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New York Jets Draft 2019: In-depth analysis of the tight ends

The New York Jets have not had a great tight end history. Just look back at 20 years of first-round disappointments, from Johnny Mitchell and Kyle Brady to Anthony Becht and Dustin Keller. In the Rex Ryan era, the position was so unimportant that tight ends got relegated to a sixth-blocker role.

Trader Mike struck paydirt last draft with fourth-rounder Chris Herndon. The Miami product is a stud to build around in Sam Darnold‘s new arsenal. Perhaps an improved coaching staff can salvage penalty-waiting-to-happen Eric Tomlinson; if not, he’s got to go.