2018 NFL Mock Draft: Jets Start Bidding War for #1 Pick

player. 53. Joe Thomas is going into the Hall of Fame five years after he retires. He could do it right now and nobody would argue that point, yet he continues to persevere. One could argue the Cleveland Browns don’t deserve him having failed to reach the playoffs once in his brilliant career. Either way it’s time for the team to look to the future. Thomas isn’t sticking around much longer and they have a young quarterback to think about. <p>Martinas Rankin did the job of protecting Dak Prescott in 2015, so he knows something about keeping the merchandise undamaged. He’s a big, strong and versatile lineman who can play on the edge at tackle or inside if needed. Can he replace Thomas? No. Nobody can. Talents like Thomas come around once-in-a-lifetime. Can Rankin become an able left tackle long-term? Yes, with the proper development.</p>. OT. Mississippi State. Martinas Rankin . 14