The 2024 NFL Draft, which is hosted in Detroit, begins on April 25 and the New York Jets are slated to make the 10th overall selection when the first round gets underway.
In preparation for the three-day event, we’re answering some of the biggest draft questions pertaining to the Jets.
Where is the draft being held, and who will televise the event?
The 2024 NFL Draft will be held in the heart of downtown Detroit, surrounding Campus Martius Park and Hart Plaza. ABC, ESPN and NFL Network will televise the event, which can also be streamed on platforms including ESPN+, NFL+, Hulu + Live TV and Fubo.
As mentioned, the 2024 NFL Draft will begin on April 25, with the first round officially beginning at 8 p.m. ET. The second and third rounds are on April 26, starting at 7 p.m. ET, while the fourth through seventh rounds will be held on April 27 at noon ET.
How has the Jets’ offseason unfolded so far?
The Jets addressed nearly every need they had entering the offseason, making several splashy moves to maximize their window of contention with QB Aaron Rodgers.
Among their most notable acquisitions, the Jets signed eight-time Pro Bowl LT Tyron Smith and former 1,000-yard receiver Mike Williams in addition to trading for RT Morgan Moses and edge-rusher Haason Reddick.
Thanks to these moves, New York can be flexible with its selections during the draft and decide whether to continue going all in for 2024 or start prepping for the post-Rodgers era.
How many picks do the Jets own in the 2024 NFL Draft?
Due to several previous trades, the Jets hold seven picks in the 2024 NFL Draft, none of which are second-rounders. Here is a complete list of New York’s draft picks:
What are the Jets’ biggest positional needs entering the draft?
Offensive line and pass-catcher: Although New York added Smith, Moses and Williams this offseason, each will be free agents after this season, creating major needs for 2025 and beyond. Take into account the fact that Smith and Williams have extensive injury histories and it’s fair to say that the Jets should spend their first-round pick on one of their eventual successors.
Who could the Jets target in the first round?
Georgia TE Brock Bowers: A two-time national champion and the only player to win the Mackey Award twice, Bowers is arguably a top five talent in the draft. However, the tight end position’s value could lead to Bowers falling into New York’s lap, which would be an advantageous situation for the former Bulldog. Bowers isn’t a particularly strong run blocker, but his versatility would allow the Jets to deploy him in a variety of intriguing ways.
Notre Dame LT Joe Alt: It’s unlikely that the top-ranked tackle in this year’s class slips to pick 10, though GM Joe Douglas would quickly select Alt should be available. Over the last two seasons, the All-American allowed just one sackfour QB hits and 13 total pressures.
Oregon State OT Laughs: A more realistic O-line target for New York, Fuaga has a case for being the most versatile tackle in the 2024 draft. The 6-foot-6, 324-pounder could prove to be a long-term fixture on the Jets offensive line with the potential to step in and contribute as a rookie if Smith or Moses go down. Last season, Production didn’t give up a sack and surrendered just 12 total pressures as Oregon State’s starting right tackle.
Any notable prospects who could be in play for the Jets later in the draft?
Colorado State edge-rusher Mohamed Kamara: With Reddick set to become a free agent after this season, it’d make sense for the Jets to spend a mid-round pick on a pass-rusher, especially considering 2023 first-rounder Will McDonald IV is an unproven commodity. Kamarathe 2023 Mountain West Defensive Player of the Year, collected 21.5 sacks and 33 tackles for loss over the last two seasons. Additionally, Kamara’s 19.2% pass-rush win rate in that span is the fifth-highest among draft eligible edge-rushers, according to Pro Football Focus.
Florida State QB Jordan Travis: Despite signing journeyman Tyrod Taylor earlier this offseason to be Rodgers’ backup, the Jets would benefit from adding a developmental quarterback late in the draft, and Travis would be an ideal Day 3 selection. The 23-year-old, who visited the Jets this past weekend, threw for 2,756 yards, 20 touchdowns and two interceptions while posting an 11-0 record as a starter in 2023 before suffering a season-ending leg injury.
2024-04-15 22:22:24
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