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NFL analyst urges New York Jets to pull off blockbuster draft trade

Originally posted on NFL Analysis Network
By Jake Rogers | Last updated 4/25/24

The New York Jets are gearing up for a hopeful run back to the NFL playoffs..

While Aaron Rodgers remains a formidable force, the reality of his advancing age and recent injury looms over the team’s Super Bowl aspirations, potentially shuttering their championship window as swiftly as it opened.

General Manager Joe Douglas recognizes this urgency, evident in his aggressive offseason pursuit of Tyron Smith and Mike Williams to bolster Rodgers’ support.

Former NFL player Willie Colon, speaking on The Carton Show, advocates for the Jets to maintain this aggressive stance as they approach the NFL Draft on Thursday night.

Colon proposes a bold move: trading up with the Arizona Cardinals to secure WR Marvin Harrison Jr. at the No. 4 spot. Such a maneuver would likely demand relinquishing the No. 10 pick and additional assets.

What should the Jets do during the #NFLDraft tonight? @willcolon66 answers:

"I want the New York Jets to trade up and go get yourself Marvin Harrison Jr." pic.twitter.com/kHGhGxauZY
— The Carton Show (@TheCartonShow) April 25, 2024

Harrison Jr., hailing from Ohio State, exhibits the hallmarks of a once-in-a-generation wide receiver talent, potentially justifying the steep price tag.

Moreover, the New York Jets could still secure a top-tier offensive weapon at the No. 10 slot, with many analysts predicting their selection of Georgia TE Brock Bowers.

The prospect of landing a coveted talent like Harrison Jr. would undoubtedly excite fans, offering a plug-and-play addition poised to make an immediate impact.

However, such audacious moves come with inherent risks. A misstep could jeopardize a general manager’s tenure, and Douglas already finds himself treading on precarious ground.

This article first appeared on NFL Analysis Network and was syndicated with permission.

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