Are NY Jets making a mistake with center competition?

Joe Tippmann, Connor McGovern, New York Jets, Getty ImagesThe New York Jets’ center competition appears to be an unexpected two-man race

When the New York Jets did not draft an offensive tackle in the first round, the urgency to upgrade the offensive line became acute. Upon the selection of Joe Tippmann in the second round, fans’ blood pressure appeared to lower a bit. Even though the team didn’t get a tackle, the thought was that they improved one position along the line.

It was immediately apparent that Tippmann was going to face competition for the starting spot. After all, snapping for Aaron Rodgers is a complex role. It requires an advanced understanding of protections, cadence, and…