Jets Prioritize Receivers, Avoid Early QB Grab

0:00On April 9th, the New York Jets are eyeing their quarterback feature in the 2026 NFL draft, but they're not rushing into a top pick for. One, they're set to hold three selections inside the top 33, taking the best players available without forcing a QB early. Word is, they're high on boosting their wide receivers first. Experts like ESPN's Jordan Reed say, don't expect a first round quarterback from the Jets. Instead, they're targeting guys like Indiana's Omar Cooper Jr. as a perfect number two receiver next to Garrett Wilson. The Raiders are projected to snag Indiana's Fernando Mendoza at number one overall, so he's off the board anyway. Fans and analysts are buzzing about whether Alabama's Ty Simpson could fit at pick 16 or 33. But the bigger talk is how this sets up a patient rebuild, prioritizing immediate weapons over a risky early QB grab in a week class. ESPN Jets reporter Rich Semini points to Penn State's Drew Allor as a fourth round target.

1:01The 6-foot-5, 228-pounder just worked out privately at their facility. He had first round hype before Penn State's rough season and his injury derailed things. This approach lets the Jets stack talent around whoever starts, buying time while they scout developmental arms like a LAR. Smart play in a draft full of question marks. From around the league, powered by AI, this is NFL News Today.