Defensive tackle Deon Simon was a 7th round draft pick in 2015. Today, he is in the conversation for the starting nose tackle position for the New York Jets, a position that has been held in recent years by guys like Sione Pouha, Kris Jenkins, Damon Harrison. On a team looking for young talent to emerge, Simon has a great opportunity to ascend.
While not seeing any game action in his first season as a pro, Simon played in all 16 games last year and will be looking to build on his first season of regular season action.