Mention grading a team’s NFL draft the day after the fact and you’re sure to hear from draft Karens telling you it’s too early to grade the outcome. This is obviously true, but grading a team’s approach is perfectly appropriate. I mean, if the Jets had drafted seven punters this weekend I’m sure everyone would have some thoughts on what in the world they were doing.
So with that in mind, let’s take a look at the Jets 2024 draft class.
Round 1 (11th overall): LT Olu Fashanu, Penn State
For the second consecutive year the Jets used an early first-round pick on a player who may not play much.