Reese Surges for Jets' 2nd Pick, Stealing Draft Spotlight

0:00On April 23rd, Arvel Reese is surging late for the second overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft, stealing the spotlight from David Bailey. As the top-edge rusher debate heats up, the New York Jets, sitting at number 2, have flipped the script with their pre-draft moves. While the first pick looks set in stone, that second slot has turned into a real toss-up in these final days, all driven by shifting team evaluations. Vegan sighters are buzzing about how these top teams are reading the tea leaves, with Reese and Bailey both seen as elite pass rusher's who could, anchor any defense right away. The big tail came from the Jets cancelling a visit with Bailey, while rolling out the red carpet for Reese, sending clear signals across the league. Momentum's building for Reese to land in New York, reshaping the drafts opening round as we count down to selection night. This has been NFL News Today, powered by AI. I'm Corey, with the story.