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Jets Rumors: NYJ 'Have Had Their Eye' on Henry Ruggs III Before 2020 NFL Draft

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The New York Jets have reportedly "had their eye" on Alabama wide receiver Harry Ruggs as he prepares to work out at the 2020 NFL scouting combine.

Rich Cimini of ESPN reported the Jets' interest in the Alabama speedster, who has set his sights high for his combine workout. Ruggs told CBS Sports HQ he plans to break the 4.22-second record in the 40-yard dash.

"Yessir. Or lower," Ruggs said when asked if he could hit the 4.22 mark. "I feel pretty good about it.