Jets Draft Best Value Trio: Bailey, Cooper, Ponds

The New York Jets made waves in the 2026 draft, securing a top-tier value trio with their picks of David Bailey, Omar Cooper Junior, and DAngelo Ponds. ESPNs Matt Miller ranked these selections as his fifth, sixth, and eighth best overall, with Bailey and Cooper Junior going in the first round. The Jets traded up to secure Cooper at number thirty, a move Miller hails as exceptional value. Bailey, an edge rusher from Texas Tech, was chosen second overall, deemed the ideal scheme fit. In the second round, they picked Indiana cornerback DAngelo Ponds, a compact yet formidable player with potential Aaron Glenn comparisons. These rookies now have the chance to demonstrate their skills on the field, potentially transforming the Jets roster with their immediate impact.

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