Bold Predictions for the Jets Heading into the NFL Draft

So far, Joe Douglas has done a solid job in his first offseason as a general manager. Douglas has stuck to his plan; bring in offensive linemen, don't reach or overpay on any players, acquire high character talent that can create a winning mentality within the organization.

His first draft has massive expectations, but don't expect Douglas to stray away from his principles. Here are some bold moves that the rigid rookie GM might actually make in the 2020 NFL Draft.

1. Pass On EDGE in 2020 Draft

Edge rushing talent is poor this draft, but the free agent pool is deeper than ever at this position, Jadeveon Clowney tops the board. / Jennifer Stewart/Getty Images

This is a weak draft class for edge rushers after 2019 held some of the best in the nation. The Jets have needed a dynamic edge since John Abraham, but they won't find one this weekend. Instead, Douglas sticks to his plan of never reaching or overpaying and passes on the position altogether, drawing the ire of some fans. Edge rusher is actually the one position that has barely been touched in free agency this spring, and the Jets will have plenty of veteran options available for one-year deals. Jadeveon Clowney would be the dream, but names like Brooks Reed, Ezekiel "Ziggy" Ansah, Clay Matthews, Cameron Wake and Pernell McPhee are among the realistic cheaper options.

2. Trade RG Brian Winters

Brian Winters would fit nicely on the Ravens, and the Jets could use extra draft picks. / Mark Brown/Getty Images

A Brian Winters exit still makes sense from a cap and value standpoint. He is making a little more than $7 million in 2020, but the Jets brought in options that could adequately replace Winters at a much cheaper value. The fifth-year right guard (seventh-year guard) has been sturdy in his time with New York, but average. He is a free agent in 2021, and now is the time to get something back for him. The perfect trading partner would be Douglas' old employer, the Baltimore Ravens. The Ravens need a right guard who can start in 2020 with Marshal Yanda retiring, and Douglas' good relationship with the organization makes trading with them more amicable for everyone.

3. Drafting a QB Late

Another option behind Darnold may be smart after what happened in 2019. / Dustin Bradford/Getty Images

Sam Darnold is the Jets franchise quarterback for the foreseeable future. He is extremely young and his draft status and flashes of brilliance have likely earned him a second contract after his rookie deal expires in a couple seasons. Still, the youthful signal-caller has had trouble with freak injury (and illness) early in his career. His bout with mono may have single-handedly destroyed the Jets chances in 2019. Having another QB option behind Darnold that isn't David Fales would be nice in 2020, and there are some decent low-round sleepers available this weekend, like Steven Montez out of Colorado who has upside athleticism and speed.

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