Yahoo Sports NFL on Mason Taylor

ArticlePredicting the New York Jets Opening Day LineupSeptember 5, 2026

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Mason Taylor had a great camp and preseason, really establishing himself as Smith's safety blanket. Look for Taylor to be Smith's first option on short yardage plays and against zone.

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Taylor's camp performance establishes him as Smith's safety blanket.

Taylor had a great camp and preseason, establishing himself as Smith's safety blanket. He's expected to be Smith's first option on short yardage plays and against zone coverage. He has great hands and finds soft spots in the defense easily, though he lacks the athleticism to be anything more.