Taliese Fuaga would love to join the New York Jets
A possible draft target for the New York Jets seems excited about the possibility of playing for the team.
On Wednesday afternoon at the Senior Bowl, Oregon State offensive tackle Taliese Fuaga said it would be “amazing” to play with Hall of Fame quarterback Aaron Rodgers when asked about playing for New York.
Oregon State tackle Taliese Fuaga said it would be “amazing” if he had the chance to play with a future hall of fame QB like Aaron Rodgers #Jets #SeniorBowl pic.twitter.com/UrjIXxkkkk
— Antwan V. Staley (@antwanstaley) January 31, 2024
Additionally, Antwan Staley of the New York Daily News reported that Jets defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, who is a head coach at the Senior Bowl, said he loves Fuaga’s size and strength and would love to have him in New York.
Jeff Ulbrich said he has been impressed with Taliese Fuaga size and strength. He also said he is would love to him to land with the Jets
— Antwan V. Staley (@antwanstaley) January 31, 2024
The interest should be mutual for the Jets, as Fuaga has continued his high level of play at the Senior Bowl this week.
In one-on-ones, the offensive line prospect has looked fluid and athletic in pass protection. His quickness and strength have allowed him to shut down talented pass rushers like Laiatu Latu and Adisa Isaac.
Taliese Fuaga putting projected 2nd-round pick Adisa Isaac on the ground immediately 😤
Fuaga is our 4th ranked OT in the draft 🛡️
🎥: @ImBearingDown pic.twitter.com/PAyiYRjJYc https://t.co/revkgipw4Y
— The 33rd Team (@The33rdTeamFB) January 31, 2024
RT Taliese Fuaga held his own vs. Adisa Isaac today.
This is one of his favorite moves – show outside hand before taking it away, leaving the rusher chopping air. Great finish from Fuaga. pic.twitter.com/C1B9IK87ku
— Dane Brugler (@dpbrugler) January 31, 2024
Add in productive run-blocking, highlighted by an elite 90.9 Pro Football Focus grade this past season, and Fuaga is shaping up to be one of the best available linemen in the draft class.
The Oregon State product’s ascent has only solidified the offensive tackle class, which should be considered a positive for the Jets.
Between Fuaga, Notre Dame’s Joe Alt, and Penn State’s Olumuyiwa Fashanu, the Jets could have one or two high-level tackles slip to them due to the other high-end talent at different positions.
Other highly regarded tackle prospects such as J.C. Latham or Amarius Mims could also be options.
New York is in a favorable overall position to address its offensive line, specifically in the first round. Ultimately, it will come down to how the draft board falls.
Whether that is Fuaga or not remains to be seen, but the offensive lineman has done his best to make an impression on a potential professional home.
