Quarterback Cody Kessler has been traded from the Cleveland Browns to the Jacksonville Jaguars for a conditional seventh-round pick in 2019, both teams announced Wednesday.
DUUUVAL!!!! Beyond blessed and thankful for the opportunity to be a part of this great organization! I can’t wait to get to Jacksonville and get started! #DUVAL @Jaguars
— Cody Kessler (@CodyKessler6) March 28, 2018
"We are excited about the opportunity to add Cody as depth to our quarterback position," Jaguars general manager Dave Caldwell said in a statement.
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At 24 years old, @CodyKessler6 has already seen NFL action and posted a QB rating of 90+ in 2016. pic.twitter.com/HEr5L6yNUi
— #DUUUVAL (@Jaguars) March 28, 2018
A third round pick out of USC in the 2016 NFL Draft, Kessler started 8 games as a rookie but only saw three appearances in the 2017 season. Over his two seasons with the Browns Kessler completed 64 percent of his passes for 1,506 yards, six touchdowns and three interceptions.
RELATED: An indepth look at Cody Kessler’s career at USC
The Centennial graduate was an Army All-American during his time with the Golden Hawks before committed to play for the Trojans.
HIGHLIGHTS-Kessler's last game at USC-2015 Holiday Bowl
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