A hot take on how the New York Jets should form their roster with Week 1 around the corner.

The New York Jets are filled to the brim with NFL-ready talent, including both veterans with experience and intriguing young talent. 

Second-year head coach Todd Bowles has a competitive core of starters at his disposal, which should keep the Jets in contention for 2016.

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But what will be interesting to see shake out are the fates of players on the “bubble.” These depth pieces – many of whom don’t suit up for games and ten of whom are signed to the practice squad – can, however, be the difference between winning and losing a game. And, as the Jets saw last season, one game could ruin a potential playoff berth.

To disclaim, this is by no means a roster projection, but rather my take on how the Jets roster should look come week one. With my opinion entirely devoid of influence, I made some bold decisions – or should I call them, “Decisions that I would make if I had the power to make them.”

 Next: QB Situation 

Quarterback (3)

The Jets should cut Geno Smith.

Well, that escalated quickly.

The Jets’ group of QBs is by far the most interesting roster shakeout to watch, as the team has four bona fide players (one veteran, two recent draftees, and an odd man out in Smith) from which to choose.  

With Smith’s roster spot potentially clearing the way for rising talent like rookies Charone Peake or Robby Anderson in a crowded receiver group, the Jets would be foolish to carry a bungling four quarterbacks.

 Next: Running back 

Running Back (4)

This one is a no-brainer. The only potential challenger for a half back job was Bernard Pierce, though his long shot campaign was ended when the Jets released him on Aug. 20.

 Next: Wide Receivers 

Wide Receivers (7)

At receiver, the Jets are loaded with talent from top to bottom. Beside its dominant duo in Marshall and Decker, young depth options round out this group comfortably.

Eventually, one of the rookies will likely be a roster casualty once Devin Smith is activated from the PUP (though Marshall’s return ability adds to his value). I’d rather postpone the decision until more is seen from the trio of rookies.

The only notable cut is experienced return man Jeremy Ross, who just didn’t showcase the necessitated receiving skills. 

 Next: Tight End 

Tight End (3)

One could confidently call this the weakest positional group on the Jets.

Sudfeld has earned himself the opportunity over Amaro (hence the third-string listing for Jace), but the former second-round pick should get a roster spot based purely on his draft promise and potential.

Chan Gailey’s offense will most likely involve limited tight end routes; Enunwa will be largely utilized as something of a wideout-tight end fusion.

Brandon Bostick and Wes Saxton do not make the team.

 Next: O-Line 

Offensive Line (9)

The lack of talent and experience behind Ryan Clady is genuinely alarming – especially with Clady’s injury history in mind – which gives Breno Giacomini a compelling case to make the team.

But with Giacomini’s lingering back problems and checkered play as a Jet, team brass would be best advised to release him unless the veteran is willing to take a major pay cut and backup role.

Notably, two rookies get nods in undrafted Temple center Kyle Friend and fifth-round pick Brandon Shell.

In addition to Giacomini, Wesley Johnson and Jarvis Harrison (last year’s fifth round pick) do not get nods. I chose the extra receiver (Anderson) over a fourth guard; Harrison will instead be shelved on the practice squad.

 Next: D-Line 

Defensive Line (5)

The Jets don’t have any notable cuts to make on the D-line. I don’t see any regression on the defensive front on the horizon, despite Damon Harrison’s departure.

Note: Sheldon Richardson will return to the Jets following his  one game suspension. The Jets will have to make a cut from within the front seven to clear room (which will likely be Simon, Trevor Reilly, or Mike Catapano – or perhaps that extra wideout).

 Next: Linebackers 

Linebackers (9)

This unit looks a bit underwhelming on the surface (beyond Harris, experience and a good NFL track record cannot be found together for any of the other eight players listed). But I think it’s an under-the-radar group with speed and a positive mixture of veteran leadership and youth.

Deion Barnes gets the ax if I’m Bowles, though competition between him, Bishop, Reilly, and Catapano should be fun to watch.

 Next: Cornerbacks 

Cornerback (6)

I’m surprising myself by keeping McDougle around, but the Jets need some defensive back depth. Skrine is more of a nickel guy than anything, which could expose Williams’ and Milliner’s relative inexperience. Plus, when you consider Milliner’s injury history, it makes sense to overcrowd at cornerback.

 Next: Safety 

Safety (4)

Ronald Martin and Doug Middleton have some deserving talent, but will instead be cast to the practice squad. The Jets are well-set at safety.

 Next: Special Teams 

Specialist (3)

Indications point to Edwards winning the punting job over fellow Australian Tom Hackett. Otherwise, the group is stable.

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