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Friday, April 24, 2026
Jets TE Kenyon Sadiq: 'I Play Fast and I Play Hard'

No. 16 Draft Pick Gives G&W a Versatile Weapon on Offense

Kenyon Sadiq thought he was being prank called when Jets drafted him in emotional moment

Kenyon Sadiq couldn’t believe what he was hearing when Darren Mougey was on the other line to select him No. 16 overall in the NFL Draft Thursday. The tight end had a monotone voice while fielding...

Jets earn better grade than Dolphins and Patriots for first-round trade-up

The Jets made the best late-first trade-up among 3 AFC East teams.

Jets’ massive stategy shift clear at NFL draft as biggest decision looms in future

The Jets ended up taking three players in the first round Thursday night as general manager Darren Mougey and coach Aaron Glenn reshape their roster. 

Kenyon Sadiq can't contain his emotions after becoming Jets latest draft pick

New York Jets tight end Kenyon Sadiq, selected with the 16th pick in the draft, couldn't hold in his excitement about joining his new team.

6 players Jets should consider on Day 2 of 2026 NFL Draft

Here are the Jets' main remaining needs and potential selections at each spot on day two of the 2026 NFL Draft...

How Jets tight end Kenyon Sadiq nearly didn't believe his draft-night call

The prank call shadow reached the 2026 draft.

Kenyon Sadiq’s girlfriend celebrates Jets selecting tight end with emotional NFL draft photo

Former Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq celebrated with his family and girlfriend, Addison Osta, as the Jets selected him with the No. 16 pick in the 2026 NFL draft Thursday.

Garrett Wilson is just as excited as Jets fans for their first-round haul

New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson was pumped up after the team added three high-end players in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Social Media Reacts to the Jets Making Three Picks in the First Round of the 2026 NFL Draft

See Some of the Response to the Green & White selecting David Bailey, Omar Cooper Jr. and Kenyon Sadiq

How David Bailey picked the wrong New York rival to call out on night one

Bailey's Giants callout backfires immediately.

Jets' latest pick relieves the residual burn of Sauce Gardner trade

The New York Jets settled one of the two first-round picks they received from the Indianapolis Colts in the Sauce Gardner trade, and it may help fill the void.

Jets' NFL Draft grades for 3 first-round picks
Top 5 players Jets can pick on Day 2 of NFL Draft after first-round haul

These are the top five players the New York Jets can target with the 44th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft after landing three players in the first round.

Jets’ intentions are clear with their Day 1 draft haul

Once the Jets chose Texas Tech LB David Bailey with the No. 2 overall pick in Thursday night’s first round of the NFL draft, the tell became obvious.

Jets Draft Highlights | Watch the 2026 Draft Class In Action

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Jets’ 2026 NFL Draft mission is clear: Build the roster for next franchise quarterback

The Jets want to have an environment cultivated for their next franchise QB's development. That, after Thursday's first night of the 2026 NFL Draft, they’re well on their way to creating.

Why Jets selected David Bailey, Kenyon Sadiq and Omar Cooper Jr. in first round of 2026 NFL Draft

Jets GM Darren Mougey and head coach Aaron Glenn spoke about their process of making three first-round picks in the 2026 NFL Draft and why they chose the players they did.

Thursday, April 23, 2026
Jets 2026 draft vs. 2022: Comparing New York's three first-round picks to Sauce Gardner, Garrett Wilson haul

The Jets made three first-round picks on Thursday, drawing comparisons to their memorable 2022 class.

Bills fans may be sick after Jets steal Omar Cooper Jr. right out from under them

The New York Jets may have stolen Indiana wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. right out from under the Buffalo Bills in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Grading the Jets' pick of Omar Cooper Jr. in the 2026 NFL Draft

The Jets selected Indiana wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft — here's how we grade the pick.

Jets Show the Love in Round 1 Making 3 Selections

Bailey the Better Fit; Sadiq a No-Brainer and Cooper Was Their Guy

Jets officially make Omar Cooper Jr. prophecy come true on draft night (with a twist)

It's better late than never to see the New York Jets land Indiana wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Jets Select Texas Tech Edge David Bailey with 2nd Overall Pick in 2026 NFL Draft

Joins Green & White's Edge-Rushing Group as the Highest Defensive Draft Choice in Franchise History

Jets Select Indiana WR Omar Cooper Jr. with 30th Overall Pick in 2026 NFL Draft
Jets Top Pick David Bailey: 'It's Pure Joy'

No. 2 Pick in NFL Draft Says: ‘I’m a Versatile Player’

Jets trade back into first round to take Omar Cooper Jr. in 2026 NFL Draft

The Jets made a third first-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft Thursday night after trading up with the 49ers.

Jets select WR Omar Cooper Jr. with No. 30 pick in 2026 NFL Draft

The Jets traded back into the first-round to select Indiana wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. with the No. 30 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Jets Collect No. 30 From 49ers, Draft WR Omar Cooper Jr.

Another pass catcher will follow Kenyon Sadiq to the Jets. The team traded up (via the 49ers) to add Indiana wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. The Jets are trading Nos. 33 and 179 to the 49ers, who...

Why 49ers traded out of 1st round entirely as Jets move up for 2-pick return
Jets Trade Up to Pick 30 in the 2026 NFL Draft

Green & White Swap 33rd and 179th Picks for 49ers Selection

Sharp betting money swung and missed on the 2026 NFL Draft

Sharp betting money was dead wrong on the NFL Draft.

Jets first-round pick Kenyon Sadiq ready to bring 'versatility, speed, and toughness' to New York

Kenyon Sadiq, drafted by the Jets with the No. 16 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, is ready to bring his versatility to New York.

Jets' Mason Taylor might be in trouble after Kenyon Sadiq draft pick

The Jets tight end room is very crowded all of the sudden.

Jets may have just taken the most unique TE prospect in Kenyon Sadiq

NFL draft expert Marcus Mosher reveals to New York Jets fans what exactly they're getting in No. 16 overall pick Kenyon Sadiq, a crazy athlete out of Oregon.

Grading the Jets' pick of Kenyon Sadiq in the 2026 NFL Draft

The Jets selected Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft — here's how we grade the pick.

Jets somehow botched a golden opportunity with puzzling Kenyon Sadiq pick

The New York Jets had their perfect draft pick in sight, but then they opted to go a different direction and leaving fans a bit confused.

Kenyon Sadiq 2026 NFL Draft Profile: Everything you need to know about Jets' No. 16 pick

Let’s take a look at the Jets' 2026 first-round pick, Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq.

Jets' Kenyon Sadiq is from an unlikely NFL tight end origin that Bears' Colston Loveland shares: Idaho

The odds of this simply don't seem very high.

Why Jets drafted TE Kenyon Sadiq over WR Makai Lemon at No. 16 overall

This is an odd selection for the Jets at No. 16 overall.

Jets Select TE Kenyon Sadiq At No. 16

The top tight end prospect in this year’s draft is heading to New York. Kenyon Sadiq will join the Jets via the No. 16 overall pick. More to come.

Jets select Oregon TE Kenyon Sadiq with No. 16 pick in 2026 NFL Draft

The Jets selected Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq with the No. 16 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Jets take tight end Kenyon Sadiq at No. 16 in 2026 NFL Draft

The Jets used their second first-round pick on a player they hope can boost their woeful offense.

Jets pick Bailey over Reese with No. 2 draft pick

The Jets opted for production over potential, selecting Texas Tech edge rusher David Bailey with the second pick Thursday night in the NFL draft.

Jets next pick after David Bailey selection couldn't be more obvious

After selecting David Bailey with the No. 2 overall pick, the New York Jets' next selection couldn't be more obvious, and that's targeting a wide receiver.

2026 Jets Draft Picks

Everything You Need to Know About the 2026 Draft Class

1 insane stat shows how David Bailey could rescue Jets defense fast

David Bailey could instantly turn the New York Jets' defense around due to his amazing ability to pressure the quarterback.

Jets fans instantly given a reason to love David Bailey: 'tornado of a pass rusher'

The New York Jets selected David Bailey with the second-overall pick, and a draft experts explains why fans will love the young defender.

Why the Jets made the wrong choice picking David Bailey over Arvell Reese

The New York Jets selected David Bailey with the No. 2 overall pick on Thursday night, and they may have made a mistake passing on Arvell Reese.

Why Jets drafted David Bailey instead of Arvell Reese at No. 2 in NFL Draft

Aaron Glenn and the Jets are playing it safe at No. 2 overall.

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