With the 26th overall pick of the 2022 NFL Draft, the New York Jets selected Florida State DE Jermaine Johnson II. What will Johnson’s rookie contract look like, and where does he project into the Jets’ current depth chart?
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Jermaine Johnson II drafted 26th overall by the New York Jets
Johnson was voted as the ACC Defensive Player of the Year in 2021 after leading the conference in sacks (12) and tackles for loss (18). He was also a first-team All-ACC and second-team All-American selection, as well as a Ted Hendricks Award finalist. Johnson is the fourth Florida State defensive lineman selected in the first round since 1967.
Johnson’s projected rookie contract
Because Johnson was the 26th overall selection in the 2022 NFL Draft, this is what his projected rookie contract should look like. Contract numbers are from Over the Cap.
- Total Value: $14.7 million
- Signing Bonus: $7.9 million
- 2022 Base Salary: $705,000
- 2022 Cap Number: $2.7 million
Johnson’s strengths and areas to improve
Here is a snapshot of what the Jets will be getting with the selection of Johnson. For further information, check out Johnson’s full scouting report.
Strengths
- Possesses a tidy arsenal of pass-rush moves
- Has an impressive first step, explosiveness at the line, and remarkable lateral agility
- Stellar strength at the point of attack, one of the best EDGE players against the run in the class
Areas for improvement
- Can sometimes be overwhelmed by bigger OTs
- Can be a little stiff as he attempts to work come around the edge
- Relies on his physicality to disengage from blockers rather than technique
How does Johnson project in the Jets’ depth chart?
The Jets made two big additions to their defense on both ends. Johnson was a fantastic value at the back of the first round and should join the rotation at pass rush. Johnson in combination with John Franklin-Myers, Carl Lawson, and others on the depth chart should make for an intriguing group. The Jets certainly have looked to answer the offensive firepower the Bills and Dolphins have amassed.
When do the Jets pick next in the 2022 NFL Draft?
As of the time they drafted Johnson, the Jets have these remaining picks in the 2022 NFL Draft.
- Round 2 (Pick 38 from Panthers)
- Round 4 (Pick 101 from Titans)
- Round 4 (Pick 111 from Panthers)
- Round 4 (Pick 117 from Vikings)
- Round 5 (Pick 146)
*Compensatory pick
For the full results and upcoming draft order, check out our pick-by-pick tracker for the 2022 NFL Draft.
