin Keller

Dustin Kendall Keller (born September 25, 1984 in ) is an American football tight end for the New York Jets of the National Football League. He was drafted by the Jets 30th overall in the 2008 NFL Draft. He played college football at Purdue.

Early years

He played high school football at Jefferson High School in Lafayette.

Dustin was the high jump state champion in Indiana his senior year at Lafayette Jefferson High School. While at Lafayette Jeff, Dustin was a three sport standout in football, basketball and track. He was also the state's leading wide receiver his senior year of high school

Dustin accepted a full ride scholarship from Purdue University just prior to the signing date, during his high school senior year. His freshman year at Purdue he red-shirted and switched from wide receiver to tight end. After a year of watching, learning and getting stronger, Dustin began to get a lot of time on the field and display his strength and athleticism. So much so, that his senior season at Purdue he was voted Most Valuable Offensive Player in the Motor City Bowl. In addition, his teammates voted him Purdue's Most Valuable Player that same season.

Professional career

New York Jets

Keller was drafted by the New York Jets 30th overall in the 2008 NFL Draft.

2008: 6 receptions, 84 yards, 2 TD's.

Measurables

• 4.53 40 Yard Dash
• 41 Inch Vertical
• 26 Bench Reps
• 6.88 3 Cone
• 3.94 Short Shuttle
• 10-foot-11 Broad Jump

External links

• New York Jets bio
• Purdue Boilermakers bio