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LSU football tight end Mason Taylor has been selected in the 2025 NFL Draft by the New York Jets.
The Jets drafted Taylor with the No. 42 overall pick in the second round Friday night in Green Bay, Wisconsin. In the lead up to the three-day event, the LSU standout tight end was projected between a second- and third-round selection.
Here's what Taylor brings to New York based on his production with the Tigers.
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Taylor is one of the more fluid route runners at his position in this year's draft class, noticeable by his evaluation as a top five tight end by nearly all experts. At 6-foot-5, 251 pounds, how well Taylor accelerates off the ball and how well he catches passes in tight windows and coverage is exceptional.
Moreso, Taylor is known around LSU for his clutch genes, highlighted by his game-winning two-point conversion catch against Alabama as a freshman. With his father being Hall of Famer Jason Taylor, Mason has been very professional in his approach and work ethic dating back to his before his time at LSU.
Just like the aforementioned game-changing focus and execution, Taylor plays better when the drive or game is on the line. He became the primary third-down target for LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier this past season and his production in those moments were critical for the team's success in 2024.
The way Taylor can find windows in zone coverage and his feel for how he's being covered in man, almost demands the ball get thrown his way and he welcomes a high volume of targets.
One weakness in Taylor's game is his run blocking. At times, he didn't play physical enough in the run game and his technique needs work, which he will get in the NFL.
Taylor etched his name in the record books at LSU in three years. He caught 129 passes for 1,308 yards, both program-bests for a tight end. Last season, he logged 55 receptions, also a record for a tight end in a single season.
His single-game best was eight catches with 88 yards receiving.
According to NFL.com's Lance Zierlein, Taylor projects in the NFL much like the Philadelphia Eagles' Dallas Goedert.
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Cory Diaz covers the LSU Tigers for The Daily Advertiser as part of the USA TODAY Network. Follow his Tigers coverage on Twitter: @ByCoryDiaz. Got questions regarding LSU athletics? Send them to Cory Diaz at [email protected].
This article originally appeared on Lafayette Daily Advertiser: New York Jets draft Mason Taylor in 2025 NFL Draft. Pros, cons of pick
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The Jets drafted Taylor with the No. 42 overall pick in the second round Friday night in Green Bay, Wisconsin. In the lead up to the three-day event, the LSU standout tight end was projected between a second- and third-round selection.
Here's what Taylor brings to New York based on his production with the Tigers.
MASON TAYLOR, LSU'S SAFETY VALVE How Mason Taylor has become LSU football's 'safety valve'
LSU TRANSFER PORTAL TRACKER LSU football roster tracker: Who's in, out during 2025 spring transfer portal window
What Mason Taylor brings to NFL TEAM in 2025 NFL Draft
Taylor is one of the more fluid route runners at his position in this year's draft class, noticeable by his evaluation as a top five tight end by nearly all experts. At 6-foot-5, 251 pounds, how well Taylor accelerates off the ball and how well he catches passes in tight windows and coverage is exceptional.
Moreso, Taylor is known around LSU for his clutch genes, highlighted by his game-winning two-point conversion catch against Alabama as a freshman. With his father being Hall of Famer Jason Taylor, Mason has been very professional in his approach and work ethic dating back to his before his time at LSU.
Mason Taylor highlights, strengths, weaknesses at LSU
Just like the aforementioned game-changing focus and execution, Taylor plays better when the drive or game is on the line. He became the primary third-down target for LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier this past season and his production in those moments were critical for the team's success in 2024.
The way Taylor can find windows in zone coverage and his feel for how he's being covered in man, almost demands the ball get thrown his way and he welcomes a high volume of targets.
One weakness in Taylor's game is his run blocking. At times, he didn't play physical enough in the run game and his technique needs work, which he will get in the NFL.
Mason Taylor stats with LSU
Taylor etched his name in the record books at LSU in three years. He caught 129 passes for 1,308 yards, both program-bests for a tight end. Last season, he logged 55 receptions, also a record for a tight end in a single season.
His single-game best was eight catches with 88 yards receiving.
Mason Taylor NFL comparison
According to NFL.com's Lance Zierlein, Taylor projects in the NFL much like the Philadelphia Eagles' Dallas Goedert.
BRIAN KELLY ON SPRING PORTAL WINDOW Why Brian Kelly says LSU football won't be pursuers in upcoming transfer portal window
BRINA KELLY ON JOINT PRACTICES LSU football coach Brian Kelly 'open' to joint spring practices against different team
Cory Diaz covers the LSU Tigers for The Daily Advertiser as part of the USA TODAY Network. Follow his Tigers coverage on Twitter: @ByCoryDiaz. Got questions regarding LSU athletics? Send them to Cory Diaz at [email protected].
This article originally appeared on Lafayette Daily Advertiser: New York Jets draft Mason Taylor in 2025 NFL Draft. Pros, cons of pick
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