New York Jets lands a massive trade haul for the No. 2 pick, add dynamic playmakers in 7-round 2026 NFL mock draft
New York Jets utilize two trade backs to put together an insane 2026 NFL Draft haul.
The New York Jets are just at the beginning of a very important offseason. Head coach Aaron Glenn is going to be heading into an important second season, and this roster has a lot of holes to fill. The 2026 NFL Draft is going to be a huge opportunity for the organization to fill some of those biggest needs.
In my latest 7-round 2026 NFL mock draft, the priority was to find playmakers on both sides of the football. The exercise began with a trade back option that was extended, and there was a second that materialized. If the Jets were able to pull in this type of haul, everyone should be excited for what the future can bring.
New York Jets trade the No. 2 selection, No. 103, No. 192, and No. 218 to the Washington Commanders for No. 7, No. 71, and a 2027 first and third round picks
Round 1, Pick 7 (via WAS): Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame
With the trade back and the acquisition of some high-level draft capital, the Jets have the chance to take the best player available. With Breece Hall most likely heading elsewhere, adding a dynamic weapon like Love would make a lot of sense. His ability in the run and pass game makes Love a big-play threat on every single down.
New York Jets trade the No. 16 selection, No. 206, and No. 210 to the Houston Texans for No. 28, No. 38, No. 238, and a 2027 fifth round pick
Round 1, Pick 28 (via HOU): Kayden McDonald, DT, Ohio State
At 6-3 and 326 pounds, McDonald is a massive interior presence for a prospective defense. He is an extremely difficult player to move at the point of attack. McDonald’s sheer presence makes everyone around him better, even if he never becomes a major asset as a pass rusher.
Round 2, Pick 33: Chris Bell, WR, Louisville
At over 6-1 and 227 pounds, Bell excels playing through contact and making plays after the catch. Bell is coming off an ACL injury, which is going to limit his availability for the 2026 NFL season. When he gets back healthy, Bell would become the perfect compliment for Garrett WIlson.
Round 2, Pick 38 (via HOU): Colton Hood, CB, Tennessee
Hood is a physical cornerback who loves to get his hands on wide receivers early. His short-area quickness isn’t the best, but the combination of press technique, long speed, and physicality should allow him to develop into a starting cornerback early on. There is even some upside for Hood to play in the slot.
Round 2, Pick 44: Cashius Howell, EDGE, Texas A&M
Howell is a smaller standup rusher, but he has some very real explosiveness and bend. Even if he never becomes a great run defender, getting after the quarterback matters so much on the NFL level. He should add an immediate boost to the Jets’ pass rush.
Round 3, Pick 71 (via WAS): Zakee Wheatley, S, Penn State
Possessing a long frame and range on the back end, Wheatley is one of the better overall free safeties in this class. The physicality for Wheatley has also improved tremendously over the last season, which offers upside as an all-around safety. That would offer a lot of upside to the Jets’ defense.
Round 5, Pick 175: Cade Klubnik, QB, Clemson
Klubnik didn’t take the leap that many hoped he would in 2025, but he still brings an interesting baseline of athleticism, arm talent, and experience. Even if he doesn’t ever develop into a starter on the NFL level, he still brings an interesting skill set to become a good backup. At this point in the draft, that is a very solid dart throw.
Round 5, Pick 178: Aaron Anderson, WR, LSU
While Anderson is a very small wide receiver, he is also lightning in a bottle after the catch. A down year in 2025 due to injury has caused Anderson to lose a lot of his draft hype. He could become a huge value at this point in the draft.
Round 7, Pick 238: Xavian Sorey Jr., LB, Arkansas
Sorey is your modern run-and-chase linebacker who offers some intriguing overall athleticism. His eyes and physicality are still very inconsistent, although he is willing to mix it up. He should, at worst, become an asset on special teams with upside to develop into a starter.
Round 7, Pick 242: Jeremiah Wright, OG, Auburn
At 6-5 and 340 pounds, Wright is a massive guard who brings a ton of power to the table. His technique, however, is still a major work in progress. This is a developmental interior offensive lineman, but he does have some interesting upside.
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