The NFL draft is just around the corner and the Jets have a chance to add top talent with the #7 pick
ESPN has released an analytics tool breaking down the probabilities that specific players go at specific picks in recent years. What I like about it compared to a mock draft is that it operates in likelihoods, giving a wide slate of players that could be expected to go at a given spot rather than one player like is done in a mock draft.
So who does ESPN think the Jets are most likely to take in the first round (assuming they pick at #7)? For reference, these figures were pulled around 6:45PM EST on Wednesday.
- Offensive tackle Armand Membou: 23%
- Linebacker/edge rusher Jalen Walker: 20%
- Wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan: 15%
- Quarterback Shedeur Sanders: 10%
- Interior defensive lineman Mason Graham: 9%
- Runningback Ashtyn Jeanty: 8%
- Edge rusher Mykel Williams: 5%
So, overall, ESPN seems to be leaning towards the New York Jets taking Armand Membou, which seems like a pick that would be popular with fans. Beyond that, it seems they think an edge rusher is in play for the Jets with Jalen Walker and Mykel Williams having a combined 25% likelihood.
What are you hoping for? A chalk pick or a deep sleeper at #7?