****OFFICIAL 2020 JETNATION DRAFT DAY END OF THE WORLD DRAFT DAY MISERY THREAD OF OPTIMISM****

[Wonderboy 4,202]

5 minutes ago, MS jets Fan said:

Jeudy is a slot guy we have Crowder settle down my man.

Maybe Jeudy falls to 48 lol

[DLJ 152,425]

Wtf ESPN again with the notification of the pick before the announcement

[The Crusher 218,214]

Just now, Warfish said:

We have almost no weapons at current. 

We must get some.  Out top 10 D Getting it’s all pro LB back can suffer a dearth if picks for one single cycle.

We got a really big guy who will learn to pass block maybe 

[32EBoozer 5,507]

5 minutes ago, The Walrus said:

Poor guy who has to follow Becton in the can.

I see you already have a picture of him as your avatar! You must be a big fan

[Cyberjet 792]

ALL ABOARD: THE MEKHI BECTON HYPE TRAIN IS LEAVING THE STATION

BY:KYLE CRABBSDECEMBER 28TH, 2019THE DRAFT NETWORK

Photo: Jamie Rhodes-USA TODAY Sports

As an NFL draft analyst, it can be wise to initially avoid too much noise when it comes to prospects. The expectations that come from hearing the viewpoints of others can often times introduce biases into film study and skew the final synopsis of a player. 

But every so often, a nugget comes through on a player that demands attention and must be addressed — sooner rather than later. Such is the case with Louisville offensive tackle Mekhi Becton, a junior lineman who declared for the 2020 draft earlier this month. With his decision made, rumblings from well-respected names in the industry have begun to surface. When Daniel Jeremiah and Dane Brugler speak, you would be wise to listen, as a colleague or fan. 

Especially when they start throwing around comparisons like Bryant McKinnie, a former top-10 overall selection back in 2002.

 

 

 

 

McKinnie would go on to start 162 games in his NFL career and log an approximate value score of 82 from Pro Football Reference, one of the 20 highest cumulative scores given to any offensive tackle for their career since 2000. Some of the notable names ahead of McKinnie on the list?

• Andrew Whitworth
• Jason Peters
• Joe Thomas
• Walter Jones
• Orlando Pace
• Tyron Smith

The McKinnie comparison is high praise for a player like Becton who was generally regarded as a middling prospect over the course of the summer. So I took to the tape to find out if Becton lives up to the standard set by comparisons to McKinnie (Jeremiah) and Trent Brown (Brugler).

Spoiler alert: He does.

Becton possesses rare skill in his fluidity at his size. Listed at 6-foot-7 and 369 pounds, he is an absolute mammoth of a human being and the stalwart of the Cardinals offensive line in 2019. Turn on the tape and you'll find moments of pure domination at the point of attack, not just with brute strength and power but also with grace, explosiveness and rare physical qualities for an athlete of this stature.

But for all of the ways he wins that will surprise you, it is the dominance and strength you would hope for at this size that steals the show.

 

 

 

The upper body strength is unparalleled; and with Becton moving better than in years past, he's got a better functional application in space, meaning he's not just a straight line mauler like so many big brutes on the line. No, no. 

Becton will whitewash defenders on down blocks but he'll also torque and extend with a notable wingspan to soften the edge. Louisville seemed to gain 10 yards every time it ran off his inside hip across the slew of games studied for his final report.

There are some parallels to Jawaan Taylorin Becton's game too, given that he's blossomed in his final season at the college level and possesses rare physical qualities. It was pointed out to me by TDN publications intern Carter Donnick during a recent film session — and it has stuck. Taylor made rare plays on the edge and showed even more rare range as a blocker but ultimately fell to the early second round due to medical concerns. The former can also be said for Becton, who on one rep provided a backside cutoff block on a 1-technique defensive tackle: a surreal play for a 369-pound blocker aligned two gaps away at the snap.

Becton got an early-season endorsement from another strong offensive line evaluator, Duke Manyweather. Manyweather is a prominent coach, analyst and figure in the offensive line subdivision of the football world. Becton caught his eye by the end of September with some of these dominant reps on film.

 

 

 

With Becton officially in the 2020 draft player pool, time is running out to hop on the hype train before it leaves the station. But make no mistake — this train will leave the station soon. So check the tape and hop on board. 

It's going to be a fun ride to April for Becton.

[fullblast 2,174]

Lamb/Jeudy gonna fall to Miami.

Tua to Jeudy pt 2? Good lawd.

[BklynJetsFan85 223]

Just now, New York Mick said:

Wirfs was first on my list Becton was last so go figure 

I had it Jeudy, then Wirfs or Lamb from what was left of my original list - Ruggs if all of them were not on board. Becton wasn't even on my radar - didn't think they'd mess it up. I was wrong lol. Now that he's a Jet though - we can't do nothing about it. Welcome him to the Jets and pray.  

[munchmemory 11,948]

Just now, The Crusher said:

I just read he can’t pass block. I’m no football savant but I’m pretty sure left tackles do some pass blocking. Another project player drafted to hi. Different GM, same sh*t my friend. 

Great.  I was feeling good about the pick.  Liked that he was a monster.  Now you have me worried.

[Jetsfan80 119,110]

Lamb and Jeudy still on the board.

Anyone need a Box Safety?

[Xtina 1,971]

I am so glad the other teams are taking the DT’s 

[Rhg1084 4,072]

Kinlaw!! JD pick up the phone and trade up for Lamb or Jeudy, give up next years 1st if that’s what it takes 

[playtowinthegame 5,806]

Come on Joe, make/take that call. Go get Jeudy. 

[Warfish 28,468]

1 minute ago, JetsYanks13 said:

Anyone think Jamal goes to the boys for their 17th pick and 2nd rounder?


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No. I don’t think Adams gets traded. I think we’re paying him big $$ for many years.

[Chrebetfan80 1,248]

with how long WR's are lasting at this point we may get very lucky at 48

[sourceworx 5,689]

Trade Jamal to the Cowboys right now!!!!!!!!

[bd71 99]

WR needy 49ers pass on Lamb and Jeudy.  People still going to bitch about picking Becton over those guys?  WR is DEEP in this draft.  Get the LT - DONE.  Draft WR in round 2.  Maybe even in round 3.  There will be quality WR's available in those rounds.

[Wonderboy 4,202]

4 minutes ago, Sperm Edwards said:

If that’s your top LT in the draft - the guy you envision protecting Darnold’s blindside for the next decade - you don’t get cute like that to hopefully pick up a 3rd or 4th rounder. Nobody does. Next year there might be 0-2 LT prospects in the whole draft and we might not get a shot at any if there are even any to be had. 

Well we now have an idea that JD is boss and sticks to his beliefs.

[The Crusher 218,214]

2 minutes ago, fusionCA said:

works all the time...for other teams

I’m a Jet fan . We stuck at it. Pick the known quantity in Wirfs. Instead we get the worlds largest lottery ticket 

[greengeek 388]

Real opportunity for Jeudy. Gotta try.


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[section314 8,249]

1 minute ago, Jetsfan4life90 said:

Wow, shocker pick there from the 49ers

Not reallyThey trades Buckner

[Jetsfan80 119,110]

1 minute ago, Rhg1084 said:

Kinlaw!! JD pick up the phone and trade up for Lamb or Jeudy, give up next years 1st if that’s what it takes 

There might be a player we can trade to get a pick like that.  His name escapes me though.  

[The Troll 97,490]

4 minutes ago, yvj said:

I might be late but that's first time I've heard that expression and I love it,

It was in a commercial earlier during the draft.

[Jets4Life1979 376]

trade the 2nd and one of the 3rd round picks to move up for WR

[Awesumtenor 99]

Did Jeudy and Lamb have positive drug tests no one knows about? I’d have expected them to both be gone halfway through the round...

[Barkus 1,641]

Wow niners get Kinlaw? WR are dropping. Denver should pick Jeudy/lamb

[The Crusher 218,214]

1 minute ago, munchmemory said:

Great.  I was feeling good about the pick.  Liked that he was a monster.  Now you have me worried.

Ignore me. I would. 

[Greensleeves 899]

How people can be surprised with this pick is beyond me - he was mocked to the Jets in the last week more than anyone else. Also, there are a ton of great receivers in this draft to be picked - not a ton of top tackles. It was clearly the smart position to take - the second round receivers available could be better than the first round guys!!! Wires was projected as a guard in the NFL - we needed a tackle!

[SayNoToDMC 14,716]

We took the one guy I said I'd be sad about ahead of time. I just hope he somehow starts to try on every play now. He's the most talented guy, hard to imagine him giving more of a sh*t after getting paid

[Guilhermezmc 1,263]

GET DALLAS ON THE PHONE

 

[playtowinthegame 5,806]

Let's go Joe. Turn your box into a receiver. 

 

That didn't sound right. lol

[JTJet 5,106]

3 minutes ago, TeddEY said:

How?  QW was the heralded chalk pick that we took over the more athletic player at the same position.  This is the opposite.

I agree in that sense yes, but I mean more from the Jets just passing on players fans wanted. 

And so far, the fans have generally proven to be correct over the years. 

[DLJ 152,425]

Lamb/ Jeudy goes here

[Obrien2Toon 4,230]

1 minute ago, Chrebetfan80 said:

with how long WR's are lasting at this point we may get very lucky at 48

Everyone knows how deep this wr draft is

go a different way in the first, still get a top guy in the 2nd

[HighPitch 2,136]

4 minutes ago, Ghost said:

So its official. Sorry

guys but joe d sucks ass. Another bust gm. Ive been following this train wreck since 86 and its more of the same. Goodnight

[Wonderboy 4,202]

3 minutes ago, Jetsfan80 said:

Lamb and Jeudy still on the board.

Anyone need a Box Safety?

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