New York Jets mock draft after a Round 1 trade-down looks enticing

A New York Jets mock draft in a Round 1 trade-down scenario looks incredibly enticing when it's all said and done. Why so mad? Could it be Jerry Jeudy was passed on by your New York Jets? Could it be Tristan Wirfs was unexpectedly available at No. 11 and Joe Douglas did not pull the trigger? Ah yes, the joys of mock draft season. Fans fall in love with the names projected to be drafted near their favorite team's first-round slot. Attempting to explain the importance of "situation" as opposed to talent alone is as fruitless an exercise that exists in today's league. Therefore, the mere mention of a trade-down scenario will have the majority of the fanbase go absolutely nuts. It's strange, though; how is this possible when many successful rebuilds were kickstarted by the accumulation of assets? Think Dallas Cowboys, Herschel Walker. At the time, those Boys were crucified for trading the athletic freak to the Minnesota Vikings for a gigantic draft package. NFL insiders actually (publicly) questioned the organization's desire to win football games. By the time it was all over, Jimmy Johnson's Cowboys had won back-to-back Super Bowls on their way to a third with Barry Switzer. While, of course, the Jets won't receive the grand larceny of a haul Dallas did, there are still incredible options that remain possible. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, rumblings out of Atlanta suggest the Falcons may be looking to trade up in the first round. Benjamin Albright came over the top with the report that Javon Kinlaw is the Falcons target and they are targeting the 10 or 11-slot. https://twitter.com/AllbrightNFL/status/1250477060344045570 This puts the Jets in a great spot. Trading back just five picks to a potentially desperate organization is the exact formula Douglas needs to acquire extra assets. Trade Option No. 1 Jets acquire No. 16 pick (1,000 points), No. 78 pick (200 points) and No. 119 pick (56 points) Falcons acquire No. 11 pick (1,250 points) Mock Draft 1 Round 1 (16): Andrew Thomas (OT-GA) Round 2 (48): Jalen Reagor (WR-TCU) Round 3 (68): Matt Hennessy (IOL-TEM) Round 3 (78): Bradlee Anae (EDGE-UTAH) Round 3 (79): Damon Arnette (CB-OSU) Round 4 (119): Tyler Johnson (WR-MIN) Round 4 (120): Darrynton Evans (RB-APPST) Round 5 (158): Kenny Willekes (EDGE-MSU) Round 6 (191): Josiah Scott (CB-MSU) Round 6 (211): Jon Runyan (IOL-MICH) The key to the trade would be this: How many of those four big tackles were selected prior to the draft getting to No. 11? If it's just one, trading back to 16 is a no-brainer. If it's two, Douglas has a serious decision on his hands if something is on the table. At the same time, what if Douglas views the No. 5 tackle favorably? If he's in love with Austin Jackson, Ezra Cleveland, Isaiah Wilson or Josh Jones, he could target another team for a trade-down such as the Philadelphia Eagles, his old stomping grounds, who hold the No. 21 post. It will most likely come down to the New York Giants pick at No. 4. Does Dave Gettleman make the smart move (tackle), or does he, yet again, throw another massive curveball and take Isaiah Simmons? The Giants, Arizona Cardinals and Cleveland Browns will determine the Jets fate here. The rest of the draft is pretty straightforward, as the goal is to acquire quality bodies at positions of need. Jalen Reagor at the 48 spot would be a blessing. The kid has it all, including yards-after-catch ability and incredibly fluid hips. Matt Hennessy with the first third-round pick would fill an immediate need and force that interior offensive line to really get after it by way of competition this August---something every offensive line starting from scratch requires. Sprinkle in two solid edges, a possible Day 1 guy in Bradlee Anae and Kenny Willekes, who fits the bill as a culture-kind-of-guy, a solid possible Day 1 cornerback (Damon Arnette), an excellent value at the running back position in Darrynton Evans, another intriguing wideout option in Minnesota's Tyler Johnson, a cornerback project in Isaiah Scott and NFL royalty in Jon Runyan Jr., and Douglas's first draft slate of 10 would immediately help kickstart this program. Trade Option No. 2 Jets acquire No. 16 pick (1,000 points) and No. 47 pick (430 points) Falcons acquire No. 11 pick (1,250 points) Although the first option is much more realistic, never count out the stench of desperation. If Atlanta becomes antsy for its guy (Kinlaw), the Jets could fetch the organization's second-round selection instead. Either way, a five-slot drop would be a blessing for this New York Jets franchise. Of course, it all depends on the big board, and how Joe Douglas and his people feel about that fifth offensive tackle or second or third wide receiver (should they go that route in Round 1).