Jets Scout Top Defensive Talents for Draft

0:00On March 29th, the New York Jets scouting crew is grinding through pro days for the 2026 NFL draft. They hit Miami earlier this week, Notre Dame on Tuesday and Ohio State on Wednesday. In Columbus, they zeroed in on Buckeye standouts, especially ones who could fit at second overall pick. These visits let the Jets measure athleticism up close and match prospects to their defensive needs. Arville re-stands out as their top hybrid linebacker edge rusher with the flexibility to anchor the front. They're testing if he can go full-time as a pass rusher in their scheme. Fans and scouts buzz about elite athletes like Sunny Styles, who posted a 43.5-inch vertical and 11-foot-two broadjump at the wrappers. Combine, Caleb Downs gets hype as the draft's best overall player, filling a playmaker void in the Jets secondary. Meanwhile, Cady McDonald brings run-stuffing power at defensive tackle, plus pass rush upside, even after their trade for Tevondry Sweat. Davison Igbenoson adds cornerback fire, the energy and boundary coverage the Jets craved last year.

1:06As the caravan rolls on, these evaluations could shape that high draft capital into defensive stars that flip the Jets script for years. I'm Corey with the story and you've been listening to NFL News Today, AI-powered football coverage.