New York Jets eye edge rushers David Bailey and Arvell Reese in NFL Draft
The New York Jets are heavily leaning towards selecting edge rushers David Bailey or Arvell Reese with the second overall pick in the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft.
The annual selection process is less than two weeks away, with franchises finalising their draft boards ahead of the late-April event.
Industry insiders overwhelmingly believe the Jets will prioritise defensive reinforcements at the top of the order.
Both the Texas Tech standout and the Ohio State prospect would offer New York a foundational piece for their pass rush.
Rodriguez poised for first-round leap
Elsewhere, Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez is generating significant late momentum.
Evaluators have consistently praised the second-level defender for his outstanding mental makeup, natural instincts, and playmaking ability.
The highly-rated prospect recorded seven forced fumbles and four interceptions during his final collegiate campaign.
While most draft boards currently project him as a second-round talent, a late surge into the opening day would not surprise scouts.
Bain and Tyson face potential slide
Conversely, Miami edge rusher Rueben Bain Jr could fall outside the top 12 selections despite his exceptional collegiate production.
Skepticism remains regarding his sub-31-inch arm length, potentially making him an outlier for teams selecting early.
The New Orleans Saints, Kansas City Chiefs, and Cincinnati Bengals represent potential landing spots at the bottom of the top 10.
Meanwhile, Arizona State wide receiver Jordyn Tyson is also facing a potential draft-day tumble.
Hamstring issues forced the dynamic route-runner to miss three consecutive matches in November, compounding concerns over his eight dropped passes in 2024.
The combination of injuries and drops has reportedly pushed him behind fellow receivers Carnell Tate and Makai Lemon on several draft boards.
