Jets 7-Round Mock Draft After Super Bowl: Protection for Rodgers Arrives
113th Overall Pick - Mekhi Wingo - Defensive Tackle - LSU
This is one of the picks that makes the most sense both player-wise and team needs-wise making it a repeat from our initial mock draft. The Jets could certainly use a player long term that can help Quinnen Williams on the inside instead of continuing to sign veterans and undrafted free agents as short-term fixes.
Wingo is an elite prospect with his ability to pass rush and defend against the run. He also brings a versatility that would work in any defense with experience rushing inside and against tackles. The addition of Wingo would give the Jets a young combination of pass rushers with Jermaine Johnson, Will McDonald, Quinnen Williams, and John Franklin-Myers.
LSU DL Mekhi Wingo has some fun snaps! @LSUfootball
— Ben Fennell (@BenFennell_NFL) April 12, 2023
6’0 290lb DT that kicks out to DE in some subpackage fronts
Speed-to-power from snug alignment, then straight runway power from wide alignment (dumps Steen). This kid is powerful and has the ‘natural’ leverage working for him pic.twitter.com/qJU1BLpyrc
186th Overall Pick - Cornelius Johnson - Wide Receiver - Michigan
Continuing the theme of adding weapons for Aaron Rodgers, a late diamond in the rough for the Jets may be Michigan's Cornelius Johnson.
His stats don't jump off the page due to Michigan's run-first offense, however, he's shown some traits that make him an interesting draft prospect. Johnson has the height and frame of fellow Michigan receiver Nico Collins and could develop in a similar fashion. He's not the most explosive receiver, though his traits make him a great developmental option for the Jets.