Jets Acquire Cornerback Ja’Sir Taylor in Trade with Chargers

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Jets Acquire Cornerback Ja’Sir Taylor in Trade with Chargers

The New York Jets have successfully acquired cornerback Ja’Sir Taylor from the Los Angeles Chargers. The trade involves a seventh-round pick in the 2028 NFL Draft, contingent on the player passing a physical examination.

Profile of Ja’Sir Taylor

Ja’Sir Taylor, standing at 5 feet 11 inches and weighing 186 pounds, was selected by the Chargers in the sixth round of the 2022 NFL Draft. Taylor has been a part of the Chargers’ roster for two seasons.

  • Height: 5’11”
  • Weight: 186 lbs
  • Drafted: 2022, Round 6 (Pick No. 214)

Performance Overview

This season, Taylor participated in nine games for Los Angeles, where he recorded eight tackles. Across his four seasons with the Chargers, he has appeared in 57 games, starting 11 of them. His defensive contributions include:

  • 14 pass defenses
  • 1 interception

College Career

Before arriving in the NFL, Taylor played five seasons at Wake Forest. He competed in 62 games and showed impressive defensive skills, recording:

  • 8 interceptions
  • 1 pick-six
  • 6 sacks in his final three seasons

With this acquisition, the Jets aim to bolster their secondary with Taylor’s experience and skill set. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how his addition impacts the team moving forward.