The Jets will be tasked with replacing the production of D.J. Reed at cornerback this season, and while they signed Brandon Stephens, they also added Florida State’s Azareye’h Thomas in the third round Friday.

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<figcaption>Florida State cornerback Azareye’h Thomas was taken in Round 3 of the 2025 NFL Draft by the New York Jets. <span class="credit">Getty Images</span></figcaption>

Thomas broke up 15 passes and recorded two interceptions during his collegiate career.

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Thomas, selected No. 73 overall, is the younger brother of Dallas Cowboys safety Juanyeh Thomas. 

The Jets will be tasked with replacing the production of D.J. Reed at cornerback this season, and while they signed Brandon Stephens, they also added Florida State’s Azareye’h Thomas in…{ai:summary}<p>The New York Jets have drafted cornerback Azareye’h Thomas from Florida State in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft to help replace D.J. Reed. Thomas recorded 15 pass breakups and two interceptions in college and is the younger brother of Dallas Cowboys safety Juanyeh Thomas. #sports</p>

Jets add Florida State corner Azareye’h Thomas to begin replacing departed vet

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