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Former Badgers S John Torchio joining Jets on minicamp invite

Former Wisconsin Badgers safety John Torchio has found his first NFL destination, joining the New York Jets on a minicamp invite, according to Dave Heller.

#Badgers safety John Torchio heading to the #Jets for a minicamp tryout. https://t.co/nNKRDNzm1H

— Bucky’s 5th Quarter (@B5Q) May 1, 2023

Should the Jets not sign him during the tryout, Torchio also has a tryout with the Tennessee Titans, providing him another chance at an NFL roster spot.

Torchio was a ballhawk for the Badgers, accumulating five interceptions in 2022 to go with six pass-breakups and 56 tackles.