Coming off an extremely underwhelming few seasons, the New York Jets turn to a new regime to try and get on the right path. The team had Super Bowl dreams coming into 2024 but saw their season snowball into a disaster, finishing with a 5-12 record.
On the bright side, the Jets’ young core remains strong and intact, but work needs to be done to end the long playoff drought. The Jets and their new regime will look to change the culture and bring in difference-makers this offseason. See who the Jets could target in this 2025 NFL Mock Draft.
7-Round New York Jets Mock Draft
The Jets had an unusual five-win campaign in 2024. There were times when the team looked like what they hoped it would look like, but they had trouble finishing games and winning on the margins.
The team’s record was 3-7 in one-score games. There’s clearly talent on this squad to work with already. Some additions that can balance the roster and fit well with the new coaching staff can make all the difference.
The big question for the Jets right now is the status of future Hall of Famers Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams. Are they going to be on the team in 2025? If so, the Jets have two important positions accounted for.
Regardless of whether they’re on the team in 2025 or not, they aren’t going to be part of the long-term plans. The Jets would be smart to bring in talent that can play with or even sit and learn behind the legendary veterans.
7) Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona
Tetairoa McMillan is my top receiver in this class. The 6’5″ playmaker is a massive target and a surprisingly fluid mover. McMillan is an excellent route runner and ultra strong at the catch point. He brings a physical outside presence but also has a level of explosiveness that is rare with a receiver his size.
McMillan has tremendous body control and would be an excellent complement to the receivers that the Jets already have.
McMillan could replace Adams in 2025 or even play with him and Garrett Wilson, creating an incredibly dynamic receiver trio. McMillan should be a good fit at the next level and has the tools to become a star. He would improve and add depth to a Jets WR room that was very top-heavy in 2025.
42) Josh Conerly Jr., OT, Oregon
Josh Conerly is a bit of a luxury pick here. The Jets found and solidified four out of five of their starting offensive linemen going forward as the unit looked strong in 2024. Conerly would slot in at right tackle, replacing veteran Morgan Moses.
Conerly broke out this past season for Oregon and really flashed strong pass-protection ability. He is a very good athlete for his size but has some room for improvement as a run blocker. He did well using his length and footwork to mirror and create leverage against pass rushers.
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Conerly is a very explosive and fluid tackle, but for now, he lacks the desired play strength. Some project him as a guard at the next level, but his rapid improvement and physical ability bodes well for him as a future tackle.
I think he’d be a Day 1 starter at tackle due to his pass-protection prowess, and slotting him in at right tackle with Olu Fashanu at left tackle would give the Jets their bookend tackles for the next decade.
92) Quinn Ewers, QB, Texas
Quinn Ewers has been a bit inconsistent on tape, but the flashes of excellence are certainly there. He showed a strong ability to read all parts of the field and drive or layer throws into tight windows. He possesses good arm talent and above-average athleticism. Ewers has clearly modeled part of his game around Aaron Rodgers because the footwork and ball fakes are very similar.
Letting him sit behind Rodgers specifically or even another veteran would be beneficial for him. Ewers was once a five-star prospect and looked like a future first-round pick, but injuries and some inconsistent play have dropped his stock.
I think Ewers has a ton of potential and can become the starting QB one day, but he is a developmental prospect for now. With a strong pre-draft process, Ewers could go a little higher than this.
However, the Jets need to come out of this draft with a QB and could look to move up if needed. New York should bet on Ewers’ upside here, with this pick having the potential to look like a major steal in the future.
109) Malachi Moore, S, Alabama
With this new regime in town, I expect the Jets to invest much more at the safety position than they previously have. Malachi Moore is and instinctual DB who can impact the game in many ways.
Moore is on the smaller side, but you wouldn’t be able to tell that if you’ve seen him play. He excels at playing the ball and is versatile in coverage. With the Jets set to lose multiple DBs to free agency, Moore would be a strong addition.
146) Jordan Philips, DT, Maryland
Jordan Phillips is a big, physical nose tackle. He is heavy-handed and an explosive athlete. Phillips would be a good addition to a Jets DL that struggled in 2024 despite being a bit raw technique-wise.
The Jets need to find more talent on the interior this offseason and limit yards on early downs. Phillips will help with that and potentially develop into a complete defensive lineman.
157) Nick Nash, WR, San Jose State
Nick Nash recently finished up a very productive college career. He is a strong athlete with a knack for winning in whatever role he plays. He is a productive football player and will shine wherever the team needs him to.
Nash can contribute as a special teamer, and with his legit deep-threat ability, he can become a strong weapon in the passing game. He is a good value pick here, given his traits.
188) Ryan Fitzgerald, K, Florida State
Out of all the struggles the Jets faced in 2024, none were more disheartening than the field goal unit. Ryan Fitzgerald was a historically accurate kicker in college and showed unbelievable range, going 5 of 5 from 50+ yards. He made countless kicks under pressure for Florida State, including multiple game-winners.
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Fitzgerald was also outstanding as a kickoff specialist, which matters in today’s NFL. The Jets need to win on the margins, and adding a kicker of Fitzgerald’s level helps the Jets do just that.
210) Tyler Batty, EDGE, BYU
Tyler Batty is a physical, high-motor player. He does well at setting the edge and getting in on the run game. While he doesn’t bring much in terms of upside as a pass rusher, he is a nasty finisher and will impact with his run-stopping ability.
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