Jets' 2026 Makeover: Pro Bowl Defense, QB Geno Smith

0:00On March 29th, the New York Jets are gearing up for a total makeover in 2026 with new offensive coordinator Frank Reich and defensive. Coordinator Brian Duker calling the shots. They jump the gun on roster changes by trading edge-rusher Dremain Johnson, the second for defensive lineman, Tevondre Sweat, well before free agency. Kicked off. Then they loaded up on defense, grabbing veterans like David Onyamada, Kingsley and Ingbera, Joseph Osai, safety Minka Fitzpatrick in a trade, and Mindbacker Demario Davis, plus cornerback Nishon Wright and safety Dane Belton. On offense, things stay quieter, but the blockbuster was trading for quarterback Geno Smith, the guy they drafted in the second round back in 20. 13. While shipping out Justin Fields to the Kansas City Chiefs, that leaves them with solid experience under center and room to build around him. Fans and analysts are buzzing about how these moves plug immediate holes, especially on a defense now stack with pro-ball talent and depth.

1:01It shifts the pressure off younger players and sets up a gritty, veteran-led unit that could compete right away in a tough conference. Looking ahead to the draft, the Jets hold four picks in the first two rounds, including number two overall and number 16. mock-drafts have them snagging top-line-backer Arbel Reese from Ohio State at two to anchor the front seven, then wide receiver McCoy Lemon from USC. At 16 to pair with Garrett Wilson and give Smith reliable targets. With all this firepower in place before April hits, the Jets are positioned to contend early, blending free agent smarts with fresh draft blood for A, real shot at turning heads next season. NFL News Today, powered by AI bringing you what matters on Game Day. I'm Corey with The Story.