Dallas Cowboys Sign Houston Gamblers CB Ameer Speed

The Houston Gamblers just keep on sending players to the NFL. Cornerback Ameer Speed is signing with the Dallas Cowboys, a league source confirms to Pro Football Newsroom.

Ameer Speed was a midseason addition for the Houston Gamblers this year. Kevin Sumlin immediately put him to work, as Speed was activated just a few days after being brought to the team.

“We had the ability to get a 6’3” corner, who has a lot of experience. Obviously, in the Big 10, and bouncing around a little bit in the NFL. We got five games left, and now guys who were waiting around for futures deal and such, they’re more willing to come play. For me, it was an easy decision to sign this guy.” – Gamblers HC Kevin Sumlin, Week Six

Ameer saw plenty of quality minutes, with 14 tackles and five pass breakups in just five games played. He made one start in week eight, playing 61 snaps that week. At 6’3”, with his length – and elite speed at corner – it was no surprise to see Speed receive an NFL workout and contract so quickly following the season.

He played most of his college ball at Georgia, making 48 appearances there – which included a Championship. Speed transferred to Michigan State for his final collegiate season, recording 62 tackles and five PBU’s.

Ameer was drafted by the New England Patriots in 2023, hand-picked by Bill Belichick. Speed made 17 appearances in the NFL, with nine tackles to his name.

Speed is the third Houston Gamblers athlete to sign to an NFL team this week. He is the second player signed by the Cowboys, with Aviators OL Chris Glaser being the first.

This signing is just another testament to what the UFL platform stands for: giving athletes another chance to chase their dreams. You can stay up to date with all UFL to NFL movement with our official tracker.

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