Mason Taylor earns top tight end spot on Jets depth chart
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 5:38 PM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026

The New York Jets have designated Mason Taylor as the primary tight end on their depth chart ahead of the team's Week 1 matchup. This roster placement confirms Taylor as the starter at the position entering the regular season. The depth chart also lists rookie first-round draft pick Kenyon Sadiq within the tight end group. While Taylor takes the top spot, the team may utilize Sadiq in different, more versatile roles throughout the offense. Taylor is expected to receive target opportunities, though his immediate impact on fantasy football lineups remains limited at this stage of the season.
- •Mason Taylor is listed as the TE1 for the New York Jets.
- •The depth chart release precedes the team's Week 1 game.
- •First-round draft pick Kenyon Sadiq is also included in the tight end unit.
- •Coaching staff may deploy Sadiq in varied roles within the offense.
- 5:38 PMYahoo Sports — Mason Taylor listed as top tight end on Jets depth chart
"Mason Taylor is the top tight end on the Jets depth chart.
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