Draft

It has been thought the Jets would target a pass rushing linebacker early in the 2012 draft.  Melvin Ingram (South Carolina), Courtney Upshaw (Alabama) or Andre Branch (Clemson) are considered favorites at this position to be chosen within the first two rounds, but some sources have indicated this might not be the case. According to Sports Illustrated… Read more

Now that the NFL has announced compensatory picks there is a clear picture of where the Jets will be choosing in this year’s draft.  The team was recently awarded four additional picks under NFL compensation rules but these four picks may not be traded under any circumstances.  There are a total of 253 picks in this year’s draft… Read more

Here’s some current and follow up analysis from the NFL combine: Safety: Mark Barron (Alabama) – Widely considered the top safety available in the draft, he has good measurable, six feet one inch, 213 pounds.  Unfortunately Barron is recovering from surgery and was not able to participate in any of the on field activities.  He… Read more

Here’s some more current and follow up analysis from the NFL combine: Defensive Linemen: Fletcher Cox (Mississippi State) – He is an athletic lineman who fits in either a 4-3 or 3-4 scheme.  Cox has good physical attributes, six feet four inches, 298 pounds with long arms (34 ½”).  He performed very well in drills… Read more

Here’s some current and follow up analysis from the NFL combine: Wide Receivers: Alshon Jeffery (South Carolina) – After having strong physical measurements, he raised some red flags, when deciding not to participate in any of the agility portion of the combine, for no particular reason.  This brings up questions about his speed and overall… Read more

The combine is here and hundreds of NFL hopefuls are in Indianapolis to show their physical and athletic abilities.  Here’s some analysis of current results for those players often linked to the Jets as possible picks. Wide receiver Alshon Jeffery (South Carolina) was rumored to be overweight and out of shape causing his draft stock… Read more

“With the 16th pick in the 2012 NFL draft, the New York Jets select Dontari Poe Defensive Tackle Memphis”.  The boos ring out from Radio City Music Hall from the many Jets fans in attendance and the cringing faces of those reading this now on JetNation.  Poe is an interesting player in this year’s draft.  His… Read more

Linebackers Wanted! The Jets have drafted 23 players over the last five years.  Of those picks only two were linebackers, Vernon Gholston now ‘thankfully’ gone drafted in 2008 and David Harris drafted in 2007.  Bryan Thomas most likely will not be retained.  Bart Scott has become a part time player and will be 32 in… Read more

The Jets have drafted 23 players over the last five years.  This is by far the lowest in the NFL, the league average has been 38.  Of those picks only seven were defensive players.  This aggressive style trading pick for players moving up in the draft has allowed the team to be competitive with back… Read more

Now that the dust has settled from the 2011 NFL draft it is time to take a closer look at the players that were drafted by the New York Jets. Recently Matt Bitonti from DraftDaddy.com took the time to answer a few questions regarding the Jets draft.  Matt does an excellent job breaking down the… Read more

The 2011 NFL Draft has been completed even though the NFL lockout is back on.  Matt Bitonti from Draft Daddy.com will provide detailed insight and analysis into each of the NY Jets draft picks.  Here is a recap of the Jets selections: Round 1 DT Muhammad Wilkerson (30th overall) Round 3 DL Kenrick Ellis (94th… Read more