University of Connecticut wide receiver Skyler Bell could be a player to watch for the New York Jets ahead of the 2026 NFL draft.

As things stand, the Jets hold nine picks in the draft, including two first-rounders (No. 2 and No. 16), and two second-rounders (No. 33 and No. 44).

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If things hold there, general manager Darren Mougey and the Jets front office could have plenty of options to consider when turning in their selection cards.

During the run up to the draft, which starts April 23, Jets Wire will compile information on prospects Buffalo could have interest in. Specifically, what scouting reports and draft profiles say about their game.

Bell is up next in our prospect previews.

Here’s a rundown of what experts are saying about his game:

WR Skyler Bell | UConn | SeniorUSAT

USAT

Vitals

Height: 5’11 5/8″

Weight: 192 lbs

Pros

Top 3 in FBS in catches, receiving yards, and receiving TDs

Quick acceleration and sudden breaks

Excels in running after the catch

Body control on contested catches

Cons

Undersized frame for position

Physical corners can disrupt him at the line

Needs to improve blocking

Stats

2025 stats (13 GP):

101 receptions, 1,278 receiving yards, 13 receiving touchdowns. 98.3 receiving yards per game

Career Stats (52 GP):

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220 receptions, 2,893 receiving yards, 24 receiving touchdowns

2025 PFF grade:

PFF grade over the last three seasons:

Consensus rank

Draft stock: Round 3

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