Jets’ defensive overhaul could include ‘a little bit of everything’ with added contributors
The New York Jets are undergoing a significant defensive overhaul ahead of the 2026 season, aiming to improve upon a struggling 2025 performance. The team has added 11 new defensive contributors through free agency and the NFL Draft. Head coach Aaron Glenn is leading the transformation, highlighted by the addition of top prospect David Bailey and veterans Demario Davis and Minkah Fitzpatrick.
- ▪The 2026 Jets defense is expected to look much different than the 2025 version, which underperformed.
- ▪The Jets added 11 defensive players through free agency and the draft who could play major roles.
- ▪Headlining the new additions are No. 2 overall pick David Bailey, Demario Davis, and Minkah Fitzpatrick.
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New York Jets Jets’ defensive overhaul could include ‘a little bit of everything’ with added contributors By Brian Costello Published May 1, 2026, 9:35 p.m. ET Aaron Glenn is pictured during his March 31 press conference. Imagn Images The 2026 Jets defense is going to look much, much different than the 2025 version, and anyone who watched the 2025 Jets knows anything different should be an improvement. Take flight with the Jets Text with Brian Costello all season as he brings Sports+ subscribers the latest Jets intel from on the field and off. SIGN UP NOW The Jets have spent this offseason remaking the roster, but there has been a particular emphasis on changing the defense.
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