2026 NFL Draft: Updated Jets mock draft

Last season, the New York Jets had one of the worst defenses in the NFL. This is why, when free agency started, the team focused heavily on rebuilding that side of the football with productive veterans. This means in our new two-round mock draft update, we focused heavily on getting the offense on track. This time around we even land New York a quarterback.

First round - WR Carnell Tate - Ohio State

Critics will say this is too soon for Tate and that there are many better options on defense. However, in terms of who can impact this team the most in 2026. No matter who is playing quarterback in 2026, Tate will make them better and is going to be highly productive from Day One.

First round - TE Kenyon Sadiq - Oregon

We come right back to offense with the Jets second pick of the round with tight end Kenyon Sadiq. Sadiq is a freakish athlete who can line up all over the formation and create mismatches. He would pair well with Mason Taylor to give the Jets two threats in the passing game.

Second round - QB Ty Simpson - Alabama

We considered passing on Simpson here but as the No. 2 quarterback in this draft, he's all reward and no risk in the second round. New York brought in Geno Smith which gives Simpson an even better opportunity to sit and learn behind a smart veteran quarterback and take over the offense in 2027.

Second round - S A.J. Haulcy - LSU

We jump to defense here to add A.J. Haulcy to the Jet secondary. Haulcy is a top dual-threat safety who can play up in the box or drop into zone. He's got a nose for the football and the Jets secondary needs all the help it can get in creating turnovers.

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