Jets fill some big needs in Joe Douglas' first draft as GM

Jets fill some big needs in Joe Douglas' first draft as GM

Joe Douglas and the New York Jets entered the NFL draft looking for protectors, playmakers and leaders. Check. Check. And, check. The Jets filled several needs over three days, taking nine players they envision being part of the franchise's foundation.

Joe Douglas and the New York Jets entered the NFL draft looking for protectors, playmakers and leaders. Check. Check. And, check. The Jets filled several needs over three days, taking nine players they envision being part of the franchise's foundation.

Jets trade down, take Baylor WR Denzel Mims in 2nd round

Jets trade down, take Baylor WR Denzel Mims in 2nd round

The New York Jets got Adam Gase and Sam Darnold a much-needed playmaker on offense, even after trading down in the second round of the draft. Baylor wide receiver Denzel Mims was the Jets' pick at No. 59 after they originally had the 48th overall selection. New York decided to move down 11 spots Friday night, dealing the pick to Seattle while also receiving the Seahawks’ third-rounder (No. 101).

The New York Jets got Adam Gase and Sam Darnold a much-needed playmaker on offense, even after trading down in the second round of the draft. Baylor wide receiver Denzel Mims was the Jets' pick at No. 59 after they originally had the 48th overall selection. New York decided to move down 11 spots Friday night, dealing the pick to Seattle while also receiving the Seahawks’ third-rounder (No. 101).

Giants take Alabama S Xavier McKinney with 36th pick

Giants take Alabama S Xavier McKinney with 36th pick

Alabama safety Xavier McKinney didn't expect to be around in the second round of the NFL draft, and the New York Giants didn't expect it either.

Alabama safety Xavier McKinney didn't expect to be around in the second round of the NFL draft, and the New York Giants didn't expect it either.

NY Giants select Andrew Thomas of Georgia in NFL Draft

NY Giants select Andrew Thomas of Georgia in NFL Draft

Andrew Thomas of Georgia came into the NFL draft believing he was the best offensive tackle available, and the New York Giants agreed with him.

Andrew Thomas of Georgia came into the NFL draft believing he was the best offensive tackle available, and the New York Giants agreed with him.

Andrew Thomas spent several days setting up for virtual draft
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Andrew Thomas spent several days setting up for virtual draft

The latest pick for the NY Giants set up inside a model home and spent several days working out the behind-the-scenes component of the virtual NFL Draft.

The latest pick for the NY Giants set up inside a model home and spent several days working out the behind-the-scenes component of the virtual NFL Draft.

Offensive tackle Mekhi Becton from Louisville taken by NY Jets

Offensive tackle Mekhi Becton from Louisville taken by NY Jets

Massive offensive tackle Mekhi Becton from Louisville was taken by New York with the No. 11 pick in the NFL draft, filling one of the Jets' biggest needs.

Massive offensive tackle Mekhi Becton from Louisville was taken by New York with the No. 11 pick in the NFL draft, filling one of the Jets' biggest needs.

Andrew Thomas talks with Tina Cervasio
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Andrew Thomas talks with Tina Cervasio

Andrew Thomas was selected by the NY Giants as the fourth pick in the draft on Thursday night. He spoke with FOX 5 News Sports Director Tina Cervasio after the selection.

Andrew Thomas was selected by the NY Giants as the fourth pick in the draft on Thursday night. He spoke with FOX 5 News Sports Director Tina Cervasio after the selection.

Virus shutdowns will likely make NFL draft most bet on ever

Virus shutdowns will likely make NFL draft most bet on ever

For those who haven't mastered the odds of Belarussian soccer or Russian table tennis, this week's NFL draft gives U.S. gamblers their first opportunity in weeks to bet on an event about which they actually know something.

For those who haven't mastered the odds of Belarussian soccer or Russian table tennis, this week's NFL draft gives U.S. gamblers their first opportunity in weeks to bet on an event about which they actually know something.

Rob Gronkowski to return to NFL alongside Tom Brady in Tampa

Rob Gronkowski to return to NFL alongside Tom Brady in Tampa

Rob Gronkowski did not get to make his dramatic appearance in Tampa at Wrestlemania 36 earlier this month, but the retired Patriots star will still get a chance to hit the field at Raymond James Stadium.

Rob Gronkowski did not get to make his dramatic appearance in Tampa at Wrestlemania 36 earlier this month, but the retired Patriots star will still get a chance to hit the field at Raymond James Stadium.

30 NFL draft hopefuls showed off skills during virtual pro day

30 NFL draft hopefuls showed off skills during virtual pro day

Hours before New Jersey closed all gyms indefinitely last month because of the COVID-19 global pandemic, 30 NFL draft hopefuls had a chance to showcase their talents in a “virtual” pro day at TEST Football Academy in Martinsville.

Hours before New Jersey closed all gyms indefinitely last month because of the COVID-19 global pandemic, 30 NFL draft hopefuls had a chance to showcase their talents in a “virtual” pro day at TEST Football Academy in Martinsville.

Former Vikings QB Tarvaris Jackson dies in car crash in Alabama

Former Vikings QB Tarvaris Jackson dies in car crash in Alabama

Former Minnesota Vikings quarterback Tarvaris Jackson died in a car crash in Alabama Sunday night, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.

Former Minnesota Vikings quarterback Tarvaris Jackson died in a car crash in Alabama Sunday night, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.

NFL advises clubs to be prepared to conduct draft in 'fully virtual format'

NFL advises clubs to be prepared to conduct draft in 'fully virtual format'

"This will confirm that Clubs will conduct their Draft operations remotely, with club personnel separately located in their homes," Goodell said.

"This will confirm that Clubs will conduct their Draft operations remotely, with club personnel separately located in their homes," Goodell said.

Ex-NFL kicker, Saints hero Tom Dempsey dies at 73

Ex-NFL kicker, Saints hero Tom Dempsey dies at 73

Former NFL kicker Tom Dempsey, who played in the NFL despite being born without toes on his kicking foot and made a record 63-yard field goal, died late Saturday while struggling with complications from the new coronavirus, his daughter said. He was 73.

Former NFL kicker Tom Dempsey, who played in the NFL despite being born without toes on his kicking foot and made a record 63-yard field goal, died late Saturday while struggling with complications from the new coronavirus, his daughter said. He was 73.

Trump says 'toughest' weeks ahead as coronavirus spreads

Trump says 'toughest' weeks ahead as coronavirus spreads

President Donald Trump warned Saturday that the county could be headed into its “toughest” weeks yet as the coronavirus death toll mounts, but at the same time he expressed growing impatience with social distancing guidelines and said he’s eager to get the country reopened and its stalled economy back on track.

President Donald Trump warned Saturday that the county could be headed into its “toughest” weeks yet as the coronavirus death toll mounts, but at the same time he expressed growing impatience with social distancing guidelines and said he’s eager to get the country reopened and its stalled economy back on track.

Super Bowl MVP Terrell Davis donates $400K worth of products to Feeding America: 'Leading by example'

Super Bowl MVP Terrell Davis donates $400K worth of products to Feeding America: 'Leading by example'

Two-time Super Bowl champion Terrell Davis is stepping up to help those impacted by the coronavirus, vowing to donate around $400,000 worth of products to food banks across the country.

Two-time Super Bowl champion Terrell Davis is stepping up to help those impacted by the coronavirus, vowing to donate around $400,000 worth of products to food banks across the country.