Wilson demonstrates the attributes that New York will be searching for as it looks for a quarterback of the future, and hes someone whomeshes well with Mike LaFleurs offense. that has him in the best position to win his block more often than not. The NY Jets are going to have a very difficult, yet intriguing decision to make in the coming months. His efforts during those two seasons earned him first-team All-Pac-12 honors in either campaign. He is a proven workhorse and big-play threat, which makes him one of two running backs worth drafting in the first round this year (the other being Najee Harris). Happy April Fools Day! Carlos Basham Jr. is more of a defensive end than an outside linebacker given his size 6-foot-3, 281 pounds. 34: WR Terrace Marshall Jr., LSU, Round 3, Pick No. Philadelphia Eagles: TE Kyle Pitts, Florida. He was a consensus first-team All-American and allowed a .8% quarterback pressure rate this past season, the lowest of any tackle since 2014 (per Pro Football Focus). In addition to the elite instincts he displayed playing in the Pac 12, Molden is also a willing participant in run support despite his relatively undersized 5-foot-10, 191-pound frame. The only blemish on Wilsons candidacy as a top quarterback prospect is his durability due to surgeries on his right throwing hand and shoulder. Jets 2021 NFL Mock Draft Roundup: Zach Wilson still most popular option at No. Tevin Coleman isnt exactly capable of being an every-down back. The Jets addressed two significant offensive needs in the first round. https://jetswire.usatoday.com/lists/new-york-jets-2021-nfl-mock-draft-7-0-zach-wilson-travis-etienne-terrace-marshall-jr/, Round 1, Pick 23 (via SEA): RB Travis Etienne, Clemson, Round 2, Pick No. 2021 NFL Mock Draft: QB Justin Fields lands with the Jets at No. In this mock draft, the Jets add their potential quarterback of the future emphasis on potential and use the first five rounds to fill holes on both sides of the ball. Meinerz comes from one of Division IIIs most historic programs and plays with overpowering strength and a nasty mean streak a potentially dangerous combination in the NFL. The speed, elusiveness, and size (6-foot, 207 pounds) could provide his selection with legitimate upside. Lets dive into ESNYs New York Jets Mock Draft 3.0. 23 overall selection. 2 overall) Zach Wilson, QB, BYU Since the Jets are very likely to draft Wilson with the second pick, theyll need to garner offensive assistance in order to make his transition into the NFL as smooth as possible. Philadelphia Eagles Kyle Pitts, TE, Florida: Whether hes lined up tight, in the slot or out wide, just a NFL Mock Draft: What we think NY Jets should do with every 2021 pick, including a trade. He is not the best athlete in the world, but Meinerz frequently manhandles opposing defensive linemen with ease and makes up for his lack of athleticism with a high football I.Q. But again, depth is very important in the secondary, which is why the Jets could acquire a safety in one of the later rounds. He racked up 86 and 76 total tackles in 2018 and 2020 (respectively) along with 16 tackles for loss combined through those two seasons. His speed and elusiveness make him such an attractive prospect and are the qualities that helped him find on-field success for the Gators in 2020 (Toney earned first-team All-SEC honors). And right now, the Jets dont possess much of that on the exterior of the unit. Lets take a look at who Trapasso has the Jets taking with their first three picks.