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New York Jets draft picks, grades for selections in NFL Draft

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See the New York Jets NFL draft picks so far and instant grades for the 2026 draft.

The New York Jets begin the 2026 NFL Draft with two first-round picks, including the unofficial start of the draft at No. 2 overall. With Fernando Mendoza heading to Vegas , the Jets can set the tone of the top 10 with their No.

2 selection. New York has four picks in the top 44 overall, a real chance to make over the roster. Here's the Jets' picks, selections and grades for the NFL Draft.

DRAFT TRACKER: NFL Draft Round 1 picks, live instant grades, trades, tracker, updates New York Jets NFL Draft picks 1st round, No. 2 overall | David Bailey, EDGE, Texas Tech Instant grade:ย  A-minus Analysis: ย Bailey has the highest applicable floor among the edge rushers in the class. He can beat offensive tackles in several ways.

He isn't a lengthy, prototypical edge in the NFL, but he should produce for a while as a pro with his quickness. 1st round, No. 16 overall (from Indianapolis) | 2nd round, No.