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Heading into the 2013 draft, the biggest questions for the New York Jets aren't confined to the football field. The turnover in both the front office and coaching staff leads to questions about whose agenda holds sway as the Jets try to restore the winning ways that brought them to the brink of the Super Bowl in 2009 and 2010.

That speculation will continue no matter who the Jets pick. If the draft focuses on offense, pundits will call it a win for new coordinator Marty Mornhinweg. On the other hand, if defensive selections rule the day, those who view Rex Ryan as a glorified defensive coordinator will claim his agenda has gained control.

However, the breakdown of draft selections may reflect the composition of the draft pool itself more than the power struggles in the Jets' back rooms.

It's possible that, with the exception of wide receiver, viable defensive talent will remain after viable offensive talent is gone. It might make sense to address offensive needs in the early rounds.

General manager John Idzik's free-agent signings have taken a balanced approach, addressing both offensive and defensive needs. However, continuing that approach in the draft requires that appropriate talent be available through all seven rounds. If it is not, common sense demands that Idzik respond accordingly.

The Jets have lost or may lose the following starters because of cuts or free agency: