Where the Jets' draft picks stand so far this preseason
David Bailey of the Jets during the first quarter against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at MetLife Stadium on Aug. 14. Credit: Jim McIsaac
Here’s where the Jets' rookie draft picks stand heading into Friday’s final preseason game against the Giants:
David Bailey: The edge rusher, taken No. 2 overall, has shown his pass-rushing skills throughout camp. He’s a no-doubt-about-it starter and could be a three-down player if his run game develops quickly.
Kenyon Sadiq: The pass-catching tight end from Oregon was expected to be a big part of the offense. But the Jets have to scale things back for Sadiq since he missed spring workouts and all but three training camp practices due to core muscle surgery. The Jets anticipate Sadiq being ready for Week 1.
Omar Cooper Jr.: Big, strong receiver has been up and down like most rookies but has come on of late. Cooper has been involved in the passing game more the last couple of practices. THe Jets like his ability to get yards after the catch.
D’Angelo Ponds: Taken in the second round, Ponds has yet to get on the field during camp because of a calf injury. Aaron Glenn said he expects Ponds to be good for Week 1, but the cornerback from Indiana has a lot of ground to make up.
Darrell Jackson Jr.: He flashed early in practice when the Jets were down some big guys up front. A good depth piece with size (6-5, 315 pounds), but Jackson may not be in the the defensive line rotation.
Cade Klubnik: He has shown poise, confidence, maturity and the Jets like how much he the young quarterback has progressed since arriving in their building. He is QB2 behind Geno Smith right now. In the preseason, Klubnik is 15-for-21 for 131 yards and has led two scoring drives.
Anez Cooper Jr.: The sixth-round pick has some edge to him. He’s been playing guard with the second-team offensive line.
V.J. Payne: He’s missed the last three weeks with a bone bruise that could land him on IR to start the season. Payne, a seventh-round pick, was projected to be on special teams and add depth at safety.
Al Iannazzone covers the Jets for Newsday after spending nearly two decades on the NBA beat with Knicks and Nets.
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