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.

Taylor was the most productive tight end in LSU history, with 129 receptions for 1,308 yards and six touchdowns during his three seasons in Baton Rouge.

The New York selected Mason Taylor in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Here's three things to know about the Jets' new tight end.