Bengals WR Dohnte Meyers attracts attention no matter where he plays

Paul Jones, the Saskatchewan Roughriders' assistant general manager, happened upon wide receiver Dohnte Meyers while scouting players at a high school football game in Florence, Alabama on September 28, 2019. Meyers, an undersized and underclassman, captured Jones' attention with his 118 receiving yards and a 47-yard touchdown reception.

Despite his initial lack of interest, Jones kept Meyers in mind as a rising talent. Meyers, who played college football at Presbyterian College in the FCS and later transferred to Division II Delta State, eventually caught the attention of professional scouts, including Jones, when he played for the CFL's Saskatchewan Roughriders.

The CFL talent evaluator recognized Meyers' potential and began tracking his progress, eventually leading to his recruitment by the Cincinnati Bengals. Meyers has since made a significant impact on the Bengals offense, with 13 receptions for 141 yards in five games. His versatility, as a kick and punt returner, has also been valued, as he ranks fourth in the NFL for kickoff return yardage.