Draft

This is the time of year where there is absolutely no football, so why not start getting excited about some of the top draft-eligible prospects the Jets may or may not have an interest in come next draft. We will start with the mecca of college football conferences, the SEC. Arden Key – EDGE –… Read more

By Glenn Naughton   The Jets apparently liked what they saw in a couple of offensive lineman who were invited to try out during this week’s rookie mini-camp as the pair were signed and added to the current roster. Offensive linemen Benjamin Braden and Chris Bordelon both inked deals with the Jets as long snapper… Read more

The draft is over and we will soon have the full list of the Jets undrafted free agent signings. Be sure to check out our 2017 NY Jets Draft photo gallery.     2017 NY Jets Draft photo gallery… Read more

By Glenn Naughton The New York Jets entered the 2017 draft with a total of seven choices to make.  Following a slew of trades, GM Mike Maccagnan added a pair of extra picks to leave the weekend with nine new players, five on defense, four on offense.  JetNation.com takes a look at each player and… Read more

With the 204th overall pick in the 6th round the NY Jets have selected cornerback Derrick Jones from Mississippi. At first glance Jones seems to be a strong special teams candidate who needs to improve his strength. Here is his draft report from NFL.com. This is the last pick for the Jets in the 2017… Read more

The NY Jets selected CB Jeremy Clark from Michigan in the 6th round. Clark is an interesting pick, reports all say he would have gone earlier but he is recovering from a torn ACL. He has excellent size for a cornerback (6’3″) and it is a position of need for the Jets. Free agent acquisition… Read more

In the 6th round the Jets have selected running back Elijah Mitchell from Louisville. Mitchell will compete for carries in the Jets backfield with Bilal Powell and Matt Forte. From his NFL.com scouting report: STRENGTHS Compact frame with good thickness in legs. Runs with good ball security. Very athletic with plus acceleration. Runs with forward… Read more

The NY Jets selected Dylan Donahue out of West Georgia (DII). Donahue is listed as a pass rushing defensive lineman. Mike Mayock said he knew nothing about this kid but once he watched his tape he watched three more of his games. He says, “he plays like his hair is on fire” and expects him… Read more

The Jets concentrated on defense early in the draft, since then it has been offense. The first four picks were two safeties and two wide receivers. With the 150th overall pick (5th round) the New York Jets selected tight end Jordan Leggett from Clemson. From his NFL.com draft report: STRENGTHS Outstanding size for the position… Read more

The Jets traded down in the 4th round and walked away with an extra 6th round pick. With the 141st overall pick in the 4th round the New York Jets selected wide receiver Chad Hansen from Cal. Here is his scouting report from NFL.com: STRENGTHS Maneuvers around route redirection in space and keeps his route… Read more

The Jets drafted Alabama wide receiver Ardarius Stewart in the 3rd round, 79th pick overall. The Jets will be on the clock again in the 3rd round, with the 107th overall selection. Here is the NFL.com scouting report on Stewart. STRENGTHS Brings a physical play demeanor to the field at all times. Has takeoff to… Read more