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Jets | Will McDonald's option exercised Wed Apr 29, 01:38 PM
New York Jets DE Will McDonald had his fifth-year option exercised Wednesday, April 29.
Link to storyFree-agent QB Russell Wilson (Giants) was hosted for a visit by the New York Jets and is reportedly being considered as an option to be Geno Smith's backup, according to The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt on Tuesday, April 28.
| Footballguys view: As the Jets sorted through potential backup options -- which also included Carson Wentz at one point -- GM Darren Mougey and head coach Aaron Glenn discussed potential options with Smith. Per Rosenblatt's source, Smith mentioned that he enjoyed working with Wilson when they were with the Seahawks in 2020-21, when Smith backed up Wilson. We'll watch for more. |
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Wyoming RB Sam Scott agreed to terms with the New York Jets on Sunday, April 26, according to a source. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to storyLouisville WR Caullin Lacy agreed to terms with the New York Jets on Sunday, April 26, according to a source. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to storyTCU TE Chase Curtis signed with the New York Jets as an undrafted free agent Saturday, April 25, according to a source.
Link to storyToledo RB Chip Trayanum signed with the New York Jets as an undrafted free agent Saturday, April 25, according to a source.
Link to storyRutgers WR DT Sheffield is signing with the New York Jets as an undrafted free agent, according to a source. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Link to storyClemson QB Cade Klubnik was selected by the New York Jets with the 110th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Link to storyIndiana CB D'Angelo Ponds was selected by the New York Jets with the 50th overall selection in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Link to storyIndiana WR Omar Cooper Jr. was selected by the New York Jets with the No. 30 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Link to storyOregon TE Kenyon Sadiq was selected by the New York Jets with the No. 16 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Link to storyTexas Tech DL David Bailey was selected by the New York Jets with the No. 2 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Link to storyMiami (FL) QB Carson Beck could be a possible target for the New York Jets during the middle rounds of the 2026 NFL Draft, in the opinion of ESPN.com's Jeremy Fowler.
Link to storyThe New York Jets have 'done a lot of work' on Alabama QB Ty Simpson ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft, according to NFL Network's Cameron Wolfe.
Link to storyTexas Tech University EDGE David Bailey said he has had positive interactions with the New York Jets.
Link to storyOhio State edge rusher Arvell Reese and Texas Tech edge rusher David Bailey have reported to be the choices by the New York Jets for the second overall pick in the NFL Draft, according to a report on Wednesday, April 21.
Link to storyNew York Jets GM Darren Mougey told the media on Tuesday, April 22, that they should not read into the team canceling their visit with Texas Tech Edge David Bailey ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Link to storyTexas Tech DL David Bailey is viewed as the likely target for the New York Jets with the No. 2 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft by 'most of the league,' sources told Jonathan Jones of CBSSports.com.
Link to storyNC State CB Devon Marshall is expected to have a virtual meeting with the New York Jets before the 2026 NFL Draft.
Link to storyTexas Tech DE David Bailey was scheduled to have a 'Top 30' visit with the New York Jets before the 2026 NFL Draft, but the Jets cancelled the visit, according to SNY's Connor Hughes.
Link to storyNC State DE Cian Slone recently had a 'Top 30' visit with the New York Jets.
Link to storyWashington WR Denzel Boston had a 'Top 30' visit with the New York Jets Saturday, April 11, according to a source.
Link to storyIndiana University WR Omar Cooper Jr. is on a top-30 visit with the New York Jets Monday, April 13.
Link to storyOhio State WR Carnell Tate is 'in play' for the New York Jets with the No. 2 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, according to Daniel Jeremiah of NFL.com.
Link to storyIndiana WR Omar Cooper Jr. is believed to be a player that the New York Jets are extremely high on leading up to the 2026 NFL Draft, according to ESPN.com's Jordan Reid.
Link to storyMiami (OH) LB Jackson Kuwatch is scheduled to have a 'Top 30' visit with the New York Jets before the 2026 NFL Draft, according to a source.
Link to storyMissouri DE Zion Young had a 'Top 30' visit with the New York Jets ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Link to storyNew York Jets exclusive rights free-agent LB Marcelino McCrary-Ball signed his tender offer Wednesday, April 8. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to storyUniversity of Louisville WR Chris Bell is visiting the New York Jets on a top-30 visit Tuesday, April 7.
Link to storyGreen Bay Packers WR Dontayvion Wicks has been mentioned as potential trade target for the New York Jets, according to Rich Cimini of ESPN.com.
Link to storyDontayvion Wicks player page
New York Jets HC Aaron Glenn has high expectations and thinks a big step is coming in the dveelopment of TE Mason Taylor in 2026.
Link to storyNew York Jets HC Aaron Glenn told media on Tueaday, March 31, he believes in QB Geno Smith can 'lead us to the promised land.'
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James Madison LB Trent Hendrick meet with the New York Jets at his Pro Day on Thursday, March 25, as well as several other teams.
Link to storyNew York Jets QB Geno Smith has been named the team's starting quarterback for 2026, according to head coach Aaron Glenn, who made an appearance on NFL Network Sunday, March 29.
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Ohio State LB Sonny Styles said he has met with the New York Jets leading up to the 2026 NFL Draft.
Link to storyUniversity of Miami QB Carson Beck and New York Jets general manager Darren Mougey are scheduled to meet Sunday, March 22, and then Mougey will attend Miami's Pro Day on Monday, March 23.
Link to storyNew York Jets CB Nahshon Wright had a Pro Bowl season in 2025 with the Chicago Bears on a minimum-salary contract. He became just the fourth player in the past 10 years to record five interceptions with at least two forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries in a single season. Wright had just one interception and zero forced fumbles or fumble recoveries across his first four NFL seasons combined.
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New York Jets LB Demario Davis has missed just one game due to injury in 14 NFL seasons, missing a game in 2024 due to a strained hamstring. He also missed a game in 2021 due to COVID-19. He has logged more than 1,000 defensive snaps in each of his past six seasons.
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New York Jets WR Garrett Wilson has rolling guarantees built into his four-year, $130 million contract extension signed in July 2025. His 2027 compensation is for $24.5 million, and it became fully guaranteed this week. Previously, it was guaranteed for injury only.
Link to storyFree-agent QB Tyrod Taylor could reunite with the New York Jets, as the team searches for a low-cost veteran backup quarterback behind QB Geno Smith. Free-agent QBs Joe Flacco (Bengals) Cooper Rush (Ravens) and Russell Wilson (Giants) are each options if the price is right.
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Free-agent OT Chukwuma Okorafor (Jets) recently signed a one-year contract with the New York Jets worth $1.487 million.
Link to storyIndiana RB Kaelon Black is having a 'Top 30' visit with the New York Jets on Thursday, March 19, according to KPRC.com's Aaron Wilson.
Link to storyJacksonville Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr. is a player that the New York Jets are monitoring as a potential trade option, according to Rich Cimini of ESPN.com.
Link to storyNew York Jets exclusive rights free-agent DT Jowon Briggs signed his one-year tender offer Monday, March 16, and is scheduled to make $1.1 million in 2026.
Link to storyUniversity of Tennessee DE Tyre West has an official 'Top 30' visit with the New York Jets Friday, March 13, according to a source.
Link to storyFree-agent S Dane Belton (Giants) officially signed with the New York Jets Thursday, March 12. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to storyFree-agent LB Demario Davis (Saints) officially signed with the New York Jets Thursday, March 12. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Free-agent RB Kene Nwangwu (Jets) was re-signed by the New York Jets Saturday, March 14, to a one-year deal worth $2 million, according to a source. He is slated to receive $1 million in guaranteed money but could earn up to $3 million with incentives.
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Free-agent S Andre Cisco (Jets) agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the New York Jets Friday, March 13, worth as much as $5.25 million, according to a source.
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Free-agent LB Mykal Walker (Jets) signed with the New York Jets Friday, March 13. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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