Joe Klecko, who was selected by the New York Jets in the sixth round of the NFL draft, lead the rookies in the league that season with eight sacks. He was the first member of what would become one of the most feared defensive front fours in the history of the NFL- the 'New York Sack Exchange'.

Klecko was the first NFL player ever to be named to the Pro Bowl at three different positions (DE, NT and DT) and he was the NFL Defensive Player of the Year. Klecko remains one of the most popular Jets of all time. On December 26, 2005, the New York Jets honored Klecko when they retired his #73 jersey. He became only the third New York Jet to have his number retired, joining Hall of Fame QB Joe Namath and Hall of Fame WR Don Maynard.

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