PFF is putting together team-specific draft boards for all 32 teams, using our draft rankings and our evaluation of how each player fits in specific schemes.
Included are three ideal targets for each team with their first-, second- and third-round picks, along with the complete team-specific draft board including every player in PFF's draft rankings.
Here is the entry for the New York Jets:
Round 1 (20th overall)
Shilique Calhoun, OLB, Michigan State
While the Broncos showed in January that the position can be vital to beating the Patriots, the Jets lack quality edge rushers. Do not mistake Calhoun for Von Miller, but he did finish with the second-highest pass rushing grade in the nation among edge rushers behind only Joey Bosa.
Reggie Ragland, LB, Alabama
The inside linebacker position has become relatively thin in New York with the departure of Demario Davis. While Ragland is still a work in progress in coverage he could immediately provide an upgrade over Davis in run defense. The former Alabama player has good discipline in the running game and can make plays when rushing the passer as well.
Mackensie Alexander, CB, Clemson
While cornerback is not the most pressing need for the Jets, Alexander could be a solid pick if the board falls in a certain way. He would fit perfectly into the Jets’ system since his style is very similar to Darrelle Revis’ as he is at his best as a press-man cornerback and can match up even to more physical wide receivers.
Round 2 (51st overall)
Kyler Fackrell, DE/OLB, Utah State
Fackrell can be a solid Day-2 option if the Jets do not address the need at edge defender in the first round. While he is not as good a pass rusher as Calhoun is, the former Aggie is more versatile and can drop into coverage as well, like he did 192 times at Utah State in 2015. Fackrell is one of only ten edge defenders in this year’s class who graded out above +1.0 in run defense, pass rush and coverage as well.
Paul Perkins, RB, UCLA
Although the Jets signed Matt Forte after the departure of Chris Ivory, he is more of a temporary solution than a long-term answer. They can immediately upgrade the position by grabbing the most elusive player in this year’s class in Round 2. Perkins forced 73 missed tackles on 236 carries, which is just three shy of what Derrick Henry achieved on 396 attempts.
Jerell Adams, TE, South Carolina
With the departure of Jeff Cumberland and the lack of production from Jace Amaro in his first two years in the NFL, the Jets could be looking for a tight end on Day-2 already. Although, Adams had a couple frustrating drops, he flashed ability as a receiver and demonstrated that he is one of the better blocking tight ends in this year’s class.
Round 3 (83rd overall)
Shon Coleman, OT, Auburn
Although, the Jets traded for Ryan Clady, they should still be looking for help at the offensive tackle position. Coleman would not be asked to start immediately for the Jets, which would give him time to improve as a pass protector. However, his run blocking could help him get on the field if either of the Jets’ tackles struggle.
Christian Westerman, G, Arizona State
Another option along the offensive line, Westerman’s strengths are the opposite of Coleman’s. While the former Arizona State player has a tendency to whiff on blocks in the running game, he is the best pass protector guard in this year’s class. Westerman allowed one sack, five hits and nine pressures on 629 pass block snaps in 2015.
Steven Daniels, LB, Boston College
Daniels may not be as versatile and complete as Ragland, but the Jets could grab the best linebacker against the run in Round 3 with this pick. The Boston College alum received the highest grade against the run in this year’s class and offers some value as a pass rusher too. However, his lack of athleticism to play in coverage limits him to a 2-down role.
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