The Jets have retained another one of their own players from the 2018 season by re-signing inside linebacker Neville Hewitt.
The #Jets have signed FA ILB Neville Hewitt to a 1-year contract, source said. He had 39 tackles last year.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 13, 2019
Hewitt is likely to be used as a sub package player in Gregg Williams’ defense and could see increased reps from last season if linebacker Darron Lee is jettisoned following the addition of pro bowl linebacker CJ Mosley.