The NY Jets went into the 2020 NFL Draft hoping to land one of the top offensive tackles in the class. And with a choice between two of the best, the Jets ultimately went for upside with the selection of Louisville’s Mekhi Becton.
As the draft unfolded, it became clear that the board was falling in a very favorable way for Gang Green. So much so that by the time the Jets were on the clock at pick No. 11, they had their choice between Becton and Iowa’s Tristan Wirfs.
Instead of opting for the polished but physically questionable Wirfs (some were concerned about his length), the Jets went with the high-upside Becton who will have nobody concerned about his physical stature.