With free agency approaching (March 9), we're analyzing the biggest needs on the New York Jets' roster and examining possible upgrades:
Position: Offensive line
2017 cap hits of top returnees:
Pending free agents: Ben Ijalana, Wesley Johnson (restricted).
Key stat: A good way to measure the run-blocking strength of an offensive line is how it performs on first down. The Jets didn't fare well, averaging only 3.8 yards per rush (21st in the NFL).
Money matters: They began the offseason with a $42 million cap charge for the line, a ridiculous amount of overspending.