Jaelan Phillips is someone who could certainly start right away for the Jets. His size, athleticism, speed, and strength will make him a versatile talent at the next level — someone who could consistently succeed as both a pass-rusher and run-stopper.
Succeeding in the pass-rushing category would be crucial for the Jets, who finished 20th in the NFL last year with just 31 total sacks. If Gang Green targets Phillips, the organization would be hoping he could translate his success at the collegiate level in that area to the pros.
The bottom line is this: A defensive line that includes Phillips, Carl Lawson, and the rising star that is Quinnen Williams would be a scary unit to go up against.