New York Jets: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / April 30

The Jets’ real issue on defense (and what they’ve done to fix it)

At many points during the New York Jets’ 15-year playoff drought, it felt as if the defense was not the problem. In fact, more often than not, the Jets’ defense has ranked in the top quarter of the NFL in terms of yards allowed.

Breece Hall News / New York Jets on SI / April 30

Jets' Post-Draft Activity a Promising Sign for Breece Hall Solution

The Jets, for all intents and purposes, have done a good job of crossing off various items from their offseason checklist. Before the 2026 NFL Draft, they filled multiple needs on both sides of the ball through free agency, which included trading for veteran QB Geno Smith to be the starter in 2026.

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The 'Passing TD leaders by NFL franchise' quiz

How many of the career leaders for passing touchdowns for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most passing + rushing TD games' quiz

The 'NFL single-game completions leaders' quiz

The 'Active NFL passing YPG leaders' quiz

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / April 30

The New York Jets can land a ‘top 8 thrower’ this summer

To no surprise, the New York Jets did not select a quarterback high in the 2026 NFL draft. While many have assumed the team will take a franchise signal-caller with their top pick in next year’s draft, Gang Green may not have to wait until then.

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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft

Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs

Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft

2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

New York Jets News / JetNation.com / April 30

Russell Wilson Pursuit Sure to Catch eye of Former Jets GM

As you’ve certainly heard by now, the Jets have hosted veteran Super Bowl winning quarterback Russell Wilson on a free agent visit to kick the tires on a potential backup.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / April 30

Mason Taylor's Entire World Has Been Flipped Upside Down by Jets' Draft

In the lead-up to the 2026 NFL Draft, there was a thought that the New York Jets could address the tight end position in Day 3, given the need for an upgrade at TE2.

Will McDonald News / New York Jets on SI / April 30

Will McDonald's Fifth-Year Option Doesn't Give Him Long-Term Job Security

New York Jets EDGE Will McDonald got some good news on Wednesday, with the franchise picking up his fifth-year team option for the 2027 season worth $13.752 million.

Will McDonald News / JetNation.com / April 29

Jets to Pick up Fifth-Year Option on Will McDonald

The Jets have announced that they’ll be exercising the fifth-year option for former first-round pick Will McDonald. The announcement was made via the team’s official social media platforms.

New York Jets News / JetNation.com / April 29

Analyzing how Day Three picks of the 2026 NFL Draft fit on the Jets

The 2026 NFL Draft came to an end on Saturday, April 25th. After an exciting first three rounds, fans were intrigued to see how the Jets would finish out their back half of this year’s draft.

New York Jets News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 29

Jets bold predictions for 2026 NFL Draft class during rookie season

The New York Jets were one of the biggest winners from draft weekend. New York ended up making three selections in the first round, adding foundational players on both sides of the ball.

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25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.

Mazi Smith News / Pro Football Rumors / April 29

Jets Decline Mazi Smith’s 5th-Year Option

The Jets announced on Wednesday that they picked up the fifth-year option for their 2023 first-round pick, Will McDonald. However, according to ESPN’s Rich Cimini, they will not do the same with Mazi Smith, the Cowboys’ 2023 first-rounder who was acquired as part of the Quinnen Williams deal at the 2025 trade deadline.

Mazi Smith News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 29

Jets Declined Fifth-Year Option For DT Mazi Smith

According to Rich Cimini, the Jets declined to exercise DT Mazi Smith‘s fifth-year option for 2027. Smith came to New York as part of the deal to send

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The 'Active 20-PPG NBA seasons' quiz

The 'Most 3's in a playoff game by team' quiz

The 'Season triple-double leaders by team' quiz

The 'Active 40-point playoff games' quiz

Will McDonald News / Pro Football Rumors / April 29

Jets Pick Up Will McDonald’s 5th-Year Option

The Jets officially picked up Will McDonald‘s fifth-year option, per a team announcement, ensuring the 2023 first-rounder remains under contract through the 2027 season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 29

Geno Smith reportedly has strong feelings about Jets possibly signing Russell Wilson

A New York Jets team that brought Geno Smith back to the organization to be its starting quarterback for the 2026 season hosted big-name free-agent Russell Wilson for a visit on Monday evening.

Do Jets view Cade Klubnik as eventual replacement for Geno Smith?

Predicting when top 2026 NFL Draft QBs will receive first start

NFC East predictions after the 2026 NFL Draft: The division finally has a clear leader

The 'Famous NFL nicknames' quiz

NFL News / Football Analysis / April 29

Jets Hoard 3 First-Round Picks And $77M In Cap Space For A ‘Once-A-Decade’ QB Class

Draft night, and the New York Jets kept doing something strange. Pick No. 2: not a quarterback. Pick No. 16: not a quarterback. Pick No. 30: still not a quarterback.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / April 28

Jets 'considering' 10-time Pro Bowler as backup to Geno Smith

The New York Jets quarterback room could soon get another addition in the form of a 10-time Pro Bowler and one-time Super Bowl winner. The Jets are reportedly “considering” bringing in Russell Wilson to be the backup to Geno Smith, according to a report from Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic.

Russell Wilson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 28

Jets Hosted QB Russell Wilson For Visit

Zack Rosenblatt reports the Jets hosted veteran QB Russell Wilson for a visit. Rosenblatt adds the Jets are considering Wilson to be Geno Smith‘s backup in 2026. Per Rich Cimini, the Jets had Wilson in for a visit late on Monday, but nothing is imminent.

Darren Mougey News / JetNation.com / April 28

Jets News: Draft Strategy for Darren Mougey’s & Full Roundup for April 28, 2026

The New York Jets are officially through the 2026 NFL Draft, and now the real analysis begins. With multiple trades, a reshaped offense, and a clear direction from general manager Darren Mougey, the conversation has shifted from who they will take to how good this class can be.

New York Jets News / EasySportz / April 28

NFL Expert Grades New York Jets 2026 Draft Class

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — The New York Jets took an aggressive but uneven approach in the 2026 NFL draft, a strategy that earned a “C-” grade from EasySportz’s in-house NFL analyst in its team-by-team evaluation.

Dan Orlovsky News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 27

Are Jets a quarterback destination? Dan Orlovsky makes the case

The New York Jets were never known as a premier destination, given their overall lack of success and dysfunction that often makes them the butt of jokes around the NFL.

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / April 27

The David Bailey context that Jets fans must remember

A large chunk of the New York Jets fanbase was surprised by the team’s decision to select David Bailey over Arvell Reese with the second pick in the 2026 NFL draft.

New York Jets News / Pro Football Rumors / April 25

Jets Acquire No. 188 From Seahawks

The Jets are moving up for some Day 3 offensive line help. The Seahawks are trading No. 188, a move that will lead Miami offensive guard Anez Cooper to New York.

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