Jets 2026 NFL draft target: Scouting report for RB Kaelon Black

Indiana running back Kaelon Black could be a player to watch for the New York Jets ahead of the 2026 NFL draft.

As things stand, the Jets hold nine picks in the draft, including two first-rounders (No. 2 and No. 16), and two second-rounders (No. 33 and No. 44).

If things hold there, general manager Darren Mougey and the Jets front office could have plenty of options to consider when turning in their selection cards.

During the run up to the draft, which starts April 23, Jets Wire will compile information on prospects Buffalo could have interest in. Specifically, what scouting reports and draft profiles say about their game.

Black, who had a pre-draft visit with the Jets, is up next in our prospect previews.

Here's a rundown of what experts are saying about his game:

RB Kaelon Black | Indiana | Senior

USAT

Vitals

Height: 5'9"

Weight: 208 lbs

Age: 24.5.

Pros

• Yardage after contact due to thick build and churning legs
• Lateral agility to jump-cut
• Patient letting blocks develop
• Hits hole hard and falls forward for extra yardage

Cons

• Not much receiving history
• Lacks top-end, breakaway speed
• Undersized for NFL RB
• Only one season over 150 carries

Stats

2025 stats (16 GP):

• 186 rushing attempts, 1,040 rushing yards, 5.6 yards per rush, 10 rushing touchdowns, 65 rushing yards per game, 4 receptions, 36 receiving yards