Draft

Now that the dust has settled from the 2011 NFL draft it is time to take a closer look at the players that were drafted by the New York Jets. Recently Matt Bitonti from DraftDaddy.com took the time to answer a few questions regarding the Jets draft.  Matt does an excellent job breaking down the… Read more

The 2011 NFL Draft has been completed even though the NFL lockout is back on.  Matt Bitonti from Draft Daddy.com will provide detailed insight and analysis into each of the NY Jets draft picks.  Here is a recap of the Jets selections: Round 1 DT Muhammad Wilkerson (30th overall) Round 3 DL Kenrick Ellis (94th… Read more

On Saturday Jeremy Kerley, the New York Jets fifth round pick, addressed the media.  Here is the transcript courtesy of the Jets. On how it felt being drafted by the Jets… It feels great. It’s a great weight lifted off my shoulders. I’m ready to get going and then do whatever I can to help… Read more

On Saturday Bilal Powell, the New York Jets fourth round pick, addressed the media.  Here is the transcript courtesy of the Jets. On his thoughts about being drafted by the Jets… (It is a) great feeling right now, just to get the opportunity at a great organization and having (the opportunity) to play under Rex… Read more

Late Friday night New York Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum addressed the media regarding the team’s third round pick.  Here is the transcript courtesy of the Jets. Opening Statement… MIKE TANNENBAUM: I just want to recap the day and go over what we accomplished. The first guy (played) just one year of college football but… Read more

Late Friday night Kenrick Ellis, the New York Jets third round pick, addressed the media.  Here is the transcript courtesy of the Jets. On general thoughts on being drafted by the Jets… I’m just happy to be a Jet. On being a third round pick… I was kind of surprised. I was hoping and praying… Read more

The New York Jets selected defensive tackle Kenrick Ellis (Hampton) with the 94th pick in the 2011 draft.  Ellis, who comes in at 6’5, 340 pounds , should add some depth to the defensive line position for the Jets. From NFLDraftScout.com Pass rush: Might not put up huge sack numbers as quarterbacks will be aware… Read more

New York Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum and head coach Rex Ryan addressed the media following their selection of Muhammad Wilkerson.  Here is the transcript courtesy of the Jets. On rationale for selecting Muhammad Wilkerson… MIKE TANNENBAUM: He was a guy that we had identified for a while. The thinking was that he is going… Read more

Late Thursday night New York Jets first round pick Muhammad Wilkerson addressed the media.  Here is the transcript courtesy of the Jets. On how it felt to be drafted by the Jets… I thought it was going to happen. I had a great visit when I went to visit the Jets and did the workout… Read more

With the 30th pick in the 2011 NFL draft the New York Jets have selected defensive tackle Muhammad Wilkerson (Temple).  Wilkerson, who is from Linden, New Jersey, should provide the Jets with a powerful presence in the middle of their defensive line which will free up linebackers David Harris and Bart Scott. Analysis from NFLDraftScout.com… Read more

Draft day has finally arrived as the proceedings begin Thursday night at 8pm EST.  The New York Jets enter the 2011 draft with several needs, the most glaring being a pass rusher that can disrupt the opposing team’s offense.  Gang Green will also look to address the defensive line, secondary, and wide receiver position as… Read more