As the Jets journey towards the draft in April, we here at TJB will be taking a look into prospects that could be on the Jets draft board. Today we will be taking a look at: LSU product, Chad Jones

Projected Round: Second  

Measurables: Stands at 6′2. Weighs in at 230 lbs.

Positives: Jones’ hips are quick in coverage and he can position his body so well that he can often get a jump on the reciever (though his INT totals don’t really show it). He can maintain good balance and is good going through traffic. He doesn’t trip over his own feet deep in coverage which is always a plus. He can make quick, smart decisions and make the opponent react to him. He can play good pass coverage — his speed helps him keep order deep. He can go after the runner like a LB and has the proper technique — a great supporter against the run. Jones is a very sound tackler that can deliever the big hits. He can also help on STS as well.

Negatives: If he is deep with a speedy receiver, his lack of catch up speed will be exposed. Jones needs to time his leaps better and deflect the ball rather than attack it. His hips are not very fluid when turning.

The Bottom Line: Jones proves to be another solid safety that would certainly be a blip on the Jets radar come April if the position is not addressed through free agency. I’m sure Tannenbaum would like to go after the other few guys in front of him but Jones is the real deal and with some work will most likely thrive as a Jet.

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