CORTLAND, N.Y. -- Jeff Demps won a silver medal in the 4x100 relay in the London Olympics, and the former University of Florida running back is now looking to play in the NFL.

The Jets are among the teams who have reached out to Demps, according to a person with knowledge of the team's contact with Demps' camp. That person requested anonymity because the team has not commented on its potential interest.

Demps, 22, was both a running back and a sprinter at the University of Florida. He went undrafted this spring after telling teams he planned to pursue his track and field career.

Demps was a college teammate of Jets back-up quarterback Tim Tebow in 2008 and 2009, winning a national championship together. He rushed for 2,470 yards and 23 touchdowns in his college career and also returned kickoffs. With Olympic athlete speed, he is an intriguing prospect on both offense and special teams.

General manager Mike Tannenbaum always says the Jets like to do their due diligence. Demps is an interesting player who many NFL teams may take a look at.