Jets Sign Second-Round Corner D'Angelo Ponds to Four-Year Deal

The New York Jets have finalized a four-year rookie contract with second-round cornerback D'Angelo Ponds. A key addition to the secondary, Ponds has already drawn high praise from Aaron Glenn, who noted the rookie possesses a skillset very similar to his own. The deal was completed on Friday morning as the Jets secure their 2026 draft class. Ponds is expected to be a significant contributor to the defense, joining other recent signees like David Bailey and Kenyon Sadiq.