The New York Jets concluded their 2026 NFL Draft with three first-round picks, generating significant buzz. The team's offensive lineup appears improved on paper, setting high expectations for the upcoming season.
The New York Jets wrapped their 2026 NFL Draft and made headlines doing so.
With three first-round picks, the Jets ended up turning heads. Things still need to play out on the field, but there is plenty to reflect on after the draft.
Here are Jets Wire's three takeaways from the 2026 draft:
Jan 9, 2026; Atlanta, GA, USA; Oregon Ducks tight end Kenyon Sadiq (18) runs against Indiana Hoosiers linebacker Isaiah Jones (46)during the first quarter of the 2025 Peach Bowl and semifinal game of the College Football Playoff at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Imagesf
The Jets started their 2026 draft with pass rusher David Bailey. With the additions of the team's other first-round picks, tight end Kenyon Sadiq and wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr., the team's offense looks much better... on paper. That's combining those additions with quarterback Geno Smith as well.
The Jets focused on enhancing their offense, leveraging three first-round picks to improve their team.
The Jets had three first-round picks in the 2026 NFL Draft.
The Jets' offense is anticipated to be stronger on paper, thanks to the strategic selections made during the draft.
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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - FEBRUARY 24: General manager Darren Mougey of the New York Jets speaks to the media during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 24, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)
Between trading back into the first round and moving up in the fourth round for quarterback Cade Klubnik, general manager Darren Mougey proved he is an aggressive GM. It remains to be seen how his decisions work out on the field.
Dec 28, 2025; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith (7) throws in the third quarter against the New York Giants at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Speaking of Klubnik, he will not stop the Jets from drafting a quarterback at next year's draft. Nor will Smith. Most figured this was the plan for the Jets heading into the draft and that proved correct.
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