He played college football for the Temple Owls and was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the second round of the 2011 NFL draft.

[2] Jarrett was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the second round (54th overall) of the 2011 NFL draft.

[5] Jarrett entered the 2013 preseason competing with Antonio Allen for the starting free safety job.

[6] Jarret had his breakout performance against the Steelers in 2014, earning 2 interceptions, 10 tackles, a sack, and a fumble recovery.

On April 24, 2015, Jarrett signed the one-year, restricted free agent tender to stay with the Jets.