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Billy Riccette

Jets sign fifth-round pick Israel Abanikanda

Another draft pick is ready to roll with the Jets after signing his contract. The Jets have signed fifth-round pick running back Israel Abanikanda.

Abanikanda, the Jets pick at No. 143, ran for 1,437 yards and 20 touchdowns in 2022 and was a Third-Team AP All-American.

The Pittsburgh running back had nine games with over 100 rushing yards including a 320-yard performance against Virginia Tech.

Abanikanda becomes the second draft pick to sign, following sixth-round pick Jarrick Bernard-Converse.

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