The Jets expect Sauce Gardner to be their top cornerback. Wideout Garrett Wilson figures too be a huge part of the offense. The same goes for running back Breece Hall. And defensive end Jermaine Johnson will see the field plenty as well.
But what under-the-radar rookies could also contribute in 2022? Two names come to mind.
OT Max Mitchell (Round 4, Louisiana)
There are question marks regarding Mekhi Becton, his weight-related issues, and his recovery from last September’s season-ending knee injury. There are additional concerns with George Fant, his own recovery from knee surgery, and whether last year’s promising performance at left tackle was a career outlier.