The New York Jets head into Week 17 projected to have the fourth overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Could the Jets take quarterback Fernando Mendoza?

The Bills are locked into a Wild Card spot, while the Jets are vying for draft positioning. So, what can you expect on Sunday?

This article was originally published on www.si.com/nfl/jets/onsi as Jets Explain Why Brady Cook Is New York's Starting QB. The New York Jets are riding a four-game losing streak after being blown out by the New England Patriots on Sunday.

General manager Darren Mougey is currently equipped with two first-round selections in the 2026 NFL draft. In The Draft Network's latest first-round mock draft, the Jets take Ohio State safety Caleb Downs at No. 4 overall, and double-down on Buckeyes defenders with DT Kayden MacDonald with the 18th pick.

The New England Patriots are back on top of the AFC East after six seasons and Drake Maye has played a massive role in the franchise's resurgence. This season, Maye has become a bonafide NFL MVP candidate as the Patriots vie for the one seed in the AFC playoff race.

The New York Jets received some silver lining news after getting smacked around by the New England Patriots in Week 17.

Amid an already disappointing season, the New York Jets reached new lows in Sunday's game against the rival New England Patriots.

The football analytics outlet has released their final grades for players who competed in this week's game based on their metrics. How did Jets players fare? Here is a bit more of a clearer picture for you now.