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12:34 PM ET 02.27 | Jeff Demps' NFL career might be as short-lived as one of his Olympic sprinting events. According to NFL.com's Ian Rapoport, Demps informed New England's staff that he is returning to track and field -- but wants to continue his football career, too. New England signed Demps as an undrafted free agent last August. Demps received a base salary of $390,000 in 2012 -- $200,000 of which was guaranteed. Demps also received an $11,000 signing bonus. In his first preseason game with the Patriots, Demps had three carries for 41 yards, showing electric ability out of the backfield. Demps added a 16-yard punt return, and returned two kickoffs for a combined 44 yards. Demps added another four punt returns against the New York Giants in New England's preseason finale, accumulating 49 yards, while also catching three passes for 31 yards.

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February 27, 2013 12:43 PM ET

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I wasn't aware that track stars made that much money.

Considering that he spent the NFL season on IR, maybe he should pick one and stick with that, but I just digress.

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February 27, 2013 01:02 PM ET

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I wasn't aware that track stars made that much money. Considering that he spent the NFL season on IR, maybe he should pick one and stick with that, but I just digress.

I think he could have played last season. I think BB just stashed him away for a year because he lacked football conditioning.

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February 27, 2013 02:14 PM ET

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I think he could have played last season. I think BB just stashed him away for a year because he lacked football conditioning.

Exactly...BB just didnt want other teams to have em. The kid can play, he's not just a track guy. As a UF fan, he basically was the offense a couple yrs ago (with Rainey)