deviljets7
02-28-2006, 08:04 PM
I will admit that there are a lot of trades, so I question how realistic this is. However with the Jets cap situation and clear need to rebuild I think Mangini/Tannenbaum are going to be quite agreesive with trades.
Also while quite controversial, with Curtis and apparently Chad back in the fold for 2006, I really don't know how big of a priority QB and RB will be. Depth isn't a major issue at RB with Blaylock, Houston, and Askew on the roster. At QB I think the more likely route is a cheap vet (Ramsey?) is more likely to compete with Chad than invest $20 million in a Leinart or Cutler.
While it is a major gamble, if Chad and/or Curti bottom out, by filling in at the other spots, there will at least be a much better supporting cast put in place for a selection of a Brady Quinn or Adrian Peterson if the worst case scenario occurs. I'm really starting to think that this is the plan Mangini/Tannenbaum have in mind.
Trades:
Pick #4 to Bills for picks #8 and #42 (Bills trade up for D'Brick)
Picks #8 and #102 to Rams for picks #11 and #46 (Rams trade up for Huff)
John Abraham to Denver for pick #22
Jets 6th Rounder and a conditional 2007 pick (up to 4th round) for Patrick Ramsey
Also Jets gain 3rd and 4th rounders via free agent compensation.
Draft
1A. Vernon Davis TE (11). I know TE isn't the most immediate need that comes to mind, but an absolute freak of an athlete.
1B. Manny Lawson DE/LB (22). Another freak of an athlete. Will need to put on some weight, but has the potential to be a dominate pass rusher on the next level.
2A. Antonio Cromartie CB (35). Coming off of an ACL injury, but performed very well in the combine. Would be a top 10 pick if he was healthy
2B. Ryan O'Callaghan OT (42). An absolute monster at OT
2C. Davin Joseph OG (46). Fills a pressing need at guard with Kendall likely gone.
3A. Greg Esslinger C. The future replacement for Kevin Mawae. Or maybe starter right off the bat with cap issues.
3B. Babatunde Oshinowo DT. At 6'2" 320, a good fit as a NT for a 3-4 defense.
4A. Stanley McClover DE/LB. Another pass rusher for a 3-4 D. LB depth needs to be improved for a conversion to the D.
4B. Marques Colston WR. Hofstra product is a monster at 6'4" 230 pounds.
5. Jason Hatcher DE. Small school prospect who would make a nice 3-4 DE.
I realize a lot of people will not like it because it does not address QB and RB, but with an explosive TE such as Davis and 3 new linemen, the Jets will have a much better support system in place. Drafting Lawson, McClover, and Hatcher help expediate a move to the 3-4. Those 3 plus Cromartie add a ton of potential to an already young defense.
Also while quite controversial, with Curtis and apparently Chad back in the fold for 2006, I really don't know how big of a priority QB and RB will be. Depth isn't a major issue at RB with Blaylock, Houston, and Askew on the roster. At QB I think the more likely route is a cheap vet (Ramsey?) is more likely to compete with Chad than invest $20 million in a Leinart or Cutler.
While it is a major gamble, if Chad and/or Curti bottom out, by filling in at the other spots, there will at least be a much better supporting cast put in place for a selection of a Brady Quinn or Adrian Peterson if the worst case scenario occurs. I'm really starting to think that this is the plan Mangini/Tannenbaum have in mind.
Trades:
Pick #4 to Bills for picks #8 and #42 (Bills trade up for D'Brick)
Picks #8 and #102 to Rams for picks #11 and #46 (Rams trade up for Huff)
John Abraham to Denver for pick #22
Jets 6th Rounder and a conditional 2007 pick (up to 4th round) for Patrick Ramsey
Also Jets gain 3rd and 4th rounders via free agent compensation.
Draft
1A. Vernon Davis TE (11). I know TE isn't the most immediate need that comes to mind, but an absolute freak of an athlete.
1B. Manny Lawson DE/LB (22). Another freak of an athlete. Will need to put on some weight, but has the potential to be a dominate pass rusher on the next level.
2A. Antonio Cromartie CB (35). Coming off of an ACL injury, but performed very well in the combine. Would be a top 10 pick if he was healthy
2B. Ryan O'Callaghan OT (42). An absolute monster at OT
2C. Davin Joseph OG (46). Fills a pressing need at guard with Kendall likely gone.
3A. Greg Esslinger C. The future replacement for Kevin Mawae. Or maybe starter right off the bat with cap issues.
3B. Babatunde Oshinowo DT. At 6'2" 320, a good fit as a NT for a 3-4 defense.
4A. Stanley McClover DE/LB. Another pass rusher for a 3-4 D. LB depth needs to be improved for a conversion to the D.
4B. Marques Colston WR. Hofstra product is a monster at 6'4" 230 pounds.
5. Jason Hatcher DE. Small school prospect who would make a nice 3-4 DE.
I realize a lot of people will not like it because it does not address QB and RB, but with an explosive TE such as Davis and 3 new linemen, the Jets will have a much better support system in place. Drafting Lawson, McClover, and Hatcher help expediate a move to the 3-4. Those 3 plus Cromartie add a ton of potential to an already young defense.