53-Man Roster Projections

[JetNation]

Who will make the cut(s)?

 

With training camp well underway, the first round of cuts aren’t far off. The Jets will have their first preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Aug. 11. After the first three preseason games all 32 teams must have their rosters trimmed down to 75 players by Aug. 30. On Sept. 3 the final 53-man roster will be in place. The Jets have a couple of interesting position battles at cornerback and outside linebacker. Here are position-by-position projections for the 53-man roster:

Offense:

 

Quarterback: Ryan Fitzpatrick, Geno Smith, Christian Hackenberg – 3

cuts: Bryce Petty

In an ideal world Mike Maccagnan could keep four quarterbacks with two projects in Christian Hackenberg and Bryce Petty. The problem is that the NFL is far from an ideal world, and there isn’t much wiggle room on a 53-man roster. Petty was a fourth round investment while Hackenberg was a second rounder, it’s as simple as that. Petty has shown inconsistency again so far in training camp and that will continue into the preseason. Geno Smith will be safe this year due to his starting experience, while Hackenberg gets a pass as a second round pick.

Running back: Matt Forte, Bilal Powell, Khiry Robinson, Bernard Pierce – 4

cuts: Romar Morris, Dominique Williams, Matthew Tucker

Both Khiry Robinson and Matt Forte have been dealing with injuries. Robinson is on the PUP list while Forte has yet to practice other than some light work on Tuesday. This has given more reps to the unproven guys in Morris and Williams. So far Morris has made some noise, but at the end of the day the Jets will keep their four most proven running backs on the roster.

Fullback: Tommy Bohanon – 1

cuts: Julian Howsare

Not much to say about this position, Bohanon will get the nod again for his workmanlike consistency.

Wide Receiver: Brandon Marshall, Eric Decker, Quincy Enunwa, Kenbrell Thompkins, Jalin Marshall – 5 (+1)

Reserve/PUP: Devin Smith

cuts: Charone Peake, Robby Anderson, Titus Davis, Jeremy Ross, Kyle Williams, Chandler Worthy

The Jets will start the season with five wide receivers and Devin Smith on the reserve/PUP list. It’s looking doubtful that Smith will be ready to go by Sept. 11 leaving the Jets with little choice but to stash him on the PUP. Smith will be eligible to return after the first six weeks, but won’t count towards the 53-man limit until he’s activated. Once Smith returns the Jets can cut a depth player at another position for room. Jalin Marshall has been impressing with his quickness and is a strong candidate to make the squad as a return man.

Tight End: Jace Amaro, Kellen Davis, Zach Sudfeld – 3

cuts: Wes Saxton, Brandon Bostick, Jason Vander Laan

Wes Saxton has been making plays in training camp since he was brought in as an undrafted free agent last year, but won’t make the cut. He’ll likely spend another year on the practice squad. Tight end is an underutilized position in Chan Gailey’s offense, and three might even be too many.

Offensive Line: Nick Mangold, James Carpenter, Ryan Clady, Brian Winters, Breno Giacomini, Brent Qvale, Brandon Shell, Ben Ijalana, Dakota Dozier -9

cuts: Jesse Davis, Kyle Friend, Jarvis Harrison, Wesley Johnson, Mike Liedtke, Craig Watts

The only other candidate for the reserve/PUP list as of now would be Giacomini, who is week-to-week with a back injury. Giacomini has likely been ruled out for the first preseason game, and could miss most of training camp. Newcomer Ryan Clady has a history of being injury-prone, but could be an upgrade if he manages to stay healthy.

Defense:

 

Defensive Line: Muhammad Wilkerson, Sheldon Richardson, Leonard Williams, Steve McLendon, Jarvis Jenkins, Deon Simon – 6

cuts: Mike Catapano, Tarow Barney, Shelby Harris, Helva Matungulu, Julien Obioha, Claude Pelon, Lawrence Thomas

Todd Bowles will be hard-pressed to use more four man fronts seeing as Wilkerson, Richardson, and Williams are all defensive ends. With McLendon being the only other true tackle, Simon will make the squad as a backup.

Linebacker: David Harris, Erin Henderson, Darron Lee, Lorenzo Mauldin, Jordan Jenkins, Trevor Reilly, Freddie Bishop, Deion Barnes, Taiwan Jones – 9

cuts: Bruce Carter, Josh Martin, Julian Stanford

This is easily the youngest position on the roster, and the most inexperienced. David Harris will have his hands full trying to bring along multiple young players in Lee, Jenkins, and even Mauldin. As of right now Mauldin and Jenkins will start outside while Harris and Henderson will start inside. Lee will be rotated around, mostly in nickel packages. Taiwan Jones makes the cut with some upside, and possibly a chance to replace Harris down the road.

Secondary: Darrelle Revis, Buster Skrine, Marcus Williams, Calvin Pryor, Marcus Gilchrist, Dexter McDougle, Dee Milliner, Juston Burris, Rontez Miles, Dion Bailey – 10

cuts: Kevin Short, Darryl Morris, Doug Middleton, Ronald Martin, Bryson Keeton

The last time Dee Milliner played a defensive down in an NFL game was Oct. 12, 2014. Last season after returning from an injury Milliner was relegated to special teams duty. This could be Milliner’s last chance to earn a spot. Buster Skrine looks to be the favorite to start opposite Revis, but Marcus Williams will get a shot as well. Juston Burris has impressed so far in camp, and could be a dark horse to work his way into a starting role.

Special Teams:

 

Specialists: Nick Folk, Lachlan Edwards, Tanner Purdum – 3

cuts: Ross Martin

Todd Bowles claims there’s a competition between Nick Folk and undrafted free agent Ross Martin. It would be a foolish move to go with an undrafted free agent over a seasoned kicker like Folk. Lachlan Edwards won the Aussie punter battle before it even started with the departure of Tom Hackett. The silent iron man Tanner Purdum returns as the long snapper once again this season.

 

 

 

 

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[pointman]

Cut Kellen Davis too. Thanks.

[Raideraholic]

Bruce Carter isn't going anywhere.( will have major role in coverage) Taiwan Jones is heading to practice squad again.

[JETSfaninNE]

Nice job, I agree with most here except Bruce Carter getting cut. Don't think Freddie Bishop makes this team at the end of the day and Carter has been trending upward getting multiple looks and making plays each practice.

I do think Macc is looking very closely at the kicking competition and I think if Martin goes into preseason and doesn't miss anything they are going to be hard pressed swallowing Folks salary if they are getting the same consistency but younger and cheaper.

[Ohio State NY Jets fan]

33 minutes ago, pointman said:

Cut Kellen Davis too. Thanks.

Agree except he played with Forte in Chicago so that might save him unless Amaro proves that he has stepped up his blocking 

[Ohio State NY Jets fan]

Good read! 

It looks like some decent players will be cut; Carter, Catapano to name a few, nice to think other teams will be watching the Jets cut list...

Breno injury is curious, wonder if his contract has something to do with it, can he be cut if injured? 

Peake, Morris, Saxton, Vander Laan, to the PS

maybe Martin can be stashed on the PS - if there is a game winning kick in Pre-season we will see what the kid does but Folk has been money for Los Jets

[bostonmajet]

Not sure with the drop in Buffalo and with some drops in camp if Thompkins is safe; he better pick up his game..

Either way it is nice to have some competition at a position that was bereft of talent 2 years ago.

[Patriot Killa]

I want Robby Anderson and Romar Morris to make it.

[Doggin94it]

I don't see any chance Pierce makes the roster ahead of Morris given how camp opened.  Bruce Carter isn't getting cut.  Neither is Catapano. Charon Peake will be the deep threat with Smith on the PUP

Also, Richardson doesn't take up a roster spot for week 1, because he's suspended

[Nostradamus]

4 hours ago, JetNation said:

Who will make the cut(s)?

 

With training camp well underway, the first round of cuts aren’t far off. The Jets will have their first preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Aug. 11. After the first three preseason games all 32 teams must have their rosters trimmed down to 75 players by Aug. 30. On Sept. 3 the final 53-man roster will be in place. The Jets have a couple of interesting position battles at cornerback and outside linebacker. Here are position-by-position projections for the 53-man roster:

Offense:

 

Quarterback: Ryan Fitzpatrick, Geno Smith, Christian Hackenberg – 3

cuts: Bryce Petty

In an ideal world Mike Maccagnan could keep four quarterbacks with two projects in Christian Hackenberg and Bryce Petty. The problem is that the NFL is far from an ideal world, and there isn’t much wiggle room on a 53-man roster. Petty was a fourth round investment while Hackenberg was a second rounder, it’s as simple as that. Petty has shown inconsistency again so far in training camp and that will continue into the preseason. Geno Smith will be safe this year due to his starting experience, while Hackenberg gets a pass as a second round pick.

Running back: Matt Forte, Bilal Powell, Khiry Robinson, Bernard Pierce – 4

cuts: Romar Morris, Dominique Williams, Matthew Tucker

Both Khiry Robinson and Matt Forte have been dealing with injuries. Robinson is on the PUP list while Forte has yet to practice other than some light work on Tuesday. This has given more reps to the unproven guys in Morris and Williams. So far Morris has made some noise, but at the end of the day the Jets will keep their four most proven running backs on the roster.

Fullback: Tommy Bohanon – 1

cuts: Julian Howsare

Not much to say about this position, Bohanon will get the nod again for his workmanlike consistency.

Wide Receiver: Brandon Marshall, Eric Decker, Quincy Enunwa, Kenbrell Thompkins, Jalin Marshall – 5 (+1)

Reserve/PUP: Devin Smith

cuts: Charone Peake, Robby Anderson, Titus Davis, Jeremy Ross, Kyle Williams, Chandler Worthy

The Jets will start the season with five wide receivers and Devin Smith on the reserve/PUP list. It’s looking doubtful that Smith will be ready to go by Sept. 11 leaving the Jets with little choice but to stash him on the PUP. Smith will be eligible to return after the first six weeks, but won’t count towards the 53-man limit until he’s activated. Once Smith returns the Jets can cut a depth player at another position for room. Jalin Marshall has been impressing with his quickness and is a strong candidate to make the squad as a return man.

Tight End: Jace Amaro, Kellen Davis, Zach Sudfeld – 3

cuts: Wes Saxton, Brandon Bostick, Jason Vander Laan

Wes Saxton has been making plays in training camp since he was brought in as an undrafted free agent last year, but won’t make the cut. He’ll likely spend another year on the practice squad. Tight end is an underutilized position in Chan Gailey’s offense, and three might even be too many.

Offensive Line: Nick Mangold, James Carpenter, Ryan Clady, Brian Winters, Breno Giacomini, Brent Qvale, Brandon Shell, Ben Ijalana, Dakota Dozier -9

cuts: Jesse Davis, Kyle Friend, Jarvis Harrison, Wesley Johnson, Mike Liedtke, Craig Watts

The only other candidate for the reserve/PUP list as of now would be Giacomini, who is week-to-week with a back injury. Giacomini has likely been ruled out for the first preseason game, and could miss most of training camp. Newcomer Ryan Clady has a history of being injury-prone, but could be an upgrade if he manages to stay healthy.

Defense:

 

Defensive Line: Muhammad Wilkerson, Sheldon Richardson, Leonard Williams, Steve McLendon, Jarvis Jenkins, Deon Simon – 6

cuts: Mike Catapano, Tarow Barney, Shelby Harris, Helva Matungulu, Julien Obioha, Claude Pelon, Lawrence Thomas

Todd Bowles will be hard-pressed to use more four man fronts seeing as Wilkerson, Richardson, and Williams are all defensive ends. With McLendon being the only other true tackle, Simon will make the squad as a backup.

Linebacker: David Harris, Erin Henderson, Darron Lee, Lorenzo Mauldin, Jordan Jenkins, Trevor Reilly, Freddie Bishop, Deion Barnes, Taiwan Jones – 9

cuts: Bruce Carter, Josh Martin, Julian Stanford

This is easily the youngest position on the roster, and the most inexperienced. David Harris will have his hands full trying to bring along multiple young players in Lee, Jenkins, and even Mauldin. As of right now Mauldin and Jenkins will start outside while Harris and Henderson will start inside. Lee will be rotated around, mostly in nickel packages. Taiwan Jones makes the cut with some upside, and possibly a chance to replace Harris down the road.

Secondary: Darrelle Revis, Buster Skrine, Marcus Williams, Calvin Pryor, Marcus Gilchrist, Dexter McDougle, Dee Milliner, Juston Burris, Rontez Miles, Dion Bailey – 10

cuts: Kevin Short, Darryl Morris, Doug Middleton, Ronald Martin, Bryson Keeton

The last time Dee Milliner played a defensive down in an NFL game was Oct. 12, 2014. Last season after returning from an injury Milliner was relegated to special teams duty. This could be Milliner’s last chance to earn a spot. Buster Skrine looks to be the favorite to start opposite Revis, but Marcus Williams will get a shot as well. Juston Burris has impressed so far in camp, and could be a dark horse to work his way into a starting role.

Special Teams:

 

Specialists: Nick Folk, Lachlan Edwards, Tanner Purdum – 3

cuts: Ross Martin

Todd Bowles claims there’s a competition between Nick Folk and undrafted free agent Ross Martin. It would be a foolish move to go with an undrafted free agent over a seasoned kicker like Folk. Lachlan Edwards won the Aussie punter battle before it even started with the departure of Tom Hackett. The silent iron man Tanner Purdum returns as the long snapper once again this season.

 

 

 

 

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[CrazyCarl40]

Isn't Bernard Pierce suspended the first few games of the season?

I would agree with most of the cuts. Crazy how the Jets went from zero players at some positions to a lot of depth in some key spots. 

[pointman]

5 hours ago, Ohio State NY Jets fan said:

Agree except he played with Forte in Chicago so that might save him unless Amaro proves that he has stepped up his blocking 

Unless Forte was catching the ball for him in Chicago too, doesn't matter to me. 

[Jetlife33]

I think Doug Middleton could really challenge a guy like Dion Bailey for a roster spot, also, Bruce Carter is most likely making the team. Besides that I agree with most, I hope Bryce makes the cut because I'm still high on the kid, but if we do cut him hopefully he makes it to the PS. I'm thinking Morris makes the team as the 4th back, being Pierce is suspended and he's also not very good.

[Nostradamus]

This is all screwed up on defense and here is why......besides Middleton not getting cut what really messes all this up is that Catapano (who is in NO possible way getting cut) is not a lineman he's an outside linebacker.  So therefore both the linebackers and the line gotta be recalculated and 2 others cut....1 from D Line and 1 from linebackers.