Which 4 Jets could be surprise starters in 2020?

Jets Wire takes a look at four players who could open enough eyes in training camp to earn starting spots in 2020.

The Jets spent all offseason upgrading their roster on both sides of the ball, but there are still plenty of question marks surrounding the team entering 2020 — especially when it comes to the starting lineup.

Plenty of starting spots will be up for grabs when New York arrives at training camp on Tuesday. It goes without saying that there will be plenty of competition for these spots. Sometimes, the players who are least expected to earn starting roles are the ones that come out on top in position battles.

So, which four players could be surprise starters for the Jets in 2020? Let’s take a look.

Patrick Onwuasor

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There is a reason Joe Douglas plucked Patrick Onwuasor off the open market during the second wave of free agency.

Avery Williamson could become a salary-cap casualty, which would open up a starting inside linebacker position opposite C.J. Mosley. If Williamson is ultimately shown the door, Onwuasor is the perfect fit to replace him.

Onwuasor is no stranger to playing next to Mosley as they were teammates with the Ravens. He also thrived in Baltimore’s 3-4 defense, which means there is no reason why he cannot do the same for the Jets in Gregg Williams’ scheme.

Projecting Jets’ 2020 starting lineup after the first wave of free agency

Jets Wire takes a crack at predicting Gang Green’s Week 1 starting lineup following the first wave of free agency.

With the first wave of free agency in the books, it’s time to take a look at who the Jets will trot out on the field come Week 1 of the 2020 NFL season.

Joe Douglas was a busy man throughout the first week of free agency, taking care of in-house free agents such as Brian Poole and Jordan Jenkins, revamping the offensive line, upgrading at cornerback and adding a speedy wide receiver to replace Robby Anderson.

There is still plenty of work to be done with lots of talented players still available on the open market and the 2020 NFL draft looming. That doesn’t mean it’s too early to take a crack at predicting New York’s starting lineup, though. Let’s take a look at who could be starting for Gang Green on opening day.

Quarterback

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Starter: Sam Darnold

This one is a no-brainer. Darnold is entering his third season with the Jets and is New York’s franchise quarterback.

Year three is a big one for Darnold after a sophomore season that was marred by a bout with mononucleosis and inconsistent play. If Darnold takes the next step in his progression, the Jets will be heading in the right direction in 2020.