After a long wait in between picks, the Jets returned to the Nashville podium and filled a gaping hole.
The Jets scooped up pass-rusher Florida Edge Jachai Polite with the No. 68 overall selection in the third round of Friday’s NFL draft.
Polite, a defensive end whom the Jets hope will fill a position of need that’s plagued them for years, led all of FBS with six forced fumbles last season.
He also led the Gators with 17.5 tackles for loss and 11 sacks last season, and joins Quinnen Williams (No. 3 pick) as Gang Green selections.