2021 NFL Mock Draft: New York Jets pass on a quarterback
By Brad Weiss
35. . Edge. Tennessee Titans. Carlos Basham Jr.. 25. player
The Tennessee Titans still have work to do in Week 17 to clinch their playoff spot, but after starting the season out at 10-5, they will likely get there. On defense, the Titans could use this late-round pick on an edge rusher, and Carlos Basham Jr. would be a solid get to add to a good, young defense.
26. player. 48. . Defensive Tackle. Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Christian Barmore
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are going to the playoffs, and that is sweet news for quarterback Tom Brady, whose former team, New England, will not be. The Bucs are likely going to be one of the last teams standing in the NFC this season, and with Christian Barmore, they improve an aging defensive line.
30. . Running Back. New York Jets. Travis Etienne. 27. player
The New York Jets need fresh legs at running back after leaning on the ageless Frank Gore all season long. The Jets add to their first-round haul with Travis Etienne, a do-everything running back out of Clemson who gives quarterback Sam Darnold a solid security blanket out of the backfield.
Offensive Tackle. Pittsburgh Steelers. Liam Eichenberg. 28. player. 55.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are giving some of their starters a day off this weekend, including star quarterback Ben Roethlisberger. With their 2021 NFL Draft pick, they bring in someone to protect their aging signal-caller, adding All-American offensive tackle Liam Eichenberg from Notre Dame.