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Jan 1, 2026; Pasadena, CA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Ty Simpson (15) looks to pass against the Indiana Hoosiers in the first half of the 2026 Rose Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff at Rose Bowl Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images | Gary A.
Vasquez-Imagn Images ESPN’s Mel Kiper has released a new mock draft where he has the Jets using their two first round picks to address needs at the two most important positions on the field. New York Jets: David Bailey, OLB, Texas Tech In my January mock draft, I had Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese here. In February, I went with Ohio State safety Caleb Downs.
Now, it’s Bailey. These are all good options for a defense that could use a lot of help, but the Jets really need an instant impact edge rusher. They were 31st in sacks last season (26) and traded Jermaine Johnson, further thinning out the unit.
They have to find foundational players off the edge. And Bailey is explosive and productive, posting 14. 5 sacks (tied for first in the FBS), 71 pressures (second) and a 20.
2% pressure rate (first) last season. 16. New York Jets: Ty Simpson, QB, Alabama The Jets don’t have to draft a quarterback here.