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Multitalented Ikem Ekwonu would love to tackle playing in New York

Ickey Ekwonu speaks to reporters during the NFL Draft Combine at the Indiana Convention Center on March 3, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Credit: Getty Images/Michael Hickey

INDIANAPOLIS — Ikem Ekwonu is built for Broadway, built for Wall Street and built to play offensive line in New York.

The Jets and Giants own the fourth and fifth picks, respectively, in next month’s NFL Draft. They both want to upgrade their offensive line, but North Carolina State’s Ekwonu, a big tackle with an even bigger personality, may not be on the board for either team.

"I wouldn’t be shocked if I went No.