Casey Rogers (born December 18, 1998) is an American professional football defensive end who played college football for the Nebraska Cornhuskers and Oregon Ducks. The Columbus, Ohio native went undrafted in the 2024 NFL Draft before signing with the New York Giants as an undrafted free agent. Rogers has also spent time with the Buffalo Bills and currently continues his professional football career.
Casey Rogers Early Life and Background
Casey Rogers was born on December 18, 1998, in Columbus, Ohio. He attended Westhill High School in Syracuse, New York before transferring to Avon Old Farms in Avon, Connecticut for his final years. During his high school career, Rogers was a standout lacrosse player and initially committed to play at Syracuse University. He later de-committed from Syracuse to pursue football, attracting interest from several major college programs including Alabama, Nebraska, Ohio State, Ole Miss, and Vanderbilt.
Path to American Football
After deciding to focus on football rather than lacrosse, Rogers chose to continue his athletic career at the collegiate level by committing to play for the Nebraska Cornhuskers. His journey from the lacrosse field to Big Ten football demonstrated his adaptability and athleticism. Rogers redshirted during his first season at Nebraska in 2018 due to injury, then appeared in four games during the 2019 season. His development continued through the 2020 and 2021 seasons before he entered the NCAA transfer portal.
Casey Rogers College Career
Nebraska (2018-2021)
During his time with the Nebraska Cornhuskers, Rogers continued to develop as a defensive player. In the 2020 season, he recorded 25 tackles including three tackles for loss, one sack, and one forced fumble. His 2021 season saw him notch 17 tackles with three tackles for loss and half a sack. After the conclusion of the 2021 season, Rogers entered the NCAA transfer portal seeking a new opportunity.
Oregon (2022-2023)
Rogers transferred to the Oregon Ducks for the 2022 season, where he became a more consistent contributor. During the 2022 season, he posted 34 tackles with three and a half tackles for loss and two pass deflections. In the 2023 season, Rogers recorded a notable performance in Week 3 when he gained 18 yards on a fake punt conversion to help Oregon defeat Colorado. He also had a standout game in Week 10 against California with two tackles, one sack, and one forced fumble. Rogers finished the 2023 season with 22 tackles including two and a half tackles for loss, one and a half sacks, and one forced fumble. Following the 2023 season, he declared for the 2024 NFL Draft.
Casey Rogers Professional Career
Rookie Season with New York Giants (2024)
Rogers went undrafted in the 2024 NFL Draft but was signed by the New York Giants on April 28, 2024, as an undrafted free agent. He competed for a roster spot during training camp but was waived on August 27 before being re-signed to the practice squad. On December 7, 2024, Rogers was promoted to the active roster. He was waived again on December 24 and re-signed to the practice squad. He signed a reserve/future contract on January 6, 2025, securing his place with the organization heading into the 2025 season.
Buffalo Bills (2025)
On May 8, 2025, Rogers was waived by the Giants. The following day, May 9, 2025, he was claimed off waivers by the Buffalo Bills. Rogers competed for a spot on the Bills roster during training camp and the preseason. He was released on August 26, 2025, as part of the team’s final roster cuts.
Return to New York Giants (2025-Present)
On December 8, 2025, Rogers was signed to the New York Giants practice squad, returning to the organization where he began his professional career. This opportunity allowed him to continue developing within the Giants system while contributing to the team’s defensive line rotation.
Playing Style and Strengths
At 6 feet 4 inches and 294 pounds, Rogers brings size and strength to the defensive end position. His experience playing at both Nebraska and Oregon shaped him into a versatile defender capable of playing multiple techniques along the defensive line. His college production, including multiple forced fumbles, demonstrates his ability to create disruption in the backfield and affect opposing offenses.
Casey Rogers Career Statistics
Rogers has appeared in regular season games across his time with the New York Giants and Buffalo Bills. His collegiate career at Nebraska and Oregon provided the foundation for his professional development.
College Statistics Highlights
At Nebraska, Rogers recorded 42 total tackles with six tackles for loss and one and a half sacks across three seasons. His time at Oregon saw him accumulate 56 tackles with six tackles for loss, one and a half sacks, and two pass deflections over two seasons.
Casey Rogers Personal Life
Rogers grew up in the Syracuse, New York area before relocating to Connecticut for his final years of high school. His multicultural background as someone with African-American and white heritage reflects the diverse communities of Columbus, Ohio and upstate New York where he spent his formative years.
2025 Season Performance
The 2025 season represented a year of transitions for Rogers. After beginning the year with the New York Giants organization, he was claimed off waivers by the Buffalo Bills in May. Despite showing promise during offseason activities and training camp, he was released during final roster cuts in late August. His return to the Giants practice squad in December provided him with an opportunity to finish the season with the organization where he first entered the NFL. Heading into the remainder of the 2025 season, Rogers focused on earning a more permanent role with the Giants while continuing to refine his skills at the professional level.