New York Jets: 7-Round 2018 mock draft at end of March

When you look at the stat line of Dorance Armstrong Jr. from 2017, it doesn’t look great. He had just 9.5 tackles for loss and two sacks in 2017. However, that was just proof that he’s a pass rusher and not necessarily a run stopper, like the Jayhawks used him.

Armstrong will be a primary pass rusher, but that doesn’t mean he can’t be used on run downs as well. He’s just not a primary run stuffer. He has the athleticism and strength from the standing linebacker position to get around the edge, but he’s also quick and explosive enough to chase down running backs and limit gains from that position.

Armstrong uses his hands well and will shake loose of a fighting lineman’s grip. He also doesn’t lack motor and effort doesn’t change from play to play. He does have some holes in his game, but with a permanent move to 3-4 outside linebacker and good coaching, those will be fixed.

Armstrong has all the skills necessary to thrive in the Jets scheme as a pass rusher. If he can unlock his true potential, he will be a good NFL player. He could reach double-digit sacks regularly in the Jets 3-4 scheme.