On Monday, the Jets re-signed veteran center Connon McGovern to a one-year, $1.915 million contract, including a $750,000 signing bonus.

Four days later, Gang Green drafted his potential future replacement. At No. 43 overall, the Jets selected Wisconsin center Joe Tippmann.

Last season for the Badgers, Tippmann played in 12 games as he registered the offensive line’s best run-blocking grade, according to Pro Football Focus [78.0]. He also only allowed one sack and five pressures during 338 passing snaps.

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