Overview
- Early in training camp Bailey has repeatedly beaten blockers and was credited with multiple would‑be sacks in no‑contact practices.
- Coaches and veteran teammates praised his quickness, technique and backfield presence while noting contact drills will offer a fuller evaluation.
- The Jets plan to deploy him as an outside linebacker in base packages and as a defensive end in other situations to use his versatility.
- Bailey says he does not feel pressure from being the No. 2 pick and credits detailed film study and modeling aspects of his game on players like Von Miller for his preparation.
- The next full‑pads practice is the immediate milestone that will show whether he can hold the edge in run defense and sustain power through contact.