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Over the last few months, we’ve been breaking down all undrafted free agents signed by the Jets. We continue today with former Toledo running back Chip Trayanum.
The 24-year old Trayanum is listed at 5’10” and 224 pounds and spent time at Arizona State, Ohio State and Kentucky before breaking out with a thousand-yard season at Toledo last year, which earned him first team all-MAC recognition.
Background
Trayanam was a four-star high school recruit who began his collegiate career at Arizona State. He was productive as a true freshman as he racked up 290 yards and four touchdowns in four games, but then opted to redshirt because of the pandemic-shortened schedule.
In the following season, he started three games but ultimately saw his playing time fall off after a couple of fumbles. He ended up with 402 yards and six touchdowns in nine games.
At the end of that season, Trayanum opted to transfer to Ohio State, who initially converted him to linebacker. He had 13 tackles in that role, but then converted back to running back late in the season. He ultimately rushed for 92 yards, with the bulk of that coming in a game against Michigan where he rushed for 83 on 14 carries.
In 2023, he was back at running back full-time and spent the year in a rotational role that saw him start three games. He had 373 rushing yards and three touchdowns. Having entered the season with just six receptions, he also added nine catches.
2024 saw Trayanum head to Kentucky where he was hoping to get an opportunity to start, but injuries limited him to just three appearances in which he rushed for 101 yards.
However, in 2025, having made the decision to transfer yet again, he finally got his chance and rushed for 1,015 yards and 12 touchdowns for Toledo. He also caught 21 passes for 212 yards and two scores.
Despite being invited to the East West Shrine Bowl and performing well at his pro day, Trayanum was not selected in April’s draft.
Trayanum was one of the first round of undrafted free agents signed by the Jets and his contract reportedly includes $195K of guaranteed money. That’s a change from previous reports that suggested he didn’t have any guarantees.
Let’s move onto some more in-depth analysis of what Trayanum brings to the table, based on in-depth research and film study.
Measurables/Athleticism
Trayanum has solid size, and put together a solid set of workout numbers, highlighted by a 37-inch vertical and 27 bench press reps. He also ran 4.52 in the 40-yard dash and posted solid agility numbers.
Usage
As a running back, Trayanum has primarily been in a conventional role. He hasn’t really produced out of the slot or when lined up wide.
As noted, he played a year of linebacker in college. He also played linebacker at high school, as well as safety and cornerback, and in youth football he played fullback and nose guard.
Running ability
Trayanam was productive...
