NFL Draft Update and Prospects to Watch: Players That Cowboys, Giants, Jets, and Patriots Are Most Likely to Draft
The NFL Draft will be watched by millions, as it always is. Among the most popular teams at the NFL draft are the Dallas Cowboys, New York Giants, New York Jets, and the New England Patriots. In a draft loaded with a lot of talent these teams have a lot of options.
Dallas Cowboys
The Cowboys' defense was awful last year. They couldn't stop the pass or the run. Last season, the Cowboys ranked 32nd overall in defense, so they need lots of help on that side of the ball. The Cowboys will also be playing without DeMarcus Ware for the first time since 2004. The Cowboys might want to look at free safety. HaHa Clinton Dix out of Alabama at the No. 16 selection would be a great fit. If the Cowboys want to improve their corners there is Justin Gilbert and Darqueze Dennard, who are the class of corners in this draft. The Cowboys play in a very pass happy division, so improving the pass defense is a must.
New York Giants
Giants have a few issues and had a very busy offseason. The Giants' offensive line wasn't very good last season and didn't give Eli Manning much time to throw, so building up the line might be priority one. The Giants select at No. 12 and there is a good possibility that guard Zack Martin will still be on the board. After losing Justin Tuck to free agency, the Giants may want to draft defensive end Dee Ford in the first round. Ford is sleeper pick, with first round playing potential.
New England Patriots
Last season, Vince Wilfork was injured and that led to a terrible rush defense. The Patriots ranked 18th in pass defense, 30th in rush defense, and already added Darrelle Revis. With Wilfork's increasing age and health now a factor, improving the defensive line is a must. Defensive tackle, Aaron Donald most likely won't be there for the Patriots at No. 29, but Luis Nix may be. Timmy Jernigan was highly scouted, but with a recent failed drug test at the combine, the Patriots may have to pass. Of course, Jadaveon Clowney will not be available, but Dee Ford and Demarcus Lawrence might still be there.
New York Jets
It's time for the Jets to start helping their quarterback, whoever it is next season. The Jets defense is playoff caliber and head coach Rex Ryan is a defensive mastermind. Wide receiver and tight end is top priority. The Jets select at No. 18 and there's a pretty good chance that Eric Ebron will be there out of UNC. Unfortunately, this draft isn't very tight end friendly. Wide receiver on the other hand, has a lot more options. This draft is loaded with wide receivers that would most likely be starters on the Jets such as Sammy Watkins, Mike Evans, Brandin Cooks, and Odell Beckham Jr. Without a doubt, the Jets will have a good pick for a wide receiver in this year's draft.
Don't be surprised if Rex decides to take a cornerback with the No. 18 overall pick. Revis hasn't been there for a year and the Jets lost their other shutdown corner, Antonio Cromartie, after he refused to take a pay cut. Just like the Cowboys, they might have their eyes on Justin Gilbert and Darqueze Dennard.
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