The New York Jets are leaving no stone unturned to find premier wide receiver talent to surround former MVP quarterback Aaron Rodgers.
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After acquiring veteran Mike Williams earlier this offseason and choosing speedster Malachi Corley in the third-round of this year’s draft, to pair with emerging star Garrett Wilson, New York is bringing in a versatile receiver and special teams ace for a tryout during rookie minicamp.
Two-time All-Pro return man Jakeem Grant will participate in the #Jets minicamp this week on a tryout basis, per source. pic.twitter.com/7TDuWx9JTp
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) June 10, 2024
According to a report from ESPN’s Tom Pelissero, the Jets are hosting Jakeem Grant for a tryout this week.
What Jakeem Grant Can Bring the New York Jets
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The Jets have a loaded receiving corps, but Grant’s special teams prowess and sure-hands could prove to be a valuable addition as New York looks to make a push for an AFC East crown this fall.
Grant has been out of the league since 2021, when he made the Pro Bowl and was named an All-Pro as a return specialist with the Chicago Bears, before ultimately rupturing his Achilles tendon the next summer during training camp as a member of the Cleveland Browns.
Through his career, Grant has caught 100 passes for 1,140 yards and seven touchdown receptions.
Grant has 119 career punt returns, posting a 10.3 yards per return average, with four punt return touchdowns while adding 110 kickoff returns, including two more scores.
Last season, the Jets’ special teams ranked No. 3 overall in the NFL. However, adding Grant could put that unit over the top.
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