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Red Flag Raised on New York Jets First-Round Draft Pick

Aaron Glenn and the New York Jets got an ominous take on rookie first-round draft pick and edge defender David Bailey amid a new update.

By Josh Buckhalter · Heavy

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 2:55 AM

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New York Jets rookie David Bailey missed consecutive practices with a groin injury ahead of Week 8.
David Bailey has recorded 35 tackles, 5.5 sacks, and three forced fumbles through seven games this season.
Jets defensive linemen Joseph Ossai and T'Vondre Sweat also did not participate in Thursday's practice.

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New York Jets rookie edge rusher David Bailey missed his second consecutive practice on Thursday due to a groin issue, raising doubts about his availability for Week 8 against the Las Vegas Raiders. Bailey, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, has recorded 35 tackles, 5.5 sacks, and three forced fumbles across seven games this season.

Along with Bailey, defensive linemen Joseph Ossai and T'Vondre Sweat also missed practice, creating significant depth concerns along the defensive front for head coach Aaron Glenn. Reporter Zack Rosenblatt noted that Bailey is unlikely to play on Sunday unless he can return to practice on Friday.

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