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Jets' pick of Powell raises eyebrows

The Louisville RB joins a crowded backfield -- could LaDainian Tomlinson be let go?

Updated: May 1, 2011, 7:35 PM ET
By Rich Cimini | ESPNNewYork.com

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- After replenishing the defensive line with Muhammad Wilkerson and Kenrick Ellis on the first two days of the NFL draft, the New York Jets went all offense Saturday in the final four rounds -- including a running back.

Yeah, another running back.

The surprising selection of Louisville's Bilal Powell, chosen in the fourth round, gives the Jets four tailbacks and raises questions about the status of future Hall of Famer LaDainian Tomlinson. At the start ...

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