Here’s a full seven-round mock draft for the New York Jets, with the mindset of the the team focusing on the quarterback position in 2027.
The 2026 NFL Draft has quickly become a hot topic among NFL fans recently, with many top prospects officially declaring for the upcoming draft.
With all the drama surrounding the New York Jets this season, the 2026 offseason will be a huge factor in the future success of the franchise, which means general manager Darren Mougey must be wise with his picks in the draft.
Here’s a full seven-round mock draft for the Jets, with the mindset of the the team focusing on the quarterback position in 2027.
Round 1, Pick No. 5: Makai Lemon (WR, USC)
Out of all the teams that are in contention for USC star receiver Makai Lemon, the Jets are the most obvious fit for the young talent.
At 5-foot-11, 195 lbs., Lemon has been compared to Detroit Lions’ Amon-Ra St. Brown due to his unique ability to be a “power slot.” This is perfect for New York’s offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand, who was the Lions’ passing game coordinator before joining the Jets in 2025. With Engstrand calling plays, Lemon is the perfect receiver for the struggling offense.
Adding the talented playmaker from USC would give the Jets’ offense another dynamic weapon in the passing game alongside wideout Garrett Wilson, while also allowing both AD Mitchell and John Metchie III to rotate as the second wide receiver on the outside.
Round 1, Pick No. 18: Avieon Terrell (CB, Clemson)
Earlier this week, I wrote an article about Clemson’s Avieon Terrell and how he would be a perfect fit for head coach Aaron Glenn’s aggressive defensive style. And thanks to a trade with the Indianapolis Colts at the trade deadline, the Jets could use the pick on the scrappy cornerback in round one.
Terrell, the younger brother of Atlanta Falcons’ star cornerback A.J. Terrell, may not have the same build as his brother. At 5-foot-11, Terrell spent the majority of his college career as an outside corner, but many believe that he could slide into the slot once he reaches the NFL level.
However, there have been plenty of recent examples of smaller cornerbacks taken in the first round that ended up becoming elite outside cornerbacks, including Cleveland Browns’ Denzel Ward and Kansas City Chiefs’ Trent McDuffie. Either way, Terrell would be an excellent defensive back addition to a secondary unit that is searching for depth heading into the 2026 season.
Round 2, Pick No. 37: Christen Miller (IDL, Georgia)
Staying on the defensive side of the ball, the Jets’ defensive tackle position is one of the biggest needs for the organization this offseason with Quinnen Williams out of the picture.
One name that makes perfect sense is Georgia’s Christen Miller, who has quickly become a top-five player at his position in the upcoming draft class. Miller has been one of the best run defenders at the college level this season, posting a PFF run defense grade of 88.3 in 2025.
A combination of Miller, second-year tackle Jowon Briggs, and former 2023 first-round pick Mazi Smith would be a terrific group for the Jets’ front four on defense.
Round 2, Pick No. 46: Emmanuel Pregnon (IOL, Oregon)
New York’s offensive tackle duo of Olu Fashanu and Armand Membou will certainly be a staple of the offense for years to come. Still, the interior must be addressed this offseason.
With former 2021 first-round pick Aljiah Vera-Tucker set to become a free agent this offseason, Oregon’s Emmanuel Pregnon could be the replacement. This would allow Josh Myers to stick at the center position, while 2023 second-round pick Joe Tippmann could handle the other guard position alongside Pregnon.
Round 4, Pick No. 105: Kaytron Allen (RB, Penn State)
To the surprise of many, Mougey ultimately decided not to move off of star running back Breece Hall at the trade deadline despite him being in the final season of his rookie contract.
If Hall signs with another team this offseason, Penn State’s Kaytron Allen is a young, solid option to replace him in the run game. Allen would join a running back room with Braleon Allen and Isaiah Davis, with the former Nittany Lions’ playmaker becoming the next pace-of-play back for the Jets.
The Rest:
Round 4, Pick No. 139: Kenyatta Jackson Jr. (EDGE, Ohio State)
Round 6, Pick No. 202: Jalon Daniels (QB, Kansas)
Round 6, Pick No. 210: Aiden Fisher (LB, Indiana)
Round 7, Pick No. 216: Patrick Payton (EDGE, LSU)
Round 7, Pick No. 251: Hank Beatty (WR, Illinois)
Round 7, Pick No. 253: Xavier Nwankpa (SAF, Iowa)