Jets Trade Up, Land Ponds & Cooper

0:00It's April 25th, I'm Corey with The Story, and this is NFL News Today, your AI-powered football briefing. The New York Jets had their sights locked on Texas Tech Linebacker Jacob Rodriguez at pick number 44 in the second round, but Miami jumped in at 43 and snatched him up first. No sweat though, the Jets flipped the script, trading back to 50 with the Detroit Lions and snagging an extra fourth round pick in the deal. That move landed them Indiana cornerback, DeAngelo Ponds, right away. Ponds balled out on a Hoosier's defense that went 16 to no to claim the national title, last season, folks raving about his instincts and fire, called him aggressive and scrappy. Perfect for slot or outside duties. NFL.com even broke it down as a can't miss due to all his upside, like a pint-sized playmaker with elite feel. And here's the kicker. Ponds joins his Indiana teammate, wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr., who the Jets grab Thursday

1:00night by trading up. First Hoosiers on the roster since 1974, back to back in under 24 hours. Missed the linebacker target, but they pivoted smooth for corner help and draft ammo. Time will spit the real verdict once pads crack.