Which career paths can we look back on as optimal guides for the 10 members of the New York Jets‘ 2021 draft class? That is the question we are going to answer today.
These player comparisons are not chosen based on build, skill, or anything relative to on-field skills. The idea is to identify players whose development arcs represent a realistic positive scenario for each rookie.
Zach Wilson: Andrew Luck
The Andrew Luck model is a great one for any highly-drafted quarterback. It sets realistic rookie-year expectations and features substantial year-over-year progression.
Luck was instantly a competent NFL quarterback who could win games, but he certainly was not a stud as a first-year player.