Jets 2026 NFL draft target: Scouting report for RB Nicholas Singleton

Penn State running back Nicholas Singleton 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.

Singleton, 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 Nicholas Singleton | Penn State | Senior Vitals Height: 6' Weight: 219 lbs Age: 22. 2 Pros Has size, speed, and power Effective in pass protection Has good hands out of the backfield Hard to tackle and always falling forward Cons Struggles with change of direction and lacks shiftiness Misses cutbacks Speed wasn't as explosive in 2025 as earlier in career Stats 2025 stats (12 GP): 123 rush attempts for 549 yards (4.