Jets have an obvious extension candidate hiding in plain sight with Dane Belton

The Jet Press argues that the New York Jets should prioritize signing safety Dane Belton to a contract extension. Belton signed a one-year, $4 million contract in the spring and has emerged as a key performer across the first four games of the 2026 season, particularly while stepping up during Minkah Fitzpatrick's injury absence.

Writer Charlie Baduini highlights Belton's strong play, citing a 78.0 overall grade and an 85.4 run-defense grade from Pro Football Focus. Baduini suggests a potential multi-year framework similar to Reed Blankenship's three-year, $24.75 million deal as a fair benchmark for an extension.