The Jets return an offensive line that was among the NFL's best last season and should only improve this season. The biggest move on the line was the release of Alan Faneca. Faneca was the weak member of the line last year and this year he will be replaced by either second round pick Vladamir Ducasse or second year player Matt Slauson. A few days into training camp it looks like Matt Slauson has a slight edge but this will remain a hot topic until the season starts.
Overall, there isn't a huge need to go over the individual positions on the line. Nick Mangold and D'Brickashaw Ferguson are the anchors of the line and are among the best at their respective positions. Ferguson just got a contract that will keep him here for many years to come and I'm sure Mangold's contract will come soon.
Brandon Moore is one of the most underrated lineman in the league and is a definite run blocking presence. Damian Woody joins Moore on the right side of the line and should be a solid contributer to that side of the line.
A few interesting things to note about the offensive line. The Jets had the same 5 starters for every game last year and we hope this can continue. Mangold is having contract troubles (big surprise) and is hoping to get a new contract. We will see how this plays out.
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