Jets Eyeing Bryan Thomas Jr., Son of Legend

0:00Welcome to NFL News Today. Two minutes of updates that matter to NFL fans, hit subscribe and stay connected. The New York Jets are showing strong interest and defensive in Brian Thomas Jr. ahead of next month's NFL draft. The team sent Scouse to South Carolina's pro day to evaluate prospects, including this 6'2", 240 lb. standout. Reports say the Jets held a one-on-one meeting with him, putting him on their radar for potential pick. Thomas Jr. had a breakout year in 2025, racking up 7 sacks, 10 tackles for loss, 3 forced fumbles, and 41 total. Tackles as a three-year starter for the Gamecocks. He's drawing attention for multiple teams as they finalize their draft boards. For longtime Jets fans, the name rings a bell because of his dead, Brian Thomas Sr. The elder Thomas was a first-round pick 24 years ago and spent 11 seasons with the Jets from 2002 to 2012. He became one of the longest tenured players in team history, tied for 6th all-time alongside

1:04legends like Nick Mangold and Wayne Trebet. The lead topped out at 18.5 sacks in a season, he was a reliable presence on the defensive line. With the draft just weeks away, this family connection could add an intriguing storyline if the Jets pulled the trigger on Junior. Teams are wrapping up evaluations, so more meetings like this one might shape their big board soon. Before this episode comes from our sponsor, see the description. Headphones in a pillow, simple idea, surprisingly addictive, S-O-L-I-S-O-L-E-P-L-O-D-C-A-I.