Rookie Bailey Dominates Camp
Jets' Second Overall Pick David Bailey Records Three Sacks Early in Training Camp
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David Bailey is wasting no time proving the New York Jets made the right call. The No. 2 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft racked up three sacks during the Jets' second training camp practice, according to AP News.
Bailey, an edge rusher out of Texas Tech, is the highest-drafted defensive player in Jets history. Teammates and coaches are already taking notice — and the preseason hasn't even started yet, Yahoo Sports reported.
Three Sacks in One Practice Turns Heads
Three sacks in a single practice is a loud statement for any player. For a rookie in just his second NFL camp session, it's remarkable. Bailey was credited with all three during the Jets' second practice, per AP News. His pass-rushing ability looked polished from the jump.
Leader Telegram reported that teammates and coaches — including defensive staff — praised Bailey after the session. He wasn't just fast. He showed technique and instincts that teams usually don't see from first-year players this early.
Why Bailey Was Called the Most Pro-Ready Edge Rusher
Scouts labeled Bailey the most pro-ready edge rusher in the entire 2025 draft class. That's a big reason the Jets took him at No. 2 overall in April. He came out of Texas Tech with a complete skill set — speed off the line, hand moves, and the ability to set the edge against the run.
The Jets plan to use Bailey as both an outside linebacker and a defensive end, depending on the situation, AP News noted. That kind of flexibility makes him even harder for offenses to plan around.
Bailey Studies Film and Glenn's Playbook Around the Clock
Bailey isn't just relying on raw talent. He has spent his offseason diving deep into defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn's playbook. He's been watching film on top pass rushers to pick up new tricks, according to Winnipeg Free Press.
That work ethic is exactly what the Jets hoped to get. "He's been locked in," is the message coming out of camp, per Star Democrat. Understanding the system early gives Bailey a huge edge as the preseason ramps up.
Jets Bet Big on Bailey to Rebuild Their Defense
New York has struggled to generate consistent pass rush pressure in recent seasons. Drafting Bailey at No. 2 was a clear signal the team is serious about fixing that. He is the cornerstone of what the Jets want to build on defense going forward.
If his early camp performance is any sign, that bet could pay off fast. Three sacks in one practice won't show up in the box score this fall — but the confidence it builds for Bailey and the Jets just might, Herald Bulletin reported.
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