2025 NFL Yearbook: New York Jets

A season preview of the New York Jets.

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NFL YEARBOOK SERIES: NO.32 — SAINTS || NO.31 — BROWNS || NO.30 — PANTHERS || NO.29 — TITANS || NO.28 — BEARS || NO.27—RAIDERS || NO.26 — SEAHAWKS || NO.25—JAGUARS || NO.24—COWBOYS

2025 NFL YEARBOOK: NEW YORK JETS

AFC EAST || 2024 RECORD: 5-12 || AAF NFL POWER RANKING: 23

TEAM BRASS

Owner: Woody Johnson || General Manager: Doug Mougey || Head Coach: Aaron Glenn || Offensive Coordinator: Tanner Engstrand || Defensive Coordinator: Steve Wilks || Special Teams: Chris Banjo

REGULAR SEASON SCHEDULE

2025 NFLPA GRADES || OVERALL RANKINGS (29 of 32)

Treatment of Families: C- (24th) || Food / Dining Area: C- (29th) || Nutritionist / Dietician: B+ (13th) || Locker Room: D+ (26th) || Training Room: C (28th) || Training Staff: C (9th) || Weight Room: C+ (26th) || Strength Coaches: B (29th) || Team Travel: C+ (24th) || Head Coach: B (25th) || Ownership: F (32nd)

The Jets saw their overall ranking drop slightly from 21st in 2024 to 29th. Jets players believed that as a response to the feedback last season, management made conditions worse. The Jets ranked in the lower third in each category with ownership ranking the lowest in the league highlighting the “top-down” problems described by the players.

OVERVIEW

It has been a dormant decade for the New York Jets who have compiled nine consecutive seasons with a losing record. The new regime has their work cut out for them and it’s not expected to be a quick turnaround. First, they must undergo the Justin Fields experiment. New York did everything they possibly could to add more protection and new weapons to target on offense. There are certainly a lot of new moving parts that will need to be meshed but there is a sense of optimism surrounding the team under the leadership of first-time head coach Aaron Glenn.

OFFENSE RANKINGS

Total Offense: 306.2 (24th) || Passing: 218.5 (17th) || Rushing: 91.8 (31st) || Points: 19.9 (25th) || Sacked: 40 (15th) || 3rd Down: 39.5% (T-7th AFC)

DEFENSE RANKINGS

Total Defense: 313.8 (3rd) || Passing: 192.6 (4th) || Rushing: 121.1 (17th) || Points Allowed: 23.8 (20th) || Sacks: 43 (11th) || Turnover Differential: -2 (17th)

TOP 10 FRANCHISE PLAYERS

1. Sauce Gardner, Cornerback

2. Quinnen Williams, Defensive Tackle

3. Garrett Wilson, Wide Receiver

4. Quincy Williams, Linebacker

5. Breece Hall, Running Back

6. Will McDonald IV, Defensive End

7. Olu Fashanu, Offensive Tackle

8. Mason Taylor, Tight End

9. Justin Fields, Quarterback

10. Damien Sherwood, Linebacker

TOP 10 PLAYERS UNDER 25

1. Sauce Gardner, Cornerback (24)

2. Garrett Wilson, Wide Receiver (24)

3. Breece Hall, Running Back (24)

4. Olu Fashanu, Offensive Tackle (23)

5. Mason Taylor, Tight End (21)

6. Joe Tippmann, Center (24)

7. Leonard Taylor III, Defensive Tackle (23)

8. Qwan'tez Stiggers, Cornerback (23)

9. Azareye'h Thomas, Cornerback (21)

10. Xavier Gipson, Wide Receiver (24)

BUST OUT PLAYERS

New York has focused on making sure quarterback Justin Fields is better protected than his predecessor and it begins with Olu Fashanu. The Penn State product began the year in a utility role as a swingman before settling into his natural left tackle spot. A position he is expected to assume this season and for many years to come … The youngest member of the Jets offensive line a year ago was center Joe Tippman. He has gained valuable experience as he enters year three but will need to improve upon his pass protection, in order to take the next step in his development … Getting after the quarterback is something that Will McDonald IV (photo: New York Jets) specializes in. He registered his first double-digit sack (10.5) campaign in year two. Now, the standard has been raised as he enters what appears to be a potential All-Pro caliber type year .. On special teams, undrafted free agent Xavier Gipson hasn’t been given his due as a return specialist but he has been one of the best in the business over the past two seasons, while also contributing on offense as a wideout.

2025 NFL DRAFT CLASS

ROUND | PICK | TEAM | PLAYER | POSITION | SCHOOL

Rd.1 No.7. Armand Membou, OT, Missouri — An explosive blocker with great athleticism, Membou can climb into the second level but lacks toughness and a killer instinct. He’s expected to slot in at right tackle.

Rd.2 No.42. Mason Taylor, TE, LSU — After bypassing on Tyler Warren in round one, the Jets score an excellent consolation prize in Taylor who brings immense upside.

Rd.3 No.73. Azareye'h Thomas, CB, Florida State — One of the top performers during Senior Bowl week, Thomas showcased his ability to stick with just about anyone but a poor forty caused him to slide.

Rd.4 No.110. Arian Smith, WR, Georgia — Brace yourselves for the good and the bad with Smith who is one of the fastest athletes on the planet but has hands greased in butter.

Rd.4 No.130. Malachi Moore, S, Alabama — A hard-hitter, able to play either safety position, or slot corner, Moore has proved to be a competent player during his time in Tuscaloosa and should help strengthen the secondary depth.

Rd.5 No.162. Francisco Mauigoa, LB, Miami — A big, downhill thumper, Mauigoa plays as if his hair was on fire, covering an immense amount of ground sideline-to-sideline and plays with a physicality that should mesh well.

Rd.5 No.176. Tyler Baron, ER, Miami — Known for his toughness and relentless motor, Baron joins his Hurricanes teammate in Mauigoa, in an attempt to raise the level of competition with his great tenacity.

OVERALL IMPACT = 2 Low Impact

ADDITIONS

• CB Kris Boyd (17/0; UFA Texans; $1.6M/1 yr, $330K SB/$1.6M 2025 cap)

• S Andre Cisco (16/14; UFA Jaguars; $8.5M/1 yr, $7.5M gtd/$5M SB/$8.5M 2025 cap)

• DT Byron Cowart (15/7; UFA Bears; $1.337.5/1 yr, $167,500 SB/$1.197.5 2025 cap)

• QB Justin Fields (10/6; UFA Steelers; $40M/2 yrs, $30M gtd/$15M SB/$8M 2025 cap/4 void years)

• WR Tyler Johnson (15/2; UFA Rams; $1.337.5M/1 yr, $367.5K gtd/$167,500 SB/$1.197.5M 2025 cap)

• P Austin McNamara (0/0; FA; $1.845/2 yrs, no gtd/$840K 2025 cap)

• C Josh Myers (16/16; UFA Packers; $2M gtd/1 yr, $830K SB/$2M 2025cap/$1.5M incentives)

• DT Derrick Nnadi (17/1; UFA Chiefs; $1.422.5M/1 yr, $417.5K gtd/$167,500 SB/$1.197.5M 2025 cap)

• T Chukwuma Okorafor (1/1; FA; $1.337.5M/1 yr, $757.5K gtd/$167,500 SB/$1.197.5M 2025 cap)

• WR Josh Reynolds (9/3; FA Jaguars; $2.75M/1 yr, $2M gtd/$1.25M SB/$2.75M 2025 cap/$2.25M incentives)

• TE Stone Smartt (15/2; not tendered as RFA by Chargers; $1.35M/1 yr, $250K SB/$1.35M 2025 cap)

• DB Brandon Stephens (17/17; UFA Ravens; $36M/3 yrs, $22.98M gtd/$10M SB/$4M 2025 cap/3 void years)

• DT Jay Tufele (13/3; UFA Bengals; $1.17M/1 yr, no gtd/$1.03M 2025 cap)

• LB Rashad Weaver (3/0; FA; $1.17M/1 yr, no gtd/$1.03M 2025 cap)

RE-SIGNINGS

• S Tony Adams (RFA tendered at $3.263M with no compensation; $3.263M/1 yr)

• WR Irvin Charles (ERFA; $1.03M/1 yr, no gtd/$1.03M 2025 cap)

• LB Jamin Davis (UFA; $1.337.5M/1 yr, $167,500 SB/$1.197.5 2025 cap)

• C/G Xavier Newman-Johnson (ERFA; $1.1M/1 yur, no gtd/$1.1M 2025 cap)

• RB Kene Nwangwu (UFA; $1.44M/1 yr, $550K gtd/$300K SB/$1.41M 2025 cap/$1.06M incentives)

• CB Isaiah Oliver (UFA; $2.5M/1 yr, $2.255M gtd/$1M SB/$2.5M 2025 cap)

• LB Jamien Sherwood (potential UFA; $45M/3 yrs, $30M gtd/$12.5M SB/$7.5M OB 2026/$5M 2025 cap/3 void years)

DEPARTURES

• WR Davante Adams (14/14; released)

• TE Tyler Conklin (16/15; UFA Chargers; $3M/1 yr, $2.83M gtd/$1.575M 2025 cap)

• S Ashtyn Davis (15/1; UFA Dolphins; $2.5M/1 yr, $1.23M SB/$2.5M 2025 cap)

• CB Brandin Echols (16/4; UFA Steelers; $6M/2 yrs, $1.83M SB/$2.085M 2025 cap)

• DT Leki Fotu (2/1; UFA Raiders; $1.439.5M/1 yr, $567.5K gtd/$167,500 SB/$1.349.5M 2025 cap)

• DT Javon Kinlaw (17/17; UFA Commanders; $45M/3 yrs, $30M gtd/$16.5M SB/$7.5M 2025 cap)

• T Morgan Moses (14/14; UFA Patriots; $24M/3 yrs/$11M gtd/$4.2M SB/$4.55M 2025 cap/$1.5M per year incentives)

• LB C.J. Mosley 4/3; released Post-June 1 designation)

• LB Haason Reddick (10/2; UFA Buccaneers; $14M/1 yr, $12M gtd/$10M gtd RB/$13.176M 2025 cap)

• CB D.J. Reed Jr. (14/14; UFA Lions; $48M/3 yrs, $30.98M gtd/$15.235M SB/$13.645M non-gtd RB 2027/$4.722M 2025 cap/4 void years)

• QB Aaron Rodgers 17/17; released Post-June 1 designation)

• G Wes Schweitzer (4/0; UFA Patriots; $1.55M/1 yr, $150K SB/$1.495M 2025 cap)

• T Tyron Smith (10/10; UFA/retired)

• DT Solomon Thomas (16/1; UFA Cowboys; $6M/2 yrs, $3M gtd/$1.5M SB/$2.72M 2025 cap/$1M per year incentives)

• TE Kenny Yeboah (9/1; UFA Lions; $1.337.5M/1 yr, $482.5K gtd/$167,500 SB/$1.197.5M 2025 cap)

DEPTH CHART (Courtesy of Ourlads)

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