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Mock Draft Links Jets to ASU WR Jordyn Tyson at No. 7

Analysts underscore New York's draft flexibility to weigh receiver help now against a longer quarterback timeline.

Overview

  • Dane Brugler’s first 2026 mock draft for The Athletic projects the Jets selecting Arizona State wideout Jordyn Tyson with the seventh overall pick.
  • The projection follows a late-season climb that left New York outside the top five, with two quarterbacks coming off the board before the Jets’ slot.
  • Mel Kiper Jr. characterizes the 2026 receiver class as the strongest position group, listing Tyson among prospects with top-10 potential.
  • Evaluations flag Tyson’s durability as a concern, citing a significant knee injury, a collarbone injury, and a recent hamstring issue during his college career.
  • Coverage notes the Jets’ substantial draft capital, with Brugler emphasizing they can trade up for a quarterback or use a bridge plan and target 2027 instead.