I know it's waaaaaaaaaaaaaay early. Trying to add some life to this dead as a doornail draftboard. Tried to add players that I believe would be a good fit in the Jet's system. Need was taken into consideration and lack of depth and the age of some Jet veterans. Rex realizes after a Luke-warm 2009 season he needs more pieces on the Jet's defense, especialy the D-Line. Projecting the Jets drafting in the Mid-teens, missing the playoffs in 2009. Rd 1) Damian Williams, WR, USC..........Jets draft Sanchez a familiar target. Williams doesn't have alot of experience since he transfered to USC. Highly recruited player a few years back. A good 2009 year depends on USC's QB play. Rd 2) Corey Wootton, DE, Northwestern.........Perfect 3-4 DE (6'7" 275lbs). Jets' need depth and a future starter with Ellis gettting up in age. Corey isn't very fast, but is strong and makes plays in the backfield, 10 sacks last year. I really want Corey to be a NY Jet!!! 3-4 DE's are tough to find so may not be available in mid Rd 2.....Jets might trade up. Rd 3) Boo Robinson, NT, Wake........Back-up and depth needed on D-Line and Boo would be a nice fit in Rex's system spelling Jenkins. Robinson may not be available in Rd 3 if he has a big 2009. 6-1, 315...has room to add more weight without losing quickness. Rd 4) Mickey Shuler, TE, Penn St........IMO, best blocking TE in 2010's draft... but is an average receiver. Not quite the player like his Father, but will be a solid #2 TE that will block his butt off. Rd 5) Antonio Coleman, DE/OLB, Auburn........Perfect OLB in the 3-4 that will make plays and can cover better than "good ole' Vern". Rd 6) Thomas Austin, OG, Clemson..........A player that I really like and could go higher, but OGs always seem to fall. Can play some RT too!. Good player for depth....since Faneca and Moore are over 30. Rd 7) Antonio Baker, S, Louisana Tech..........Not a very big player, but has a lot of heart. Not afraid to take on bigger players to make a tackle. Good depth and special team player. Comments Welcomed!!!
If you have never heard of most of these players, you need to follow College Football alot closer!!!!
Given that it's waaaaaaaaaaay too early to talk about this I'd say, in principle, that it would make more sense to grab a DE in rd 1 and a WR in rd 2 beacuse of the lack of 3-4 DE. I would love Damian Williams (he also said he was Sanchez best friend at USC so that's good for our QB) but we'll just have to wait and see. I'd love taking Williams at #32 though
I like staying away from USC WRs. Are there any Ohio State WRs coming out? Their track record is better. DL/OL is going to be the most important. too many old guys on the lines. Its time to see new blood. A 1st round pick on a unstoppable LG to replace Faneca wouldn't upset me.
Don't look for Ohio State to have any WRs coming out in 2010...maybe Ray Small. Small is a very unpolished player that needs to run better routes and improve catching the ball, he's a great returner.....a very poor man's Ted Ginn Jr. Losing Robo and Hartline has weakened their receiving. I think you're being unfair to Williams. Williams was one of the top 3 WR recruits in 2006 going to Arkansas. Williams realized he made a mistake signing with the Razorbacks.... with McFadden....Houston Nutt ran the ball. Williams hasn't had a big resume' at USC, but has had some big plays. Williams isn't a big WR (6'1") but plays bigger.
Depending on the season he has Jordan Shipley will probably fall to the 2nd round and I really think he's one of the most underrated players in next years draft.
Personally, there is little doubt that the Jets will go with a WR in the first round next year. But after that I think the Jets have to get a Tackle because I have concerns about Woody. After that I'm for defensive line depth at NT or DE. I will still say the Wild Card here is David Harris, if he gets injured again I would think that we may see a Ilb taken earlier
Good draft...it's early, but this is forum is all about speculation so what the hell? I like Boo Robinson a lot. Antonio Baker should go a lot higher especially if LT has a good year and they should Carrington can cover? Has he ever played with his hand off of the ground? He's 6'5 280...I think he'd be a much better fit at 3-4 DE.
There are always some good WR in rd 2 and even 3.... I really liked Louis Murphy this year and he fell i think to round 4... I'm so sad he plays for the Raiders now . I really didn't like the move of trading up for Greene (Love the guy, just think we needed that 4th round pick we gave away).
PS let's not forget we might make some big moves in FA next year (although it will be a strange FA because of the CBA talks)... after all we have done that in the last 2 years. Looking at the team right now I'd say our biggest needs are a strong WR, a young 3-4 DE, a young RT and a young NT. If we address those need in the first three rounds + FA I think we'll be in a good position to succeed.
The Jets had Greene rated their #1 RB and would have lost him if they waited till their 3rd Rd pick rolled around. The Jets felt they got 2 1st rd picks (I don't agree Greene was 1st rd material) and 2 offensive stars for the future. The Niner's drafted Glenn Coffee just before the Jet's 3rd Rd selection that was traded with Detriot. Greene is Head and Shoulders better than Coffee. When Tanny traded up to open Sunday's draft, I was sure it was for Jarron Gilbert. Greene was a worthy pick, anything other than Greene or Gilbert, would have been a HUGE disappointment. Looking at the players available in Rd 4, no one stands out as a can't miss prospect. I might have liked Anthony Hill, but he's not a sure thing. Shonn Greene was the right choice at the top of Rd 3 and has a better upside than any other player drafted in rd 4.
MR. E........I had a brain fart !! I had all my favorite prospects for the Jets (about 30) listed and put in Carrington's name instead of Antonio Coleman. I really love Carrington's potential and he would be a nice pick up for the Jets at DE. No need for Carrington with Wootton in my mock. So...I will edit my mock. Carrington projects to be a perfect 3-4 end. I really think the Jet's need to add another OLB to push Vernon "the Ghost". I hope Vernon has a good 2009, but he needs to make big strides to be worth the #6th pick in the draft. Glad you like my mock.....Robinson is a player that really may make a name for himself in the NFL. Robinson just doesn't take up space, like some DT/NTs, he sheds blocks and makes plays in the backfield....an exciting player to watch. His stock will probably rise and should be a solid rd 2 pick. I'm really pushing for Tanny and Rex to invest in the D-Line in 2010's draft!
WW85 ---- its early, but thank you for breaking the seal. Here's mine --- but its just a 3 rounder ----- best I could do here --- I'll add later. 1) Brandon Lafell WR LSU Height: 6-3. Weight: 209. Projected 40 Time: 4.49. 2) Lawrence Marsh 3-4 DE Florida Height: 6-5. Weight: 305. Projected 40 Time: 4.87. 3) Alex Carrington 3-4 DE Arkansas State Height: 6-5. Weight: 284. Projected 40 Time: 4.84. I even think there's a good possibility that guys like Marsh & Carrington could go earlier.
Marsh is a freakish athlete. Florida has the best defensive line in college football by far...Dunlap, Cunningham, and Marsh kill the quarterback. I'd be all for drafting two 3-4 defensive end prospects early in 2010, but bringing in a nose like Boo Robinson or Mount Cody would be the best move this team could make. I'm not big on Brandon Lafell. Arrelious Benn is the best wideout in 2010's class, but the Jets will have to be very, very bad to land him. Dez Bryant is a big, physical receiver that could be around when the Jets pick. I'm hoping to see a great season from this team (as always), but 2010 is definitely a great year to start building this team back up. Mark Sanchez is in a great situation here. Next year's draft class could be one of the best of all time, so he'll definitely get some help.
Marsh should become a very good DE. There are some nice 3-4 DE prospects coming out in 2010's draft.... a huge need for the Jets. The pickings were slim in 2009's draft.....that's why Tyson Jackson flew up the board. I still like Wootton in Rd 2!!! The Jets have to address DE early in the draft.
Naturally, with a successful record - I see the JETS picking towards the end of the 1st round. I think Benn & Dez Bryant will be long gone. I've got a feeling about LaFell this year -- we'll see. I think we can just get by this next draft without using a top 3 round pick on an NT. Granted, I hear you about the importance of solid NT backup, but we need the top 3 round draft picks to come in & fill positions ASAP. I'd hate to use a 1st, 2nd or 3rd rounder on a backup position. Kris Jenkins is only entering his 2nd season as a JET. My gut tells me the 3-4 DE position will be hurting this year. I think 2009 season is when we first see Shaun Ellis' play digressing. We are REALLY going to need to replenish the position, while at the same time get a top tier receiver.
...but he's entering his 9th season as a pro, and I'm sure his 350 pound body is wearing down. Jenkins has some serious injuries on his record. If he goes down, this defense is screwed. If a mammoth NT like Terrence Cody slips into the late first or early second, the Jets would be stupid not to take him. A selection like that would solidify the middle of our defensive line for years. Also, if the front office wants Bart Scott to earn every dollar they're paying him, their going to have to bring some more defensive linemen...ends and tackles. Rex Ryan has to start building a rotation quickly.
