Jets Sign First-Round EDGE David Bailey

Bailey is the fifth Jets’ draft pick to sign his rookie deal. Here’s a full look at their draft class:

Bailey, 22, started his career at Stanford and became a starter as a true freshman. He transferred to Texas Tech for his senior year and was a unanimous All-American as well as the Big 12 defensive lineman of the year. 

NFL Media’s Lance Zierlein compared him to Broncos OLB Nik Bonitto.

He’s projected to sign a four-year, $55,550,396 rookie contract that includes a $36,860,288 signing bonus. 

During his four-year college career, Bailey recorded 163 total tackles, 42 tackles for loss, 29 sacks, 10 forced fumbles, one recovery and four pass deflections in 46 career games.