Tyson’s path has been tempered by injury concerns. He tore multiple knee ligaments in 2022, limiting him to three games in 2023, and a collarbone issue sidelined him late in the 2024 season. More recently, hamstring problems have persisted, restricting his predraft testing and preventing participation in the NFL Combine and school pro day.
Despite the durability questions, Miller argues Tyson’s combination of size, vertical ability, and middle-field threat makes him a worthwhile gamble in the first round. The Jets, according to the mock, could use him to support a potential future quarterback, whether that be Geno Smith or another passer selected later in the draft.
Beyond Tyson, Miller’s seven-round mock includes several other Jets selections, including Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson in the second round and Texas linebacker Anthony Hill Jr. at No. 44 overall, aimed at strengthening both the offense and front seven.
Injury history remains a central factor for Tyson’s draft stock, with prior knee injuries and a recent collarbone issue coupled by ongoing hamstring concerns. He plans a private workout for teams just days before the draft, which will be a critical test of his medical durability and performance readiness.
The broader mock reflects a balanced Jets strategy: adding a potential franchise quarterback while bolstering receiving corps and defensive front versatility, as the organization looks to build around a developing roster and future leadership at quarterback.
