April 26, 2012
And by D-Day I mean draft day. I really want to present this video without comment because, really, what more can I say? The Jets are notorious for their horrendous draft picks and they’ve paid the price every time with bust after bust. Here is the video:
This year the Jets drafted Quinton Coples. I could tell you about all of his talents except that I don’t know anything about him so here’s a little rundown of the pick from ESPN AFC East blog writer James Walker.
MIAMI — The New York Jets pulled off a mild surprise at No. 16. They had their choice of two pass-rushers, and picked Quinton Coples over Melvin Ingram.
Coples has a world of talent, but doesn’t have a high motor. He has top-10 ability, and the Jets and head coach Rex Ryan feel they can get the most out of him.
I thought Ingram was a better pick and a better fit for New York’s 3-4 scheme. Ingram was a safer pick, but doesn’t have the physical abilities Coples have. The Jets went for the player with more natural ability.
The Jets still have several needs at safety, wide receiver and right tackle that could be addressed later in the draft.
April 29th, 2012 at 3:27 pm
I don’t know what was more shocking from that video the Jets’ horrible draft picks or Mel Kiper’s hair before it reached the infamous form it’s in today. I don’t know much about Coples but I am not surprised that the Jets drafted a defensive player. Coples’ main criticism is that he tends to lack effort sometimes and will disappear for a few series but if there’s any coach that will fix that I think it’s Rex Ryan. With all the draft excitement finally being over, I can’t wait for football season.