The New York Jets have two different ways they can go in the 2025 NFL Draft first round, and free agency hasn’t provided any clarity
The New York Jets are in the middle of an interesting offseason as new head coach Aaron Glenn attempts to rebuild the fortunes of the organization. We have already seen several moves in free agency to try and rebuild this roster, and the 2025 NFL Draft also promises to be huge to continue building up […]
The New York Jets are in the middle of an interesting offseason as new head coach Aaron Glenn attempts to rebuild the fortunes of the organization. We have already seen several moves in free agency to try and rebuild this roster, and the 2025 NFL Draft also promises to be huge to continue building up the overall talent.
Every year, free agency offers some deeper insight into the perceived strengths and weaknesses of a roster. With some of the moves made over the last couple of days, the Jets’ draft needs are becoming all the clearer. There are two positions that intrigue me most heading toward the chaos kicking off in April.
While the signing of Justin Fields does not completely take quarterback off of the table, this Jets team does not feel like it is going to be desperate to find that long term future early on in the class. The team currently sits with the No. 7 overall selection, and it’s hard to picture them being aggressive to go up and enter the Cam Ward sweepstakes. There’s a chance that Shedeur Sanders' sliding could change their perspective, but it feels unlikely.
In the end, tight end and offensive tackle feel like the most likely first round outcomes for New York. There’s a good chance that former Penn State All-American tight end Tyler Warren could be available at seven, and if he is, a hard conversation needs to be had. It’s been a long time since the Jets had a difference maker at tight end like Warren.
At nearly 6-6 and 260 pounds, we are talking about a really impressive athlete. Warren can win in the air, after the catch, and from multiple alignments. He’s also an improving blocker and upside to be an all around weapon in the run and passing game.
The other position of high interest should be at offensive tackle. Left tackle Tyron Smith is currently a free agent, leaving a big hole for New York. They have Olu Fashanu, who could flex over to the blindside if that’s a decision they make. If they do, then the Jets also need to find an answer at right tackle as well.
There are a few names that would make sense. It’s possible they could value either Will Campbell (LSU) or Kelvin Banks (Texas) in that spot. A couple of underrated names are Armand Membou (Missouri) and Josh Simmons (Ohio State). The latter is especially interesting. If Simmons didn’t get injured in the middle of the season for the Buckeyes, there’s a chance he would have been a no brainer top ten selection. Simmons could still end up being selected in that slot.
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