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New York Jets: 2021 7-round mock draft with Sam Darnold trade

By Ian Higgins

Jan 3, 2021; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold (14) heads to the bench during the first half against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 3, 2021; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold (14) heads to the bench during the first half against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports /
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New York Jets 2021 mock draft — Javonte Williams, RB, North Carolina. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images) /

IOL. Tennessee. 54. 30. Scouting Report. Trey Smith. player. Pick Analysis

After selecting Louisville tackle Mekhi Becton with their first-round selection in last year’s draft, the New York Jets continue the trend of selecting overwhelmingly athletic offensive linemen with Tennesse’s Trey Smith.

Having played both tackle and guard for the Vol’s, Smith is a six-foot-six avalanche of a run-blocker who can clear running lanes with his physical might. Although there are concerns over his ability in pass-protection, being placed on the interior as a mauling guard would be a perfect day one fit for Smith.

A major disadvantage to Smith’s towering measurables though is a lack of leverage that will prove costly against stout defensive tackle specialized in penetrating against the run. Smith will hopefully be able to counter these efforts with his expansive reach, and could potentially transition to right tackle with his impressive length if he proves to be too tall to play guard in the NFL.

One of the most dominant athletes of the 2021 NFL draft, Trey Smith is a must-add for a New York Jets offensive line lacking in raw talent.

North Carolina. 30. Scouting Report. College Stats. 62. player. HB. Javonte Williams

Following one of the most impressive collegiate performances from a running back in recent memory, North Carolina’s Javonte Williams has flown up draft boards throughout the 2021 NFL draft season, showing off a three-phased playstyle that has made him an attractive second-round franchise running back to nearly every NFL franchise.

After a season in which their backfield was led by the ageless wonder named Frank Gore, the New York Jets are in desperate need of youth at the position.

As previously mentioned, Williams is a back who has displayed all three of the important roles for an NFL running back: power, elusiveness, and blocking. Despite only measuring in at five-foot-ten, 220-pounds, Williams displays no fear of contact when running between the tackles and can put his head down for dirty-yardage.

Combined with his ability to break plays open on the edges via both ground and air, Williams is a versatile offensive weapon capable of breaking an offensive coordinator’s playbook wide-open.

Alongside his statistical production, Williams is a fearless pass-protector willing to put in the work to protect his quarterback, an invaluable asset that would be a major aid to rookie quarterback Zach Wilson.

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