Jets & Cardinals in QB Showdown

0:00It's April 20th. I'm Cory with the story, this is NFL News Today, driven by AI and built for football fans. The New York Jets are sitting pretty, with the best draft capital heading into the 2026 NFL draft, owning the number 2 overall pick plus, the 16th, 33rd, and 44th selections. They're eyeing an elite edged rusher like Arville Reese or David Bailey at number 2, and maybe a wide receiver with that second first-rounder ad. 16. But quarterback is definitely on their radar too, especially around the top of round 2 with their 33rd pick. Reports say they're hot on Alabama's Thai Simpson, who threw for over 3,500 yards last season and ranks as the number 2 QB, prospect behind Fernando Mendoza. Now the Arizona Cardinals are crashing the party, holding the 34th pick right behind the Jets and showing serious interest in Simpson too. That sets up a direct showdown, since Simpson isn't projected to go until late round 1 or early round 2.

1:01Cardinals might get aggressive with a trade-up, or even swap spots in a bigger deal involving the Kansas City Chiefs, who rumor has it could jump from. 9. All the way to Arizona's number 3, for a top-edged guy. Jets hold the edge for now, but expect some wild maneuvering. This Jets Cardinals' QB chase could spark all kinds of draft night drama, reshaving the top of round 2 before we even hit the midway mark.