Jets Sign Dane Belton in Free Agency; Safety Draft Plans Remain Open

The New York Jets have bolstered their secondary by adding safety Dane Belton during the 2026 free agency period. Despite this key acquisition, internal projections suggest that Belton's arrival will not stop the franchise from potentially drafting another safety in the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft. Belton joins a revamped defensive backfield as the Jets look to solidify their roster depth, but the team remains committed to exploring all avenues for talent at the position during the draft process.