Jets quarterback Sam Darnold thinks offensive lineman Chuma Edoga can make it in the NFL.
Edoga was a third-round pick by the Jets in this past April’s draft out of USC and was just recently signed by the team. He was teammates with Darnold at USC for two seasons and started in 12 games in which Darnold played quarterback. Darnold knows Edoga’s style of play from USC and believes he has the potential to thrive at the next level.
“I’m just really excited for him, just as a friend, for him to be able to get drafted where he was drafted and for us to take a chance on him, I think it’s going to pay off for this organization in the future,” Darnold said, per the team’s website. “I see him really excelling in the NFL.”
At 308 pounds, Edoga gives the Jets needed offensive line depth and could even push for a starting job. However, he is coming over with some character concerns. He failed a drug test at USC and also shoved an official during a game and was ejected.
Right now the Jets are set at both tackle positions with Kelvin Beachum and Brandon Shell. But both players’ futures are in question, so Edoga, 22, might be able to get some playing time.
No one knows what Edoga will be in the NFL, but it’s a good sign that his quarterback is showing a little faith in him.
