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Joe Douglas's Approach to the 2024 NFL Draft: Crafting the Jets' Offensive Line Future


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In the run-up to the 2024 NFL Draft, Joe Douglas finds himself at a pivotal juncture, poised to make strategic decisions that will significantly impact the team's offensive line and overall roster composition. With the immediate offensive tackle needs addressed through veteran acquisitions Tyron Smith and Morgan Moses, Douglas's focus shifts toward leveraging the draft for long-term roster development, guided by a clear set of player criteria and the strategic context of the Jets' current draft capital.

Douglas's Draft Strategy Framework
Douglas's approach to selecting OT prospects hinges on critical attributes such as arm length, size, athleticism, and collegiate experience. These preferences are set against the backdrop of the Jets' lack of a second-round pick, a consequence of the trade for Aaron Rodgers, which adds a layer of complexity to Douglas's draft maneuvering. The aim is to navigate this landscape to recover valuable draft capital and address multiple roster needs.

Preferred Draft Scenarios
Scenario 1: Trading Down for a Skill Position and Targeting Patrick Paul in the 2nd Round

Douglas's ideal scenario involves trading down from the #10 pick to select a top wide receiver or a talent like Brock Bowers later in the first round. This strategic move would allow the Jets to acquire additional picks, including a valuable second-round pick. Patrick Paul, with his impressive arm length of 36 1/4 inches, becomes an attractive target in this round, perfectly aligning with Douglas's criteria and offering significant value.

Scenario 2: Acquiring a Late 1st and a 2nd Round Pick for an OT and a WR

An alternative strategy sees the Jets trading down to the late first round, targeting an OT such as Troy Fautanu, Amarius Mims, or JC Latham. This trade aims to also secure a second-round pick, which Douglas could use to bolster the wide receiver corps. This approach ensures the Jets address both the OT position with a prospect that fits Douglas's physical and skill set criteria and the need for a playmaking wide receiver.

Scenario 3: Selecting Joe Alt or Olu Fashanu at #10 and the Impact on WR Selection

Opting for Joe Alt or Olu Fashanu at #10 would be a significant decision, focusing on securing a top OT talent early. However, this choice means the Jets would miss out on the opportunity to select a high-end wide receiver in the second round, as their next selection would not come until the third round. This scenario underscores the trade-offs Douglas must consider in prioritizing the OT position over other needs.

Scenario 4: Prioritizing a WR at #10 and Eyeing Kiran Amegadjie in Later Rounds

Should trading down prove unfeasible and with top OT prospects potentially off the board, Douglas might pivot to selecting a premier wide receiver at #10. Kiran Amegadjie then becomes a potential target in the third round, offering developmental depth and future potential for the offensive line, aligning with Douglas's long-term team-building vision.

Non-Considerations
Prospects like Taliese Fuaga and Jordan Morgan, whose arm lengths fall short of Douglas's preferred range, are unlikely to be on the Jets' draft board for the OT position, reaffirming Douglas's stringent criteria for linemen, especially important for the left tackle role.

Conclusion
The strategic landscape of the 2024 NFL Draft presents Joe Douglas with a complex set of decisions, balancing immediate needs against long-term roster development. By navigating these preferred scenarios, Douglas aims to construct an offensive line that not only aligns with the Jets' physical and skill criteria but also leverages draft positioning to maximize overall team value.

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15 minutes ago, Jack Straw said:

In the run-up to the 2024 NFL Draft, Joe Douglas finds himself at a pivotal juncture, poised to make strategic decisions that will significantly impact the team's offensive line and overall roster composition. With the immediate offensive tackle needs addressed through veteran acquisitions Tyron Smith and Morgan Moses, Douglas's focus shifts toward leveraging the draft for long-term roster development, guided by a clear set of player criteria and the strategic context of the Jets' current draft capital.

Douglas's Draft Strategy Framework
Douglas's approach to selecting OT prospects hinges on critical attributes such as arm length, size, athleticism, and collegiate experience. These preferences are set against the backdrop of the Jets' lack of a second-round pick, a consequence of the trade for Aaron Rodgers, which adds a layer of complexity to Douglas's draft maneuvering. The aim is to navigate this landscape to recover valuable draft capital and address multiple roster needs.

Preferred Draft Scenarios
Scenario 1: Trading Down for a Skill Position and Targeting Patrick Paul in the 2nd Round

Douglas's ideal scenario involves trading down from the #10 pick to select a top wide receiver or a talent like Brock Bowers later in the first round. This strategic move would allow the Jets to acquire additional picks, including a valuable second-round pick. Patrick Paul, with his impressive arm length of 36 1/4 inches, becomes an attractive target in this round, perfectly aligning with Douglas's criteria and offering significant value.

Scenario 2: Acquiring a Late 1st and a 2nd Round Pick for an OT and a WR

An alternative strategy sees the Jets trading down to the late first round, targeting an OT such as Troy Fautanu, Amarius Mims, or JC Latham. This trade aims to also secure a second-round pick, which Douglas could use to bolster the wide receiver corps. This approach ensures the Jets address both the OT position with a prospect that fits Douglas's physical and skill set criteria and the need for a playmaking wide receiver.

Scenario 3: Selecting Joe Alt or Olu Fashanu at #10 and the Impact on WR Selection

Opting for Joe Alt or Olu Fashanu at #10 would be a significant decision, focusing on securing a top OT talent early. However, this choice means the Jets would miss out on the opportunity to select a high-end wide receiver in the second round, as their next selection would not come until the third round. This scenario underscores the trade-offs Douglas must consider in prioritizing the OT position over other needs.

Scenario 4: Prioritizing a WR at #10 and Eyeing Kiran Amegadjie in Later Rounds

Should trading down prove unfeasible and with top OT prospects potentially off the board, Douglas might pivot to selecting a premier wide receiver at #10. Kiran Amegadjie then becomes a potential target in the third round, offering developmental depth and future potential for the offensive line, aligning with Douglas's long-term team-building vision.

Non-Considerations
Prospects like Taliese Fuaga and Jordan Morgan, whose arm lengths fall short of Douglas's preferred range, are unlikely to be on the Jets' draft board for the OT position, reaffirming Douglas's stringent criteria for linemen, especially important for the left tackle role.

Conclusion
The strategic landscape of the 2024 NFL Draft presents Joe Douglas with a complex set of decisions, balancing immediate needs against long-term roster development. By navigating these preferred scenarios, Douglas aims to construct an offensive line that not only aligns with the Jets' physical and skill criteria but also leverages draft positioning to maximize overall team value.

 

14 minutes ago, Jetsfan80 said:

ChatGPT???

 

@Barry McCockinner

 

13 minutes ago, Jet Nut said:

Who wrote this? 

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4 minutes ago, Barry McCockinner said:

 

 

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Wonderful detective work. Yes, I used ChatGPT to formulate and organize my thoughts on how Joe Douglas will approach the draft. My ideas - not my writing. 

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9 minutes ago, Jack Straw said:

Wonderful detective work. Yes, I used ChatGPT to formulate and organize my thoughts on how Joe Douglas will approach the draft. My ideas - not my writing. 

So why didn’t you say that up front?  lol.

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So why didn’t you say that up front?  lol.


Do you want me to disclose upfront when I use ChatGPT to formulate my ideas?

I responded when I saw the post. Not sure why any of this matters. ChatGPT didn’t come up with the ideas that I presented in the post.
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16 minutes ago, Jack Straw said:

 


Do you want me to disclose upfront when I use ChatGPT to formulate my ideas?

I responded when I saw the post. Not sure why any of this matters. ChatGPT didn’t come up with the ideas that I presented in the post.

 

Yes?  Otherwise people will think you plagiarized or didn’t put ANY of your own thoughts in there.  

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Yes?  Otherwise people will think you plagiarized or didn’t put ANY of your own thoughts in there.  


lol yes, ChatGPT understands OT’s arm lengths and attributes Joe D prefers in offensive linemen.

ChatGPT is an assistant to streamline tasks. It’s pretty clear the ideas I presented in this post are outside of ChatGPTs capabilities.

I didn’t feel like investing 5 hours into writing these ideas out - hence ChatGPT to organize the thoughts.


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10 minutes ago, Jack Straw said:

 


lol yes, ChatGPT understands OT’s arm lengths and attributes Joe D prefers in offensive linemen.

ChatGPT is an assistant to streamline tasks. It’s pretty clear the ideas I presented in this post are outside of ChatGPTs capabilities.

I didn’t feel like investing 5 hours into writing these ideas out - hence ChatGPT to organize the thoughts.


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"These preferences are set against the backdrop of the Jets' lack of a second-round pick, a consequence of the trade for Aaron Rodgers, which adds a layer of complexity to Douglas's draft maneuvering."

^ Look at this f***ing waste of a sentence.

You're too lazy to write it, but I'm supposed read it and be all 🤔?

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"These preferences are set against the backdrop of the Jets' lack of a second-round pick, a consequence of the trade for Aaron Rodgers, which adds a layer of complexity to Douglas's draft maneuvering."
^ Look at this f***ing waste of a sentence.
You're too lazy to write it, but I'm supposed read it and be all ?


Then don’t read it - I couldn’t care less.

The lack of a second round picks plays into how Joe D will approach the draft. He wants that pick back and will likely choose a second tier OT to get it.



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2 minutes ago, Jack Straw said:

 


Then don’t read it - I couldn’t care less.

The lack of a second round picks plays into how Joe D will approach the draft. He wants that pick back and will likely choose a second tier OT to get it.



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Nobody on this site is unaware that we don't have a second-rounder or why.

Just say what ya want to say about the prospects. You like the value at the end of day 1/beginning of day 2 for o-lineman, specifically tackles? Make your case, homie. I'm all ears. 

Just don't backfill it with 70% AI fluff.

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7 minutes ago, Jack Straw said:

 


Then don’t read it - I couldn’t care less.

The lack of a second round picks plays into how Joe D will approach the draft. He wants that pick back and will likely choose a second tier OT to get it.



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21 minutes ago, Jack Straw said:

 


lol yes, ChatGPT understands OT’s arm lengths and attributes Joe D prefers in offensive linemen.

ChatGPT is an assistant to streamline tasks. It’s pretty clear the ideas I presented in this post are outside of ChatGPTs capabilities.

I didn’t feel like investing 5 hours into writing these ideas out - hence ChatGPT to organize the thoughts.


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FWIW I don't have a problem with it. 

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Nobody on this site is unaware that we don't have a second-rounder or why.
Just say what ya want to say about the prospects. You like the value at the end of day 1/beginning of day 2 for o-lineman, specifically tackles? Make your case, homie. I'm all ears. 
Just don't backfill it with 70% AI fluff.


You should send your feedback to OpenAI since I didn’t write it.


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Theoretically JD has done his analysis on these OLs, without his two overrated sidekicks who left, and has a view as to who the Jets should be taking at 10.  

I sounds to me that the best football player of the OL likely to be available is Fuaga.  Fantanu has the traits, etc.  Just like Becton did.   Traits don’t play football. 

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On 3/23/2024 at 6:43 AM, Jetsfan80 said:

Also our supposed OL coach had better f**king get it right with the OL by now.  Dumping endless resources into the OL should never have been necessary.

It costs however much it cost till you get it right.

Joe has to build the farm from scratch. 

We have that now. It was a long argerous journey but we made it. Thank God. This year might be the actual first year we have a good line and solid back up in the stream behind them

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34 minutes ago, BornJetsFan1983 said:

It costs however much it cost till you get it right.

Joe has to build the farm from scratch. 

We have that now. It was a long argerous journey but we made it. Thank God. This year might be the actual first year we have a good line and solid back up in the stream behind them

Do we have it now?

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JD’s current plan for the OL is to deploy a decent 2nd round draft pick at C, hopefully AVT at RG (or a fill in if he has not ready), and overpaid hold the fort guy who should be ok at LG, 10 year veteran RT who is actually sub Pro Bowl decent and durable (for now) and an All Pro, injury prone LT.  The Ts are on one year contracts, so if for some miraculous reason AR8 wants to play in AR8 for a $60mm+ cap hit, we are starting all over again.  

So if JD is drafting for need, on this entire team I would take someone who can play LT.  JD may be betting he can sign Tyron and Morgan indefinitely, in which case is drafting for depth (lower) and maybe to replace AVT.  

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On 3/23/2024 at 11:02 AM, Jack Straw said:

You should send your feedback to OpenAI since I didn’t write it.

So first you complain because people figured out you were using AI in the process of, in your words, to "formulate and organize my thoughts", and now you want us to direct our complaints to AI instead of you?  GFY lol.

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13 minutes ago, Jetsfan80 said:

So first you complain because people figured out you were using AI in the process of, in your words, to "formulate and organize my thoughts", and now you want us to direct our complaints to AI instead of you?  GFY lol.

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Bold: This post does not use AI.
What has humidity come to when we are starting to use AI on sports forums to debate something we have no control over? Madness.
 


There was no debate. I was posting my thoughts on Joe D’s draft strategy.

It’s easier to jot down ideas and let AI formulate it in a coherent way. I don’t have hours in a day to write it all out.

One good thing is that AI prevents me from writing sentences like “what has humidity come to when…”

Are you also opposed to spell check, or is that kind of AI ok?
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