Jets RT Wayne Hunter was charged with 8.5 sacks and 11 penalties in his first year as a starter. Hunter's woes were emblematic of the entire offensive line. The Jets' pass protection fell from one sack every 19.8 dropbacks to one every 14.7 in 2011. Jets runners averaged 3.8 YPC this season versus 4.4 in 2010. After averaging 148.4 yards per game on the ground in 2010, they only hit that mark twice in 2011.

Coach Rex Ryan confirmed that Wayne Hunter will start at right tackle. High-upside prospect Vladimir Ducasse will serve a backup role. We wouldn't be surprised to see both make starts this year and we could even see both on the field at the same time. Hunter has been known to line up at tight end in goal-line packages.

The Jets have reportedly agreed to terms with OT Wayne Hunter on a four-year contract. Coach Rex Ryan called Hunter the best backup tackle in the league late last season, so the Jets clearly value him as an insurance policy. Hunter figures to slot in as the swing tackle again this season.