New York Jets: 7-Round 2018 mock draft

New York Jets: 7-Round 2018 mock draft after early free agency

ARLINGTON, TX - DECEMBER 29: Sam Darnold #14 of the USC Trojans looks to throw against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the first half of the 82nd Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic between USC and Ohio State at AT&T Stadium on December 29, 2017 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images) /

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Some would look at Armstrong’s dip in stats and say he’s not a fit for the edge in the NFL. He went from 10 sacks to two as well as 20 tackles for loss to 10 from the 2016 to 2017 season. However, it can easily be explained by team exploiting his weakness as a down lineman.

He’s best fit in a scheme where he’s a standup outside linebacker. In that role he can build up a head of steam and use his speed and quickness edge over offensive tackles. He’s not a bull rush guy, so he can’t win the power game at the line.

From the standup linebacker position, he has the ability to get low and make moves on tackles. Armstrong also has the athleticism to use spin to get into the backfield. He effort is always the same.

He has the strength to disengage on running plays. and the speed to go sideline to sideline. Armstrong will chase down runners to limit gains. They got the quarterback they needed in the first round, and now the Jets will get the guy they need to chase down opposing quarterbacks. Armstrong is the guy they need and will be for the foreseeable future. The sky’s the limit for this Jets defense.

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