His 2022 season was cut short because of a knee injury, but he passed a physical and is ready to go, according to Douglas. Coverage of the latest news from around the NFL is available all year round from Pro Football Talk on Peacock and the NFL on NBC YouTube Channel. Icon Sportswire via Getty Images. (AP Photo/Chris Seward), Pittsburgh running back Israel Abanikanda (2) makes a long run for a touchdown against Virginia Tech during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy), Wisconsin tight end Clay Cundiff (85) celebrates with Joe Tippmann after Cundiff scored a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, in Madison, Wis. (AP Photo/Andy Manis), Wisconsin offensive lineman Joe Tippmann looks to make a block during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Iowa, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022, in Iowa City, Iowa. 184 (from LV through NE) Zaire Barnes, LB, Western Michigan, Round 6: No. Warren said the knee is 100%. 204 (sixth round) and 220 (seventh round). The Jets dont have a major need at cornerback but added Bernard-Converse anyway. Douglas, with five more picks in his pocket for the rest of the weekend, will continue bringing the Jets closer to their goal of breaking a league-high 12-year playoff drought. Those are valuable selections, especially for a team looking to take the next step. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond), Pittsburgh wide receiver Tre Tipton (5) is lifted by offensive lineman Carter Warren (77) after he made a touchdown catch against Virginia in the second quarter of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Aug. 31, 2019, in Pittsburgh. 2024. video Will McDonald IV's Full NFL Combine Workout Watch the full on-field workout from Edge Will McDonald IV (Iowa State) at the 2023 NFL Combine. He had 12 catches for 144 yards and two touchdowns in an injury-shortened 2022 for ODU after a big 2021. Old Dominion tight end Zack Kuntz was the Jets final pick of the 2023 draft, selected at No. * via trade with Patriots, + via trade with Raiders, The best insights from the ultimate insiders, 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Here are the New York Jets picks at the 2023 NFL Draft: Round 1: No. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley), Baylor tight end Drake Dabney (89) blocks Iowa State defensive end Will McDonald IV (9) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, in Ames, Iowa. If Robinson had rushed for 600 yards or more on the season, the Jets would have traded their fifth-round pick (143rd overall). It also moved them back two spots in the first round this year, from No. He said he started crying when a Jersey number flashed on his phone moments before he was drafted. Gang Green pick at No. The big question is whether he will ever be big enough to be an every-down player. Their first pick was at No. Only their first-round pick, one of their second-round picks, and their fourth- and fifth-round picks are (AP Photo/Michael Conroy), Iowa State defensive end Will McDonald IV (9) gets set for a play during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Baylor, Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, in Ames, Iowa. (Photo by David Stluka/Wisconsin Athletic Communications). New York Jets See the best images of the 43rd overall selection in the 2023 NFL Draft, Wisconsin OL Joe Tippmann. The Jets have traded the No. Jets Live picks tracker | 7-round mock draft | Top 200 big board. Round 2: No. With the 15th overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, the New York Jets have selected Will McDonald IV, an edge rusher out of Iowa State University. 42 (from the Cleveland Browns) Round 2: No. New York Jets pick Here is the full list of picks the Jets have at the 2023 NFL Draft: Round 1, Pick 15 (No. In another tumultuous season in New York, the Jets used three different starting quarterbacks, with Zach Wilson starting nine games as both Joe Flacco and Mike White started four games each. The Jets needed some depth at linebacker, especially since they have yet to re-sign Kwon Alexander. 43 Round 4: No. That will be fine as long as the starters hold up this season. Tippmann is 6-foot-6 and is known as an athletic center who can get out and pull and also has a nasty streak. The 6-foot-7, 255 pound tight end ran a 4.55 40-yard dash. 43; Round 4: No. Round 4: No. He plays our style." Don't be surprised ifTippmann plays guard and 2021 first-rounder Alijah Vera-Tucker kicks out to tackle. He has a mullet He played safety at Oklahoma State before transferring to LSU, so its possible the Jets plan on moving him to safety where they do have a need for some depth. Hell get an opportunity to start right away for the Jets, even after they recently re-signed starter Connor McGovern. WebWith the top four offensive linemen off the board, the Jets pivoted to the fast, but undersized edge rusher (6-foot-4, 245) -- widely projected as a late first- or early second-round pick. Florida State won 24-23. Old Dominion tight end Zack Kuntz runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Saturday, March 4, 2023. He played guard and center in college. New York Jets ( via trade) Will McDonald IV, edge, Iowa State 16. Pro Football Network, LLC. The New York Jets headed into the 2023 NFL Draft in high spirits as they were finally able to get Aaron Rodgers from the Green Bay Packers via trade. Following the Rodgers trade, the Jets have just five picks in this years draft. Pittsburgh won 28-26. A two-year starter at Pittsburgh, Abanikanda was the featured weapon in offensive coordinator Frank Cignetti Jr.s balanced run attack. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings), Penn State's Pat Freiermuth (87) and Zack Kuntz (82) celebrate a touchdown Freiermuth during the first half of an NCCAA college football game against Indiana, Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020, in Bloomington, Ind. Here is the full list of picks the Jets have at the 2023 NFL Draft: The Jets grabbed another pass rusher for Robert Salehs defense. The 5-10, 216-pounder also needs to improve his blocking and receiving. A three-star recruit, Bernard-Converse signed with Oklahoma State and became an immediate starter at safety. All Rights Reserved. 15 (from GB) Will McDonald IV, LB, Iowa State, Round 2: No. 112 Round 5: No. The New York Jets entered the 2023 NFL Draft Week holding five total selections, all in the first five rounds. So drafting Abanikanda was a decision that made a lot of sense, since he can help while Hall returns to form. Want to see how the Jets graded out during the 2023 NFL Draft? (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar), Penn State defensive end Yetur Gross-Matos (99) pass rushes against Pittsburgh offensive lineman Carter Warren (77) during an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019. Jets He tore his ACL in 2020 and then became a full-time starter in 2021. When rushing from the outside, his pressure mark was an impressive 22%. 43 pick in 2023 NFL Draft Round 4, No. He was an all-Big 12 corner in 2021. 15 overall on Thursday night, with the No. New York Jets Future Draft Pick Status (last updated 2023-04-24) Team 49ers Bears Bengals Bills Broncos Browns Buccaneers Cardinals Chargers Chiefs Colts 220 overall pick (via a trade with the Las Vegas Raiders). Iowa won 24-10. Will McDonald: 3 things to know about Jets' first-round pick in NFL Draft. The Jets also sent Green Bay a second round pick (No. And McDonald can be an effective, situational pass rusher for Robert Saleh and company right now. 15 (from GB) Will McDonald IV, LB, Iowa State Round 2: No. The New York Jets finished the three-day 2023 NFL Draft with seven picks: one in Rounds 1, 2, 4, 5 and 7, and two in Round 6. Pittsburgh won 45-29. Draft tracker, Round 4 (120, from Steelers through Patriots) Carter Warren, OT, PittsburghDraft tracker, Round 5 (143) Israel Abanikanda, RB, PittsburghDraft tracker, Round 6 (184, from Raiders through Patriots)Zaire Barnes, LB, Western MichiganDraft tracker, Round 6 (204, from Cowboys through Raiders)Jarrick Bernard-Converse, CB, LSUDraft tracker, Round 7 (220, from Cardinals through Raiders)Zack Kuntz, TE, Old DominionDraft tracker. 170 (from GB) Check out draft picks for other teams in the AFC East: Buffalo Bills New York Jets Future Draft Pick Status - Pro Sports Transactions play. 13 to No. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings), He's a Fan of Jeopardy!, TV Comedies & 'The Championship Belt,' and Will Always Value His Green Bay Roots, Jets' First-Round Pick, a Pass-Rushing Force at Iowa State, Says He's Retired From Jumping Over Cars, Get the Latest Jets Buzz from Media and College Reports on the Jets Undrafted Free Agents, Jets HC Robert Saleh: To Get Aaron Rodgers Here, It's a Blessing, Green & White Added 7 Players -- 4 on Offense, 3 on Defense, New Jets QB Introduced on the Videoboards During Game 6 of the NHL Playoff Series, Matching '22 Class Will Be Tough, but GM Joe Douglas and Staff Added Versatility, Speed, Smarts, Teamwork, Pitt Grad Played His HS Ball at Passaic Tech Near Team Facility; Selection Came in Tradedown with Patriots, Green & White Take Third Consecutive Offensive Player, Second Pitt Panther on Day 3 of the NFL Draft, Versatile Defender Posted 206 Tackles, 6 Fumble Recoveries and 1 INT over 49 Career Games with Broncos. 42 (from the Cleveland Browns) Round 2: No. As a pass blocker, Warren is efficient in his setup and displays effective use of independent hands mid-engagement. 15 overall, from Packers) Will McDonald IV, LB, Iowa State: New York He broke Tony Dorsett's school record with a 320-yard game against Virginia Tech. The Jets needed some help on the offensive line and they finally got it. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. The Jets' GM loves to trade and loves to draft linemen. More likely, hell act as a swing tackle backup. The Jets are on the clock, but not just for draft picks. Zack Rosenblatt is a staff writer for The Athletic covering the New York Jets. He's just got a unique ability to catch the corner. 143 Round 5: No. With their pick at No. Did the Jets find their left tackle of the future? New York has nine total picks in this years draft, all within the first five rounds. 13 pick now belonging to the Green Bay Packers following the monstrous trade for Aaron Rodgers. WebA complete list of New York Jets picks in the 2023 NFL Draft can be found below. 13; Round 2: No. He worked out for the Jets in their local pro day. Follow Zack on Twitter @ZackBlatt, Wisconsins Joe Tippmann was Dane Bruglers top-ranked center prospect. Defensive-minded HC Robert Saleh, who likes to roll deep up front, surely is as no NYJ edge player had more than seven sacks in 2022. The Jets are confident Breece Hall will return to form at some point this season, but history hasnt been kind to running backs in their first season back after an ACL tear. 42 and 43. In exchange, the Jets pick up a pair of selections in the seventh round, getting Nos. Four of them are their original selections, with one acquired from the Broncos. Jets draft picks 2023 New York Jets NFL Draft 2023 Picks. The Gang Green brass, however, isnt going to change up the plan of attack this weekend. New York Jets 2023 NFL Draft picks: Round 1: No. (AP Photo/Chris Seward), Pittsburgh's Israel Abanikanda (2) fights to keep the ball against Virginia during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Charlottesville, Va., Saturday, Nov.. 12, 2022. 143 overall Round 5 - No. Tippmann was a two-year starter at Wisconsin, where he played in a pro-style offense. The Jets have five draft picks in the 2023 NFL Draft. (AP Photo/Mike Kropf), Pittsburgh running back Israel Abanikanda (2) breaks away from North Carolina defensive back Giovanni Biggers (27) and defensive lineman Kevin Hester Jr. (98) en route to a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Chapel Hill, N.C., Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022. New York Jets 2023 NFL Draft picks 1st Round, No. Douglas found Warren in his own backyard -- Paterson, New Jersey, about 20 minutes from the Jets' facility. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki), Florida State wide receiver Ontaria Wilson (80) pulls in a touchdown reception against LSU cornerback Jarrick Bernard-Converse (24) in the second half of an NCAA college football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Sept. 4, 2022. 184 overall pick of the 2023 NFL draft. Considered a likely Day 3 draft pick after the 2021 season, he returned to Pitt for his super senior season, which was cut short by a knee injury. New York Jets draft picks: Grades for selections in 2023 The New York Jets selected Wisconsin center Joe Tippmann with the No. (Michael Allio / Icon Sportswire via Getty Images), Israel Abanikanda (above) can help at RB as Breece Hall returns from his 2022 ACL injury. 43 overall, which makes him the Jets' highest-drafted center since Nick Mangold (29th in 2006). (AP Photo/Chris Seward), Pittsburgh running back Israel Abanikanda (2) celebrates his touchdsown run while North Carolina defensive back Giovanni Biggers (27) reacts during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Chapel Hill, N.C., Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022. The Jets no longer had their original first-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, but they only dropped back two spots for a very good reason. The Jets may no longer have their original first-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, but they only dropped back two spots for a very good reason. 43 and 112 are probably going to the Packers. 2023 Jets Apr 23, 2023. But he certainly has the physical tools that excite coaches. 15 overall (from GB) Round 2 - No. Jets We have all of the info you need to know. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall), Iowa State defensive lineman Will McDonald IV runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Thursday, March 2, 2023. McDonald may not directly benefit newly acquired QB Aaron Rodgers as a receiver or blocker. He had 28 career starts and finished with 93 tackles, 4.5 tackles for loss and one sack last season. Wisconsin Badgers offensive lineman Joe Tippman (75) blocks during an NCAA college football game against the Maryland Terrapins, Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022 in Madison, Wis. Hes an extremely athletic defensive back (4.39 40-yard dash, 42-inch vertical, 6.94-second three-cone drill) who has experience at both cornerback and safety. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic), FILE - Pittsburgh running back Israel Abanikanda (2) runs the ball past Virginia Tech defensive back Brion Murray (8), scoring one of his six touchdowns in an NCAA college football game against Virginia Tech, during the second half Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022, in Pittsburgh. The question is: Too late? Round 6: No. McDonald just adds more pass-rushing juice to a defensive end group that already has Carl Lawson, John Franklin-Myers, Bryce Huff, Micheal Clemons and Jermaine Johnson, whom the Jets drafted in the first round last year. The team also sent a second-pick in the deal. 13; Round 2: No. He doesn't gain a lot of yards after contact. Round 2, Pick 43. But if this defense is even nastier while being staked to leads by "AR8?" At 6-1 and 196 pounds, Bernard-Converse has the size to play a hybrid position. He projects as a backup/special teams contributor. New York sent their seventh-round pick in 2024 to the Baltimore Ravens in exchange for safety Chuck Clark. He's a long-armed tackle with a ton of experience -- a four-year starter (39 starts). The New York Jets own six picks in this years draft, including three in the top 50 in the draft. (AP Photo/Al Goldis), Pittsburgh running back Israel Abanikanda (2) runs the ball against Virginia Tech during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022, in Pittsburgh. 184) to draft Western Michigan linebacker Zaire Barnes. Player comparisons: Randy Gregory and Brian Burns, according to Saleh Saleh said McDonald must add weight and learn to play with power and leverage, but that will come in time. New York Jets 15. As a result, the Jets currently have just five picks in this weeks draft and only two in the top 100 after a short period of having three in the top 50, though that was Pittsburgh's Carter Warren plays during an NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, in Kalamazoo, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis), Pittsburgh offensive tackle Carter Warren answers a question at the NCAA college football Atlantic Coast Conference Media Days in Charlotte, N.C., Thursday, July 21, 2022. Overall, Abanikanda doesnt have the contact balance desired for a featured NFL back, but he is an instinctive runner with outstanding vision, burst and run-away gear to be a productive part of a committee backfield. 207) in this weeks draft. Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. They did, however, acquire a separate sixth-round pick when they traded LB Blake Cashman to the Houston Texans. You must be logged in to leave a comment. video See the best images of See the best images of the 143rd overall selection in the 2023 NFL Draft, Pittsburgh RB Israel Abanikanda. Wilson, who the Jets selected with the 2nd overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, was demoted to third-string QB for parts of last season and could already be seeing his time in New York coming to an end. Jets draft picks 2023: All of the New York Jet's selections, 170 (from Here are the New York Jets picks at the 2023 NFL Draft: Round 1: No. New York Jets 2023 NFL Draft picks: Round 1: No.