2026 NFL draft: 4 big needs the New York Jets must address
With two picks in the first round, the Jets can really add some cornerstone pieces to their roster.
Time has flown, and just like that, it's year two of the Aaron Glenn coaching era. The New York Jets said goodbye to some familiar faces. Former stars Sauce Gardner and Quinnen Williams now play for other teams.
Adonai Mitchell and Mazi Smith are here to replace them, respectively. In addition, draft capital was added, three first-round picks spanning the next two selection meetings (one this April and two in 2027). New York also owns an additional second-rounder in 2026.
All of that has been said to say this. Glenn and his staff can really put their stamp on this team and make it their own. General manager Darren Mougey has two selections in the top 16 with which to play, including the second-overall selection.
The Jets own four of the first 44 picks. They're in a position to do some damage. Where they should attack in terms of roster building seems an easy decision to make.