With the NFL combine now just a few days away, we thought it might be a good idea to throw out a few names we’re looking forward to watching and we think the Jets brass should be too.
Of course there are the big names such as edge rushers David Bailey and Rueben Bain along with linebacker Arvell Reese and safety Caleb Downs. But who are some of the prospects who aren’t being mocked to the Jets by every pundit, fan or insider? Let’s take a look.
QB Drew Allar, Penn State: Allar is a tough watch when you turn on the film. Sloppy mechanics lead to often wildy inconsistent play at quarterback. However, Frank Reich is said to be looking to land a tall QB who can work from the pocket which does describe Allar. If Reich believes he can fix what’s wrong with Allar, he may be a developmental QB the Jets target.
QB Taylen Green, Arkansas: We loved Green coming in to this season as we anticipated another step forward in his growth, but like Allar, his consistency left plenty to be desired. Green’s footwork will often get sloppy and he tends to leave his feet when throwing the ball down the field for no apparent reason. But he’s a QB who has what both Reich and head coach Aaron Glenn covet at the postion. Reich wants a tall QB with a strong arm, while Glenn wants a QB who can beat you with his legs. Green can do both when he’s on.
RB Emmett Johnson, Nebraska: With Breece Hall’s future up in the air and Braelon Allen coming off of a major injury, might the Jets look at a running back? If so, Johnson should be under consideration. His ability to fit through small holes while evading multiple defenders gives you a guy who can take the smallest crease and grab you 7 or 8 yards in a spot where most backs might give you 1 or 2.
WR KC Concepcion, Texas A&M: Concepcion has struggled with drops over the course of his college career, but he also brings electric speed and versatility to the position. A guy who would serve primarily as a slot receiver, we’d be willing to bet Concepcion could be effective on the boundary as well. Expect Concepcion to test extremely well this week.
WR Brenen Thompson, Ole Miss: Expected to be the fastest player in Indy, Thompson’s size will scare some team’s off as he’s currently listed at 5′ 9”, but his play making ability will get him plenty of attention. Adding Thompson to any offense will bring considerable juice.
TE RJ Maryland, SMU: We loved Maryland’s game back in 2024 with SMU before he suffered a season-ending injury after seven games. He’s probably one of the bigger “under the radar” prospects who can boost his stock in Indy with a strong showing.
OG Chase Bisontis, Texas A&M: Vega Ioane is a guy who should be at the top of the Jets options with pick sixteen, but if they pass in that spot and are still looking to add a guard, Bisontis in round 2 wouldn’t be a bad idea. Expect a solid showing on the bench press.
C Logan Jones, Iowa: The Jets should be looking to upgrade at center with such a deep class and in all honesty, Jones would be our first choice. The Iowa product showed great movement on film over the past couple of seasons so we expect a solid showing for all 32 teams at the combine. His teammate Beau Stephens, a guard at Iowa, should be another option for the Jets in the middle rounds.
DT Nick Barrett, South Carolina: The Jets will need to beef up their interior defensive line and Barrett is an powerful, explosive option. Very curious to see how he fares on the vertical and broad jumps along with bench press.