The New York Jets went offense with their first two picks in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft.
On Friday, general manager Joe Douglas continued to stockpile assets to help their rookie quarterback.
The Jets selected receiver Elijah Moore with the No. 34 overall pick.
Projected by many as a potential first-rounder, the Jets landed value with the Ole Miss product. Standing 5-foot-9, Moore is an athletic speedster clocked at 4.35 in the 40-yard-dash.
Moore is a crisp route runner with strong hands and run-after-catch ability. A home-run hitter who isn't afraid to go over the middle despite his size, Moore is a moveable chess piece who can line up in the backfield or burn deep.
Douglas continues to overhaul the Gang Green offense, as he's used all five of his first- and second-round picks on offense.
Signing Corey Davis this offseason and using back-to-back second-rounders on Moore and Denzel Mims adds firepower. With Mims and Davis projecting on the outside, Moore adds playmaking potential from the slot.
Moore's selection could spell the eventual end of the road for veteran Jamison Crowder, who is due $10 million this season.
The Jets traded Sam Darnold in anticipation of selecting Zach Wilson No. 2 overall. After that splash, Douglas is now investing heavily to give his rookie signal-caller the best chance at success.
