New York Jets OT George Fant is more captivating than you think as the 2022 season approaches!

George Fant is such an interesting player for so many reasons.

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He is surrounded by a boatload of compelling storylines.

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He provided elite pass protection on the blind side throughout the entire season

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finishing the year having allowed only 18 pressures on 594 pass-blocking snaps (3.0% pressure rate).

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The only left tackles in the NFL who allowed pressure on a lower percentage...

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of their pass-blocking snaps than Fant were future Hall-of-Famers Andrew Whitworth and Tyron Smith.

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player who may have been his team’s best performer last season would have a more secure future with the organization

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but the impending free agent appears to be frustrated with his lack of a contract extension.

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