Jovan Alford

Joined: Apr 13, 2026

Jovan has over 13 years of experience in sports media, including stops at The Philadelphia Tribune, SB Nation, FanSided and Hoops Habit. Most recently joining OnSI, his teams covered include the New York Jets, New York Yankees and New York Knicks.

New York Jets running back Braelon Allen (0) is looking to bounce back after an injury-shortened 2025 season. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

New York Jets center Joe Tippmann (66) prepares to make a block on Buffalo Bills cornerback Cam Lewis (39) in the fourth quarter against the New York Jets at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

Kenyon Sadiq has the potential to be a difference-maker for the Jets this fall.

Indiana's D'Angelo Ponds (5) at Indiana University football practice on Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025.

New York Jets linebacker Jamien Sherwood (44) celebrates a sack in the fourth quarter against the Carolina Panthers at MetLife Stadium.

Landing at No. 14 in our most important New York Jets in 2026 is veteran linebacker Jamien Sherwood, who is looking to bounce back after a disappointing 2025 campaign.

New York Jets cornerback Brandon Stephens (21) celebrates after breaking up a play in the fourth quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers at MetLife Stadium.

Our top-25 rankings continue with veteran cornerback Brandon Stephens at No. 16.

New York Jets defensive lineman Harrison Phillips (97) participates in a drill during minicamp at Atlantic Health Jets Training Center.

As our top 25 rankings of the most important Jets in 2025 continue, Harrison Phillips makes his debut at No. 17.

New York Jets Draft pick, wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. at Atlantic Health Jets Training Center.

Our 25 most important New York Jets in 2026 rankings continue with rookie wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. at No. 19.

A look at Joseph Ossai as the countdown towards the Jets' 2026 season continues.

Coming in at No. 21 in our 25 most important Jets for 2026 is new defensive end Joseph Ossai, who signed a three-year deal in the offseason.

Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle David Onyemata (90) during the third quarter against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium.

Coming in at No. 23 in our 25 most important Jets in 2026 is veteran defensive lineman David Onyemata, who joined the team on a one-year deal this offseason.

New York Jets tight end Mason Taylor (85) stiff arms as Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Antoine Winfield Jr. (31) defends during the second quarter at Raymond James Stadium.

The offseason hasn't gone to plan for tight end Mason Taylor, but all hope is not lost for the second-year pass catcher.

Green Bay Packers defensive lineman Kingsley Enagbare (55) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium.

Newest New York Jets pass rusher Kingsley Enagbare comes in at No. 25 to kickoff our top 25 rankings for 2026.

Texas Tech's Brendan Sorsby looks on during the spring football game, Friday, April 17, 2026, at Jones AT&T Stadium.

The New York Jets won't have to worry about spending draft capital on Brendan Sorsby right now, as the NFL announced that it wouldn't be holding the supplemental draft.

New York Jets running back Breece Hall (20) at MetLife Stadium.

Before training camp starts next month, we will break down and rank the 25 best players on the Jets based on their impact heading into the 2026 season.

Isaiah Williams is the reason why another Jets WR has an uncertain outlook.

With Isaiah Williams making his mark in Jets OTAs and minicamp, it leaves a big question mark surrounding the futures of Arian Smith and Tim Patrick.

Bailey Zappe's hopes of becoming the Jets' QB2 are still alive. Can he make the most of his opportunity?

Bailey Zappe didn't have the best of performances at minicamp, but the Jets HC Aaron Glenn isn't shutting the door on the backup QB competition just yet.

Jovan Alford

Joined: Apr 13, 2026

Early Braelon Allen Buzz Proves Jets' RB2 Competition Is His to Lose

Jets RG Joe Tippmann: No. 6 Player in 2026 Is Looking to Take Next Step After Extension

Jets TE Kenyon Sadiq: Rookie Pass Catcher Looks to Make Immediate Impact in 2026 at No. 7

Jets CB D’Angelo Ponds: Potential Year 1 Starter Makes Debut at No. 13

Jets LB Jamien Sherwood: Veteran Defender Looks for Redemption as No. 14 Player in 2026

Jets CB Brandon Stephens: 'OG' Defensive Back Steps into No. 16 Spot in 2026

Jets DL Harrison Phillips: Defensive Line’s Mentor Takes No. 17 Spot in 2026

Jets WR Omar Cooper Jr.: New Kid on the Block Makes Debut as No. 19 Player in 2026

Jets DE Joseph Ossai: New Pass Rusher Will Be Under Pressure to Show Why He’s No. 21 Player in 2026

Jets DL David Onyemata: Run Defense’s Improvement Will Be Carried by No. 23 Player in 2026

Jets Playmaker Projected to Be Breakout Candidate Despite Slow Start to Offseason

Jets LB Kingsley Enagbare: Prove It Year for New York’s No. 25 Player in 2026

NFL Just Ended Any Chance of Jets Ever Drafting Brendan Sorsby

Top 25 New York Jets of 2026: Ranking Every Player Based on Impact

Arian Smith Isn't the Only Jets WR Isaiah Williams Has Put on the Chopping Block

Bailey Zappe's Jets QB2 Hopes Given Life Despite Minicamp Struggles