Jets Roster Countdown: What Type of Rookie Year Will Darron Lee Have?

As we approach the 2016 season, we are going to profile the players on the roster. Today we look at Darron Lee.

Name: Darron Lee

Number: 50

Year With Jets: 2nd

Projected Role: Backup linebacker who will see time on passing downs

His 2015: Lee closed out his final season at Ohio State by registering 11 tackles for a loss and being named Second Team All Big Ten.

2016 will be a success if: Lee plays effectively in a limited role. It certainly would be great if like Jonathan Vilma and David Harris before him Lee finds a spot in the starting lineup and plays well enough to keep it. He is not a finished product, however. His target date to become a starter is likely 2017. What is important is to see a player who does not look totally overwhelmed on an NFL field and seems to be getting better each week.

Odds of making the roster: Lock (>99%)