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Examining the roster ties between Patriots, Jets ahead of Week 17

No ex-New York Jets sit in the New England Patriots’ fold for Sunday’s regular-season finale.

At least – cough, Bill Belichick, cough – in terms of the active roster, practice squad and reserve lists.

There isn’t a David Harris, a Trevor Reilly or a Chad Hansen to be found under those rocks.

But there are three players from New England’s past currently under New York’s rocks as the 1 p.m. ET kickoff at Gillette Stadium draws near.

Here’s a glance through that Week 17 shortlist of familiar faces.

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Eric Smith, offensive tackle – Smith is now on his third AFC East team since entering the league as an undrafted free agent in 2017.