Jets WR corps ranks bottom-5 in entire league
Jets WR corps ranks bottom-5 in entire league
The New York Jets didn't receive enough production out of their wide receivers last season. Up until Davante Adams was acquired in October, it was Garrett Wilson and friends. And ultimately, the Adams trade backfired miserably, with new general manager Darren Mougey making the decision to release him earlier this offseason.
Garrett Wilson continued to be his usual productive self. The former Ohio State standout recorded 101 receptions for 1,104 yards and seven touchdowns, leading the offense in every major receiving category. It represented career highs for Wilson in catches, yards, and scores.
Pro Football Focus recently ranked every wide receiver corps in the league. Unsurprisingly, they're low on the Jets' overall group. They placed them 28 of 32, making them a bottom-five unit.
"Garrett Wilson and Davante Adams were the only Jets receivers to record 64.0-plus PFF receiving grades last season, and Adams is no longer in the fold," Trevor Sikkema wrote. "Running back Breece Hall was great as a receiver in 2023 (88.9 PFF receiving grade with 591 receiving yards) but took a major step back in 2024. There isn't much else in the way of proven talent. The Jets don't seem like they will be a very pass-happy team this season."
Wilson's teammates have plenty to prove this season. The Jets especially need more out of sophomore third-round pick Malachi Corley. Allen Lazard is still hanging around (for now), and veteran pass-catcher Josh Reynolds was signed in free agency to add depth and experience.
We'll see if any of them prove capable of stepping up and supporting Wilson in the passing game.
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