Last Minute Bold Predictions For New York Jets in First Round of 2022 NFL Draft
With the 2022 NFL draft right around the corner here on Thursday, it's time to get bold.
The Jets have two picks within the first 10 selections of the first round Thursday night, an opportunity to add a pair of talented prospects that will have an immediate impact on this team's roster.
So, how will New York attack their two first-rounders? Could they make a trade?
Here's a few bold predictions to stir the pot before the first round begins.
Jets Pick Ahmad Gardner Fourth Overall
Jets Trade Back From 10
Jets Trade For Deebo Samuel
Acquiring Samuel would immediately take the Jets to the next level on offense, the type of playmaker that can unlock more of Zach Wilson's potential. With Samuel on the field, Corey Davis, Elijah Moore and New York's new tight ends will benefit as well.
READ: Jets' Zach Wilson Weighs in on Deebo Samuel Trade Rumors
If the 49ers do make Samuel available, it'll take quite the haul. Think more than what the Chiefs got from the Dolphins for Hill. If Douglas and the Jets want to build a contender as soon as possible, however, these are the types of trades that can take a team from mediocrity to competitiveness.
READ: Three Trade Proposals For Jets to Acquire San Francisco 49ers WR Deebo Samuel
If New York doesn't trade back and doesn't trade for Samuel, wideouts like Drake London, Garrett Wilson and Jameson Williams will be in play at No. 10. You can certainly make an argument that picking a receiver 10th overall would be a better plan for New York. But we said we'd be bold!
Either way, the Jets can move on to the second round on Friday night with a better team than they had on Thursday morning. That's for sure.
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