Coach Aaron Glenn says the Jets will take the best player with the No. 2 overall pick, regardless of position. This could mean selecting edge rusher David Bailey, who posted an 18.7% pressure rate over his college career—the best among FBS players since 2016. "If you love the player, go get him," Glenn said.

This draft lacks blue-chip prospects at premium positions, creating a fascinating decision for a team needing help everywhere. Bailey recorded 154 pressures in 823 pass rushes across 48 games. The Jets finished 30th in sacks per dropback and 25th in pass rush win rate last season.

If the Jets select a defensive player at No. 2, it would be the highest-drafted defensive player in franchise history, surpassing Quinnen Williams (No. 3 in 2019). Their previous top picks at that spot—Zach Wilson, Blair Thomas and Lam Jones—didn't pan out. The Jets also have significant needs at receiver, having played 16 games last season without a single 400-yard receiver.