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Jets prepared to benefit from Cowboys trade in NFL Draft
TL;DR
The New York Jets are set to benefit from a trade with the Dallas Cowboys in the 2026 NFL Draft, acquiring a second-round pick. Currently, they have only one pick but anticipate changes as the draft unfolds.
Key points
- New York Jets have one pick in the 2026 NFL Draft
- Jets acquired a second-round pick from the Dallas Cowboys
- The pick is a result of the trade involving Quinnen Williams
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The New York Jets aren't lined up for a busy Friday night in the 2026 NFL Draft.
That can all change quickly, of course, but entering the evening, they only have one pick.
They can thank the Dallas Cowboys for the selection they have.
The Jets got their second-round pick from the trade that sent Quinnen Williams to Dallas.
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It's scheduled for No. 44, which is the 12th pick of the second round.
ESPN's Rich Cimini predicts they'll go with an offensive lineman originally from New Jersey:
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Q&A
How did the Jets acquire their second-round pick for the 2026 NFL Draft?
The Jets acquired their second-round pick from the Dallas Cowboys as part of the trade that sent Quinnen Williams to Dallas.
What is the current draft situation for the New York Jets in 2026?
As of now, the Jets have only one pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, but this could change during the draft.
What impact could the Cowboys trade have on the Jets' draft strategy?
The trade with the Cowboys provides the Jets with additional resources, allowing them to potentially enhance their draft strategy and player selection.
