ESPN sees the New York Jets keeping their focus on the dirty areas of the field early on in the upcoming 2025 NFL draft.
In a full-length mock draft the spans all 257 selections, the top three for the Jets include selections 7, 42 and 73. Of those three, the first pair sees New York dip into the pool of players that line up in the trenches.
At the top, a popular player mocked to the Jets in Armand Membou heads to New York. Despite selecting Olu Fashanu with their top selection at last year's draft, the Jets need another offensive tackle ahead of the 2025 draft. The prospect from Missouri is the selection.
In Round 2, another tackle is taken, this time on the defensive side of the ball. Ohio State's Tyleik Williams. The defensive tackle position has been one of the most overhauled spots on the Jets' roster this offseason, but Williams would provide a long-term solution next to Quinnen Williams.
Rounding out the first trio of Jets selections is safety Jaylen Reed from Penn State.
ESPN's Matt Miller breaks down all the picks, which can be found below?
Round 1, pick 7:
Armand Membou, OT, Missouri
After signing quarterback Justin Fields in free agency, the Jets need to give him protection following the departure of right tackle Morgan Moses. Membou has steadily risen throughout the process and is now the top offensive lineman in this class. He is an upper-tiered mover with excellent agility and power in his game. He's a little raw in pass protection but has the quickness and awareness to prevent pass rushers from consistently penetrating the backfield. Some teams might be concerned about his height (6-4), but his length and movement ability are good enough to project him as a high-end right tackle.
Round 2, pick 42:
Tyleik Williams, DT, Ohio State
After addressing the offense in Round 1, it's time to get the Jets a 1-technique who can line up next to Quinnen Williams. Tyleik Williams has mass (334 pounds) and starter-level tape in run defense. He dominates in a phone booth and throws blockers out of his way with violent hands and a strong punch. He's not known for his pass rush (2.5 sacks in 2024), but there is some upside in that area. Some teams might see Williams' quickness and short arms (32 inches) and slot him as a 3-technique, but his strength and leverage can win when lined up near the center.
Round 3, pick 73:
S Jaylen Reed, Penn State
The Jets added safety Andre Cisco, but new coach Aaron Glenn will want to build out the back end of the defense in his vision. Reed's speed and striking ability will make him a coach's favorite.
This article originally appeared on Jets Wire: 2025 NFL draft: ESPN full mock focuses on trenches early for the Jets
