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New York Jets sign C Ryan Kalil, pulling him out of retirement

The New York Jets have agreed to terms veteran center Ryan Kalil. The team confirmed the addition on Thursday afternoon.

We've agreed to terms with C Ryan Kalil.

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— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 1, 2019

Kalil, 34, retired shortly after the conclusion of the 2018 NFL season after a dozen seasons with the Carolina Panthers. He had joined Carolina as a second-round pick (59th overall) in 2007.

The USC alum went on to become one of the most prolific blockers in Panthers history.