{"id":271103,"date":"2026-03-30T13:01:33","date_gmt":"2026-03-30T17:01:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/?p=271103"},"modified":"2026-03-30T13:01:33","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T17:01:33","slug":"new-draft-target-kenyon-sadiq-emerging-for-the-jets-in-the-first-round","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/2026\/03\/30\/new-draft-target-kenyon-sadiq-emerging-for-the-jets-in-the-first-round\/","title":{"rendered":"New Draft Target Emerging for the Jets in the First Round"},"content":{"rendered":"

Entering the 2026 NFL Draft<\/a>, five teams have two picks within the first round. These five teams are the Cleveland Browns<\/a>, Dallas Cowboys<\/a>, Kansas City Chiefs<\/a>, Miami Dolphins<\/a>, and the New York Jets. Jets general manager Darren Mougey has a tremendous opportunity to add major talent over the next two drafts, with eight total picks within the first two rounds of 2026 & 2027. Starting at second overall, the team can seemingly narrow its pick to two impact defenders. Consensus mock drafts have them choosing either Ohio State linebacker turned edge Arvell Reese<\/a> or edge rusher David Bailey<\/a> from Texas Tech. However, it’s the 16th overall picks that have fans wondering what lies ahead.<\/p>\n

Thus far, multiple mock drafts feature New York taking USC wide receiver Makai Lemon. A surgical route runner, head coach Aaron Glenn would love to have someone similar to standout receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown, whom he saw develop into a star with the Lions. However, new reports are emerging that have New York interested in a different type of offensive weapon. While he’s not a traditional wide receiver, there’s no denying this prospect is a dynamic pass catcher. So, could the Jets pursue Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq if he’s still on the board?<\/p>\n

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New Draft Target Emerging for the Jets in the First Round<\/h2>\n

After last season, it’s no secret the Jets need to work on their passing game. After ranking last in passing yards per game, changes were necessary. Thus far, so far so good. The team replaced Justin Fields with Geno Smith to get more stability under center. After moving on from first-year coordinator Tanner Engstrand, the expectation is that new offensive coordinator Frank Reich can establish a more effective passing game. In addition, a full season of a healthy Garrett Wilson will certainly help matters. However, New York can still use another weapon to join him, Adonai Mitchell, and tight end Mason Taylor.<\/p>\n

However, just because they used a second-round pick on Taylor last year doesn’t mean New York is done adding. Before getting hurt & missing the last four games of the season, Taylor showed a lot of potential. Despite erratic play from the quarterback duo of Justin Fields and Tyrod Taylor, the tight end finished with 369 yards on 44 catches on 65 targets<\/a>. The former LSU Tiger caught his first career touchdown in the Jets comeback win vs. the Cincinnati Bengals. However, they will have to monitor his drop rate in the future, after having 10.4% this year. In addition to the limitations of Jeremy Ruckert, the tight end could remain a possible pickup. So, why not get the best tight end in college football<\/a>?<\/p>\n

The Jets are interested in Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq<\/h3>\n

While the Jets hope to add a second wide receiver to pair with Garrett Wilson, recent moves around the league have complicated matters. Primarily, after trading Jaylen Waddle to the Broncos<\/a>, the Dolphins are likely picking one of the top three receivers on the board. With wide receiver-needy teams like the Chiefs, Browns, and potentially the Los Angeles Rams<\/a>, the Jets could miss out on one. If players like Makai Lemon<\/a>, Jordyn Tyson<\/a>, and Carnell Tate<\/a> are all off the board, can New York afford to reach on Omar Cooper Jr<\/a>? While the Indiana wide receiver played a massive role in the Hoosiers national championship, he’s not flawless. Cooper struggled with contested catches and could improve as a run blocker.<\/p>\n

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JUICY! <\/p>\n

ESPN\u2019s Rich Cimini told @JakeAsman<\/a> & @BrandonTierney<\/a> that he has \u2018heard some rumblings in the scouting community about the #Jets<\/a> & Oregon TE Kenyon Sadiq.\u2019 \ud83d\udc40<\/p>\n

\u2018If the wide receivers are gone (Carnell Tate, Jordyn Tyson, & Makai Lemon) & you\u2019re sitting there at [pick]\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/DucNl5n3Mq<\/a><\/p>\n

— Paul Andrew Esden Jr (@BoyGreen25) March 25, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n