Mason Taylor, a tight end from LSU, was taken by the Jets in the second round. "It means everything," Taylor, a former defensive end said.

Pro Football Hall of Famer Jason Taylor, tissue in hand, dabbed tears from his eyes Friday night. He was overcome with emotion minutes after his son, former LSU tight end Mason Taylor, was drafted in the second round by the New York Jets-- the team he played for in 2010.

The New York Jets selected LSU TE Mason Taylor with the No. 42 overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft. Mason Taylor has a combination of NFL pedigree, fluidity, and football IQ to succeed on Sundays.