Kenyon Sadiq

New York Jets
Tight End

Personal

Age	21
Birthdate	March 4, 2005
Height	6'3"
Weight	241 lb

Draft

College	Oregon
Year	2026
Pick	Round: 1, Overall: 16
Team	NYJ

Fantasy Value

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Player News

Kenyon Sadiq: Could Kenyon Sadiq Emerge as High-Target Option in New York?

New York Jets rookie tight end Kenyon Sadiq has the potential to handle a large role right away. The Jets selected Sadiq with one of their three first-round picks on Thursday night, making him the first and only tight end off the board on Day 1. The Jets weren't heavily mocked to take a tight end, given that they already had 2025 second-round pick Mason Taylor on the roster. However, the selection of Sadiq showcases New York's desire to build out a young core on offense, presumably in preparation for drafting and installing a rookie quarterback next year. The Jets will pair Sadiq with Taylor, star wide receiver Garrett Wilson, and first-round receiver Omar Cooper Jr. in an offense led by quarterback Geno Smith this year. There are a lot of mouths to feed, and Smith isn't the most reliable passer, but Sadiq's talent alone will make him an intriguing fantasy option. After all, he had 51 catches, 560 yards, and eight touchdowns just last year at Oregon. He immediately ranks as the overall TE9 in RotoBaller's latest dynasty fantasy football rankings.

Apr. 24, 2026 7:59 AM EST