Jets' Mock Draft: Edge Rusher, WR, CB, DT

0:00It's March 24th, from breaking news to Sunday match-ups. This is NFL News Today, powered by AI. The New York Jets head into the 2026 NFL Draft with solid draft capital to tackle lingering roster gaps despite heavy free agency, spending, ESPN's field gates released a fresh two-round mock-draft projecting the jets to grab immediate starters at Ed rusher, wide receiver, cornerback, and defensive tackle right out of the gate. Earlier this week, Yates slotted Texas Tech's David Bailey to the jets at number two overall. The explosive edge rusher posted 14 and a half-sacks last season and stands out as a top defender in this class, offering a perfect scheme match. For New York's defense, meanwhile, the picks address clear priorities like bolstering the past rush and supporting Garrett Wilson at receiver. Fans and analysts see these as value-steals that could transform a rebuilding unit still feeling the sting of recent departures.

1:00Dropping back, Yates has the jets taking USC-wide-out Mackay Lemon at number 16 Tennessee corner, Colton Hood at 33 for long. Secondary depth and Georgia tackle Christian Miller at 44 to clog the interior line. This hall would give the jets a major boost across four critical spots, positioning them for contention as the draft approaches.