2020 NFL Draft: 6 receivers the Jets could target in later rounds

Jets Wire takes a look at six late-round wide receiver prospects the Jets should target in the 2020 NFL draft.

This year’s wide receiver draft class is nothing short of loaded.

Alabama’s Jerry Jeudy and Alabama’s Henry Ruggs III and Oklahoma’s CeeDeeLamb steal most of the headlines, but the depth of the class is what sets it apart. Given how deep the pool of talent runs, it is not unrealistic to expect to find a starting-caliber receiver on day two or even day three of the draft.

It remains to be seen if the Jets will go with an offensive lineman or wide receiver with the 11th pick. Either way, it’s safe to assume Douglas will look to add additional talent at receiver later in the draft regardless of what he does in the first round.

So, who are some late-round prospects the Jets should be interested in? Let’s take a look.

Laviska Shenault Jr., Colorado

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In 2018, Shenault was one of the best receivers in college football, catching 86 passes for over 1,000 yards and six touchdowns. His numbers took a hit last season due to Colorado’s quarterback struggles and injuries, which caused his draft stock to take a major hit.

Shenault’s medicals will dictate where he gets drafted. His injury history and the fact that he just underwent core surgery after the combine is not encouraging. Shenault’s combine interviews were also reportedly underwhelming.

When he’s healthy, Shenault is an elite receiver with the size and ball skills to make plays downfield. If he slips late into day two as some are now projecting, it would be worth the Jets’ while to take a chance on him.