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Jets get an Edge, Draft Jachai Polite with 68th pick

In dire need of a presence off the edge, the New York Jets chose Florida edge rusher Jachai Polite in the third round of the NFL draft with the 68th overall pick.

I’ve learned a lot and Now I’m ready to Play B A L L ud83dudcaf

— Jachai Polite. (@RetireMoms) April 25, 2019

Last season as a Gator, Polite had 11 sacks and 19 tackles for loss due to a relentless motor and great first step.