Jets Eye Future QB in Kiper’s Mock Draft: Could Ty Simpson Be the Answer?
Mel Kiper Jr.’s latest mock draft has the New York Jets selecting Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson at No. 16 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft. Despite recently acquiring Geno Smith, the Jets are projected to address the quarterback position, potentially grooming Simpson as Smith’s successor. The team also holds the No. 2 pick, expected to be used on a defensive player.