It is not great to hear a minor hernia procedure is forcing Kenyon Sadiq to miss spring reps. He will have no problem seizing the Y/move tight end role when healthy after posting a 21.7-percent (79th-percentile) College Dominator Rating at Oregon and blew up the Combine with a historic 4.39-second 40-yard dash.
While he starts his career splitting reps with Mason Taylor—who earned an 18.8-percent Target Share as a rookie—Sadiq remains a high-upside TE2 value as the New York Jets drafted a certified freak at No. 16 overall. Missing camp may delay his breakout by a couple weeks, but Sadiq is a smart fantasy pick, especially in dynasty leagues.
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The New York Jets just injected a potential mismatch into their offense by drafting Kenyon Sadiq at No. 16, a certified speed demon who shattered the NFL Combine record with a scorching 4.39-second 40-yard dash at 241 pounds. Sadiq is an analytical fever dream with a 20.5 Breakout Age and a massive 130.0 Speed Score (100th-percentile) that makes him a terrifying “big slot” weapon capable of erasing linebackers and safeties alike.
In dynasty formats, it solidifies Sadiq as a late-first round pick with his elite 16.3% Target Share and record-breaking athleticism. This selection makes the future murky for Mason Taylor, drafted 42nd overall in 2025.
2025 second round draft pick, Mason Taylor, has been diagnosed with a high ankle sprain at New York Jets training camp. Head Coach Aaron Glenn announced the diagnosis on Tuesday.
Taylor has missed two straight days of practice and will now be expected to miss more time. High ankle sprains typically have a four to six week recovery time line and can linger throughout the season.
Taylor had been having a strong camp so it’s disappointing that he suffered this injury the week of the Jets first preseason game. His week one availability doesn’t appear to be in jeopardy just yet but the high ankle sprain will certainly cause his ADP to fall in drafts over the last month of drafting season.
Author: David Leonard (@RealDelcoDave)
The New York Jets agreed to terms with their 2nd round rookie tight end Mason Taylor on a four year $10.46 million contract. 91.3%, $9.56 million, of the contract is guaranteed.
The Jets rookies report to training camp on July 19th, Taylor’s deal ensures he’ll be reporting to training camp on time. Taylor is expected to compete for the Jets starting tight end role so getting into camp on time was a crucial step.
Taylor getting his deal done before training camp sets him up to be a vital part of the Jets offense this year. There never seemed to be much concern about Taylor’s contract so don’t expect his ADP to rise but by avoiding a holdout he remains a solid late round tight end option.
Author: David Leonard (@RealDelcoDave)
The Jets passed on arguably the top two tight ends in the draft when they picked at No. 7 in the first round. Instead, they addressed protecting the quarterback by taking T Armand Membou. Their patience paid off at No. 42 when LSU tight end Mason Taylor fell into the lap of Jets fans.
New York had a patchwork group of guys at the position for 2025 after Tyler Conklin set sail for Los Angeles, making this a position of need. Taylor will have the road paved ahead for him to slot in right in front of Jeremy Ruckert to start the season. In addition to fluid movement in the open field and reliable hands, Taylor is a very capable blocker. That has not gone unnoticed by the team that desires to run the ball and control the clock.
Before his selection to the Jets, Mason Taylor finished as a three-year starter at LSU marked by consistency. While he scored just six touchdowns over three seasons, he repeatedly increased his production, finishing with 129 catches for 1,308 yards. That’s no small feat for a tight end at Louisiana State, and his blocking and ability to find the sticks for first downs were paramount to continuing drives. The importance of that talent cannot be lost on New York, who provide QB Justin Fields with a security blanket.
Author: Sam Schneider (@BuyAndSellYou)
LSU tight end Mason Taylor is arguably seen as the TE-3 of this class behind Tyler Warren and Colston Loveland. Taylor also has a NFL hall of fame father in DE/OLB Jason Taylor. Jason Taylor played most of his career in Miami, and Mason is visiting with the Dolphins as part of the team’s 30 visits with draft eligible players. If Mason were to land with the Dolphins it is definitely a storybook worthy situation. Even with a famous father, Mason has made a name for himself as a tight end. He finished his junior season with 55 catches, 546 yards, and 2 touchdowns. Upon film review, it seems LSU did not take advantage of Taylor’s speed as a deep threat as they should have. Mason may have a better career in the NFL.
If Mason Taylor is drafted by the Miami Dolphins, he may have a bright future. The incumbent tight end is 29 year old Jonnu Smith. Taylor may not see the field right away but he may work his way onto the field and be a good weapon for Tua Tagovailoa. Mason is definitely a great value as a dynasty draft pick. It may be a year or two before he is a worthy redraft pick.
Author: Jesse Baldwin (@J_Baldwin51)
