The 2021 NFL Draft has concluded. Thus, the signing of rookie deals has commenced…with a New York Jet.
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Jets fifth-round pick Jamien Sherwood — a linebacker/safety out of Auburn — will be the first out of 259 drafted players to sign his brand new rookie deal. This is also per agent Drew Rosenhaus.
Congrats @JamienSherwood. Thanks for partnering with me on this @NFLrecord https://t.co/z3WrOGCEzz
— Drew Rosenhaus (@DrewJRosenhaus) May 5, 2021
The Jets picked up Sherwood at No.