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Countdown to Combine: New York Jets CBs
February, 18, 2015
Feb 18
8:00
AM ET
By Rich Cimini | ESPNNewYork.com
A closer look at the areas the New York Jets could address in the draft. We'll continue today with a look at the cornerbacks, who are scheduled to work out Monday in Indianapolis.
Position of need: Welcome to Rex Ryan's pain, Todd Bowles. The Jets' new coach inherits a grim cornerback situation, and that has to be particularly concerning because Bowles, like his predecessor, relies on man-to-man coverage to play his blitz-heavy scheme. Right now, the depth chart includes Dee Milliner (returning from Achilles' tendon surgery) and a group of backup types. Look for them to sign a free agent and draft a corner. Bowles likes big cornerbacks with press-man ability, which means he will like the top of this draft.
Three players the Jets could target in the draft:
Trae Waynes (CB), Michigan State: He's considered by many to be the top cornerback in the draft. He has the size (6-foot-1) and man-to-man skills to fit ideally into Bowles' system. Waynes (three interceptions, eight pass break-ups in 2014) is the typical Michigan State corner: Tough, physical, and competitive. The question is, would he be worth the sixth pick in the draft? He could jump into the top 10 if he blazes the 40-yard dash at the combine.
Marcus Peters (CB), Washington: He's the Jameis Winston of cornerbacks: So much talent, but red flags. Peters failed a drug test, received an academic suspension and was booted off the team last November after a series of run-ins with the coaching staff, raising concerns about his character. He's friends with Marshawn Lynch, which might explain is odd behavior. As for his football ability, the 6-foot Peters (11 career interceptions) might be the most complete cornerback in the draft. Obviously, the Jets will perform due diligence on his background.
Jalen Collins (CB), LSU: He's 6-foot-2, with an impressive skill set and press-man ability. Collins has Antonio Cromartie-esque skills (a young Cromartie), but the concern is that he never was a full-time starter in college. That certainly raises some questions. With his athleticism, Collins (three career interceptions) could blow up the combine, but teams will have to study him closely before investing a high pick. Right now, he's a borderline first-round pick.
February, 18, 2015
Feb 18
8:00
AM ET
By Rich Cimini | ESPNNewYork.com
A closer look at the areas the New York Jets could address in the draft. We'll continue today with a look at the cornerbacks, who are scheduled to work out Monday in Indianapolis.
Position of need: Welcome to Rex Ryan's pain, Todd Bowles. The Jets' new coach inherits a grim cornerback situation, and that has to be particularly concerning because Bowles, like his predecessor, relies on man-to-man coverage to play his blitz-heavy scheme. Right now, the depth chart includes Dee Milliner (returning from Achilles' tendon surgery) and a group of backup types. Look for them to sign a free agent and draft a corner. Bowles likes big cornerbacks with press-man ability, which means he will like the top of this draft.
Three players the Jets could target in the draft:
Trae Waynes (CB), Michigan State: He's considered by many to be the top cornerback in the draft. He has the size (6-foot-1) and man-to-man skills to fit ideally into Bowles' system. Waynes (three interceptions, eight pass break-ups in 2014) is the typical Michigan State corner: Tough, physical, and competitive. The question is, would he be worth the sixth pick in the draft? He could jump into the top 10 if he blazes the 40-yard dash at the combine.
Marcus Peters (CB), Washington: He's the Jameis Winston of cornerbacks: So much talent, but red flags. Peters failed a drug test, received an academic suspension and was booted off the team last November after a series of run-ins with the coaching staff, raising concerns about his character. He's friends with Marshawn Lynch, which might explain is odd behavior. As for his football ability, the 6-foot Peters (11 career interceptions) might be the most complete cornerback in the draft. Obviously, the Jets will perform due diligence on his background.
Jalen Collins (CB), LSU: He's 6-foot-2, with an impressive skill set and press-man ability. Collins has Antonio Cromartie-esque skills (a young Cromartie), but the concern is that he never was a full-time starter in college. That certainly raises some questions. With his athleticism, Collins (three career interceptions) could blow up the combine, but teams will have to study him closely before investing a high pick. Right now, he's a borderline first-round pick.
