The New York Jets made a splash at the 2026 NFL Draft, using three of their first-round picks to select highly touted prospects David Bailey, Kenyon Sadiq, and Omar Cooper Jr. Bailey, a dynamic running back from the University of Alabama, is expected to bring a much-needed boost to the Jets' backfield, while Sadiq, a versatile defensive lineman from Ohio State, has the potential to anchor the team's defensive line. Meanwhile, Cooper Jr., a skilled wide receiver from USC, is set to join a crowded Jets receiving corps, but his electrifying playmaking ability could make him an instant contributor. With these selections, Jets general manager Joe Douglas is betting big on the young talent to propel the team towards a more competitive future.
2026 NFL Draft: Jets use three first-round picks on David Bailey, Kenyon Sadiq, Omar Cooper Jr. NFL.com
