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Jets draft LB Darron Lee

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The Jets stayed put at 20 and selected linebacker Darron Lee from Ohio State

The New York Jets weighed all their options, they considered trading up, and in the end they decided to stay put and draft Ohio State linebacker Darron Lee. Lee is an exceptional athlete with versatility and he brings the speed and coverage ability the Jets defense has been missing from their linebacker core.

Lee had the best 40 time (4.47) for linebackers in this draft, the best broad jump (11'1"), the third best 20 yard shuttle (4.