On paper, the New York Jets have a wide receiver unit that looks like it could be a pretty solid, productive group under the right circumstances.
Unfortunately “on paper” doesn’t exactly mean much. New York still has to prove it.
Despite that, Pro Football Focus still used a bit of both sides of the ledger when ranking wide receiver rooms across the NFL, head-to-head.
The Jets slotted in as a Tier 3 group, which is explained as “could be strength or weakness.”
Sounds a lot like needing to prove it.
Overall, that Tier 3 spot was 18th overall for New York. That’s right near the middle of the NFL and one could envision the Jets rising on such a list in the future, even PFF admitted that.
Here’s how the football analytics outlet broke down the Jets receivers:
There’s some projection in this ranking, given the Jets’ two young wide receivers have yet to fully establish themselves in the NFL. Elijah Moore earned a 73.8 PFF receiving grade as a rookie, but he could very well make a Year 2 leap alongside quarterback Zach Wilson. Like Moore, Garrett Wilson isn’t the biggest target. However, his ability to create separation before the catch and additional yardage after the catch with his shiftiness in the open field should have an immediate impact on this offense.
It’s a well-rounded unit, as well. Wide receiver Corey Davis and offseason acquisitions C.J. Uzomah and Tyler Conklin at tight end add some veteran presence. This could end up being too low a ranking if everything clicks.
