Franks played four seasons for the Knights, appearing in 27 games. While initially recruited as a wide receiver, Franks played several positions at UCF, including linebacker and safety, before moving to tight end.[1]
Professional career
Cincinnati Bengals
Franks signed with the Cincinnati Bengals as an undrafted free agent on April 28, 2018.[1] Franks failed to make the Bengals' 53-man roster out of training camp and was subsequently signed to the team's practice squad.[2] Franks was promoted to the active roster on October 23, 2018, after tight end Mason Schreck was placed on injured reserve with a knee injury.[3] Franks made his NFL debut on October 28, 2018, against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and recorded his first career reception after catching a 32-yard pass from Andy Dalton.[4] In his rookie season Franks played in six games with two receptions for 37 yards and one tackle on special teams.[5]
Franks was waived during final roster cuts on August 31, 2019, but was signed to the practice squad the following day.[6][7] He was promoted to the active roster on December 27, 2019.[8]
On September 5, 2020, Franks was waived by the Bengals.[9]
Philadelphia Eagles
On September 15, 2020, Franks was signed to the Philadelphia Eagles practice squad.[10] He was released on September 29, 2020.[11]
Cleveland Browns
Franks was signed to the Cleveland Browns' practice squad on October 13, 2020.[12] He was placed on the practice squad/injured list on November 4, 2020.[13]
Franks was signed to a reserve/futures contract by the Browns on January 18, 2021.[14] Franks was waived by the Browns on August 31, 2021.[15] Franks was re-signed to the Browns' practice squad on September 1, 2021.[16] He was elevated to the Browns' active roster on September 25, 2021, prior to the Browns' week 3 matchup against the Chicago Bears,[17] and reverted to the practice squad on September 27, 2021. Franks was released by the Browns on September 28, 2021.[18]
Kansas City Chiefs
On January 11, 2022, Franks signed a reserve/future contract with the Kansas City Chiefs.[19] He was waived on August 30, 2022, and signed to the practice squad the next day.[20][21] He was placed on the practice squad/injured list on November 23, 2022.[22] Franks won his first Super Bowl ring when the Chiefs defeated the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LVII.[23]
On April 17, 2023, Franks announced his retirement from professional football.[24]