2011 NFL Mock Draft: Jets Get Bigger in the Trenches

March 14, 2011   ·   Wes O'Donnell   ·   Jump to comments

Gang Green Adds a New Piece To the Defensive Puzzle
The New York Jets would love to get after a pass rushing force here but the value is not great in this scenario.
They do, however, have an intriguing decision to make on Kris Jenkins, who has missed the past two seasons with injury, in regards to his future on the team.
Baylor's Phil Taylor is a massive nose tackle that clogs up running lanes and does a good job of allowing his teammates to make plays behind him.
He's lighter and quicker on his feet than you would expect and could selected higher than this if a 3-4 team feels their need for a nose tackle is truly great.
1. Carolina: Cam Newton, QB, Auburn
2. Denver: Da'Quan Bowers, DE, Clemson
3. Buffalo: Marcell Dareus, DT, Alabama
4. Cincinnati: Blaine Gabbert, QB, Missouri
17. New England (via OAK): J.J. Watt, DE, Wisconsin
18. San Diego: Aldon Smith, DE/OLB, Missouri
19. New York Giants: Anthony Castonzo, OT, BC
20. Tampa Bay: Adrian C...

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