Summary
The 2026 NFL draft will take place in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The New York Jets are predicted to select quarterback Ty Simpson from Alabama to prepare for the future, even though they recently acquired Geno Smith.
Key Facts
- The 2026 NFL draft is set for April 23-25 in Pittsburgh, returning there for the first time since 1948.
- Every NFL team will make selections from a total of 257 picks over three days.
- The draft order is based on the teams' performance, with the worst-performing teams picking first.
- The Seattle Seahawks, as the latest Super Bowl winners, pick last in the first round.
- The New York Jets recently traded for quarterback Geno Smith.
- Analysts suggest the Jets plan to pick Ty Simpson, another quarterback, as a long-term option.
- Simpson played well in significant college games and shows potential despite only one year as a starter.
- Development will be key for Simpson, as he needs to work on consistency and decision-making.
