Did Jets' Alijah Vera-Tucker, John Simpson earn praise from NFL execs, coaches via ESPN?
ESPN is currently dropping their position rankings daily. More than 70 NFL executives, coaches, and scouts were polled to put together composite rankings. The interior offensive line version recently dropped. None of the Jets' three starters made the top 10, but both Vera-Tucker and Simpson received votes.
Vera-Tucker played 916 snaps at right guard last season. The former USC standout was outstanding, having only allowed four sacks and 16 QB pressures all year long en route to a 76.3 pass-blocking grade, according to Pro Football Focus. Vera-Tucker was also a difference maker as a run blocker, scoring a 76.3 in that department.
Simpson played even more snaps (951) than Vera-Tucker did. Simpson allowed just three sacks and 20 pressures, helping ensure Aaron Rodgers had a steady pocket to operate from. He also scored a 72.3 as a run blocker.
The Jets are fortunate to have Vera-Tucker and Simpson at guard. New offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand is inheriting a solid interior duo. He'll attempt to build a run-first offense with the dual-threat Justin Fields at quarterback and a solid offensive line.
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