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New England's 2019 Draft Class Gone; AFC East Rival Signing Ex-Patriots OT?

After the New England Patriots help deny the New York Jets the opportunity to pick an offensive tackle in the first round of the NFL Draft, the Jets are looking at Yodny Cajuste.

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When the New England Patriots waived backup offensive tackle Yodny Cajuste last week, it meant that none of their 2019 NFL Draft picks remained on the team. Cajuste was the last remaining draft class member, leaving after receiver N'Keal Harry, punter Jake Bailey and running back Damien Harris.

Ouch, indeed.

Despite things not working out in New England for Cajuste, he is now drawing interest from other teams. According to a report from NFL.com's Tom Pelissero, the ex-Patriot will visit the New York Jets and the New York Giants.

Interest from the Jets probably isn't surprising for the Patriots after helping the Pittsburgh Steelers jump them in the first round of the NFL Draft to select Georgia offensive tackle, Broderick Jones. Following the trade for Aaron Rodgers, it was believed the Jets were leaning towards selecting an offensive tackle with the No. 15 overall pick. But the Patriots had other plans for them, as they traded down from No. 14 to No. 17 with the Steelers. 

Despite being unable to take a tackle in the first round, the Jets took Carter Warren in the fourth round. While bringing a free agent on a visit doesn't guarantee anything, the Jets may look at Cajuste to determine if he can help them by providing depth at the position.

Last season Cajuste played in 10 games with three starts and allowed 12 pressures and three sacks before being replaced by Conor McDermott.

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