The New York Jets' recent selection of Georgia wide receiver Arian Smith in the 2025 NFL Draft has raised eyebrows, especially given his ranking of No. 343 on the PFF Big Board. With most top-tier prospects gone, teams often chase high-upside players, and Smith is seen as a gamble worth taking. Despite struggling in his full-time role last season—recording 10 drops on 48 receptions with only a 22% contested-catch rate—his athletic profile suggests potential for development.

Other notable picks from Day 3 included the Ravens drafting tackle Carson Vinson from Alabama A&M, who is expected to transition to guard, and the Bears selecting guard Luke Newman from Michigan State. The Dolphins also addressed their secondary with back-to-back picks, choosing safety Dante Trader Jr. from Maryland.