F.Chowds Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 If you are anything like me, this morning you were searching for draft grades. You know it doesn't mean much, but it's natural to want to hear what others are saying about the selections you made. You may also find it a tedious task to flip through all the websites. So here at GGN, we like to make your life easier, so I've collected all the draft grades I could find and popped them into one handy post. First of all, don't forget to read the thoughts of Scott and John, each of their articles can be read by clicking on their name. Matthew Fairburn - SB Nation Grade: B With 11 picks, the Jets should certainly hit on a few of these choices. That starts with Pryor and Amaro who are slam dunk choices. Pryor will set the tone on defense with his big hitting and coverage skills. Amaro is a good pass catching tight end who can attack the seam. Later in the draft, keep an eye on Dozier who will press for a starting guard spot early. Finding a few options at wide receiver was smart with an excess of picks. Reilly could factor in as a pass rusher and provided good value in the seventh round. Mel Kiper - ESPN Grade B The Jets came into this draft committed to add playmakers to an offense that was hopelessly bereft of them in 2014. They did that, but also remembered who the head coach was and nailed a pretty good safety, a position that I considered a need coming in. Calvin Pryor should start at strong safety, and will quickly make his mark as a playmaker. They are different kinds of safeties, but I had Pryor rated ahead of Ha Ha Clinton-Dix. Jace Amaro is an obvious fit, and adds a reliable, big target to the passing game. Jalen Saunders offers some shiftiness and slot depth, and Shaq Evans is solid if not a burner. Dakota Dozier can become a starter, and if Dexter McDougle plays up to his potential he could be a steal at No. 80. He was down on some boards after getting hurt, but I've seen him a lot and can see why Rex likes him. Tajh Boyd is a nice little stowaway that far down on the board when you consider his arm. If you're going to take a shot at QB late, go for the ceiling. I thought the Jets did a nice job with my one question being whether they really added a player in the passing game that will scare defenses. Hopefully Amaro becomes that guy. Chris Burke & Doug Farrar - Sports Illustrated Grade: B Maybe the Jets can trade a receiver to Cleveland for a cornerback. New York at least attempted to fix its chasm at corner, even if Dexter McDougle was a Round 3 reach and Brandon Dixon faces an uphill battle to make the squad. Though the Jets added three receivers (Jalen Saunders, Shaq Evans, Quincy Enunwa), the biggest new threat in the passing game is TE Jace Amaro. Safety Calvin Pryor definitely fits the mold of a Rex Ryan defense, as does seventh-rounder Trevor Reilly. Bryan Fischer - NFL.com Grade: GM Gets A Sticker (Think that's the equivalent of a The skinny: After a great first two days, the Jets continued to add weapons for their quarterback on Day 3. Saunders is a tough kid who should also contribute a lot on special teams, and Evans is a speed player who can help in the slot. Dozier is raw, but he might be the best value of any of New York's picks. George is undersized but could be a contributor all over the place. New York found some great players toward the end, with Boyd and Reilly both adding some good depth. Eric Edholm - Yahoo Sports Grade: B- It was a class that started with promise, levelled off in the middle rounds and actually seemed to get stronger by the end. Late round picks such as Shaq Evans, Dakota Dozier and Brandon Dixon could end up helping out. Best Pick: Calvin Pryor Worst Pick: Jalen Saunders Rob Rang - CBS Sports Grade: B Calvin Pryor was my top-rated safety and I have no doubt that he's going to be Broadway hit for the Jets. He plays with the instincts and physicality to star in Rex Ryan's aggressive scheme. I not as high on the physicality factor of the Jets' skill-position additions of TE Jace Amaro and WRs Jalen Saunders and Shaq Evans but they each offer speed and are mismatches that Geno Smith (or Michael Vick) can exploit. I like the upside of Day Three picks Brandon Dixon (CB) and Quincy Enunwa (WR) and feel that OLB Trevor Reilly is going to prove a steal. Reilly is an older prospect (turns 26), which is why he dropped to the 7th round, but he'll make this squad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larz Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 txs for posting really pulling for reilly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Villain The Foe Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 I Eric Edholm - Yahoo Sports Grade: B- It was a class that started with promise, levelled off in the middle rounds and actually seemed to get stronger by the end. Late round picks such as Shaq Evans, Dakota Dozier and Brandon Dixon could end up helping out. Best Pick: Calvin Pryor Worst Pick: Jalen Saunders If Jalen Saunders is the Jets worst pick then the Jets had an even better draft than I thought. I wasn't aware of Jalen Saunders the months leading up to the draft, but after doing some research after the pick up I'm super high on this kid here. Really like what I see from his game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faba Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 B- seems like a good grade without any of them stepping on the field. Some solid players at first two rounds and some potential in later rounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F.Chowds Posted May 11, 2014 Author Share Posted May 11, 2014 Mel Kiper Jr. @MelKiperESPN 12m My challenge for you: Don't just see the graded, but actually read the analysis. A = Exceptional, B = Pretty good, C = Average... Mel Kiper Jr. @MelKiperESPN 6m Lastly: I know you can't "grade" a draft class' performance now. Duh. This reflects how much talent you added + needs + worked the board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green DNA Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 Funny, a good portion of the draft experts on Jetnation consider the draft an F or a D or some other lousy grade Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F.Chowds Posted May 11, 2014 Author Share Posted May 11, 2014 I If Jalen Saunders is the Jets worst pick then the Jets had an even better draft than I thought. I wasn't aware of Jalen Saunders the months leading up to the draft, but after doing some research after the pick up I'm super high on this kid here. Really like what I see from his game. Leger Douzable ✔ @LegerDouzable Follow Saunders an explosive player had great game vs Bama In Sugar Bowl great pick up. #Jetlife Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gastineau Lives Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 Funny, a good portion of the draft experts on Jetnation consider the draft an F or a D or some other lousy grade Totally. A # B # C # D # F (0 votes [0.00%]) lulza****ingcoaster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T0mShane Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 Matthew Fairburn - SB Nation Grade: B With 11 picks, the Jets #Expert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Il Mostro Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 Funny, a good portion of the draft experts on Jetnation consider the draft an F or a D or some other lousy grade And there you have it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gastineau Lives Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 And there you have it. A B C D F (0 votes [0.00%]) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoicsentry Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 #Expert I caught that too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Il Mostro Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 A B C D F (0 votes [0.00%]) As in the real world, the biggest whiners and moaners do not vote. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T0mShane Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 As in the real world, the biggest whiners and moaners do not vote. LIKE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gastineau Lives Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 As in the real world, the biggest whiners and moaners do not vote. I want 48 names, Cazzone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green DNA Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 Totally. A # B # C # D # F (0 votes [0.00%]) lulza****ingcoaster 51 votes out of how many posters? Apathy prevails. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gastineau Lives Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 51 votes out of how many posters? Apathy prevails. Yup all those apathetic posters that absolutely couldn't get it up to click F, but seem to be posting like animals. Or are you receiving texts and phone calls? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green DNA Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 Maybe you missed the incessant bitching over every pick after the second round Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gastineau Lives Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 Maybe you missed the incessant bitching over every pick after the second round Give it up, you can't possibly win this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larz Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 when you are nitpicking poll results and claiming victory, it's time to step away from the keyboard for about, I don't know, forever Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gastineau Lives Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 when you are nitpicking poll results and claiming victory, it's time to step away from the keyboard for about, I don't know, forever When you are injecting yourself into a conversation with a guy nitpicking poll results you really need to shut the **** up and get your erection for one of them under control. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F.Chowds Posted May 12, 2014 Author Share Posted May 12, 2014 EVAN SILVA New York Jets 18. Calvin Pryor, safety, Louisville. 49. Jace Amaro, tight end, Texas Tech. 80. Dexter McDougle, cornerback, Maryland. 104. Jalen Saunders, return specialist, Oklahoma. 115. Shaq Evans, wide receiver, UCLA. 137. Dakota Dozier, guard, Furman. 154. Jeremiah George, linebacker, Iowa State. 195. Brandon Dixon, cornerback, NW Missouri State. 209. Quincy Enunwa, wide receiver, Nebraska. 210. IK Enemkpali, outside linebacker, Louisiana Tech. 213. Tajh Boyd, quarterback, Clemson. 233. Trevor Reilly, outside linebacker, Utah. Overview: GM John Idzik's second-ever draft was a true meat-and-potatoes effort. Top pick Pryor is an extremely physical, energetic presence and a rich man's T.J. Ward. Fans wanted Idzik to draft a small, speedy wideout, but Amaro is a superior team fit as a movement tight end with a huge catch radius (34-inch arms). 6-foot-3 Eric Deckerand 6-foot-5 Amaro will be Geno Smith's (or Michael Vick's) go-to guys. McDougle runs 4.47 and would've been a higher pick if not for a senior-year injury. Evans and Enunwa are big, physical possession receivers with red-zone chops. Dozier profiles as a future starting guard. George is an intriguing nickel 'backer prospect and will contribute early on special teams. The picks I disliked were Saunders, whom I don't expect will help beyond punt returns, and Reilly, a 26-year-old who beat up on 19-year-old Pac 12 offensive linemen for his production. Boyd's stock dropped dramatically as a senior, but he has enough athleticism and arm strength to warrant the late-round flier. I don't think the Jets will be competing for Super Bowls until they establish a quarterback solution, but I expect them to continue to be competitive every week. And I think their roster got much stronger with this draft. Grade: B+ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ylekram Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 when you are nitpicking poll results and claiming victory, it's time to step away from the keyboard for about, I don't know, forever lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt39 Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 Silvas take is fair...the Saunders pick eats at me, but I couldn't agree more with his logic behind Pryor vs. Cooks in round 1. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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