Potential targets for Jets at WR in NFL Draft
Mohamed Sanu #6 of the Rutgers Scarlet Knights tries to get away from A.J. Klein #47 of the Iowa State Cyclones during the New Era Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium. (Dec. 30, 2011) Credit: Getty Images
The Jets will have opportunities to find a wide receiver in this week’s draft. Here are some prospects:
MICHAEL FLOYD
Notre Dame
6-3, 220
There are a lot of things to like about Floyd. He’s got good speed ( 4.47 40), great hands and can be an instant playmaker at the pro level. His off-field issues with alcohol and a history of injuries may scare off some teams, but his skill level should assuage those concerns.
KENDALL WRIGHT
BAYLOR
5-10, 196
He doesn’t look like the prototypical wide receiver, but he makes up for it with his speed on the outside. Robert Griffin III’s primary target the past two seasons, Wright also was explosive in the slot in college.
STEPHEN HILL
Georgia Tech
6-4, 215
Good deep-threat option because of his size and speed. He also has good blocking skills. But he’ll have to prove he can run more than just go routes.
ALSHON JEFFERY
South Carolina
6-4, 230
He’s not the fastest wideout of the bunch, but he’s got big hands and long arms, a major plus for any vertical threat. If he can improve his route-running, he should be an immediate impact player, especially in the red zone.
RUEBEN RANDLE
LSU
6-4, 210
Often had the edge on deep-ball battles in college. Given the Tigers’ run-first offense, Randle is one of the best blocking receivers in the draft.
MOHAMED SANU
Rutgers
6-2, 211
Sanu, an early entrant, has the potential to be a No. 2 receiver at the pro level. His ability to separate from cornerbacks makes him a steady target in the 7- to 10-yard range. Deep balls could be an issue though.
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