New York Jets defensive end David Bailey is one of the favorites for the NFL's 2026 Defensive Rookie of the Year Award for good reason.

Bailey has been a hit in New York since the Jets (2-7) selected him No. 2 overall at the 2026 NFL Draft. Proving that, Bailey has a look at a rare feat in the league on Sunday against the Buffalo Bills (7-1).

The Bills have a difficult quarterback to take to the ground in Josh Allen. However, if Bailey records 1.5 sacks at MetLife Stadium against Allen, he joins a rare group.

Sitting at 7.5 total sacks so far this year, Bailey would become just the fourth pass rusher to reach nine sacks in their first nine games since 1982:

Entering Week 10, Bailey currently has the second-best odds to win the rookie of the year honor in 2026, including +250 odds at DraftKings. Bailey only trails New York Giants linebacker Arvell Reese, who was selected one position behind him at the 2026 draft (-110).