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Kevin O’Connell gives high praise to the New York Jets, and the why may surprise you

You don’t often see a head coach sending praise to another team unless there’s a connection. Kevin O’Connell has one with the Jets. When you are a head coach in the NFL, you have a lot of connections throughout the league.

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3 Jets Who Improved Their Roster Chances the Most Ahead of Training Camp

Now that OTAs and mandatory minicamp have wrapped up and the New York Jets have their eyes set on training camp, some players have started to emerge as threats for either a starting spot or a much better outlook overall as they look to lock up their spots on the 53-man roster.

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / July 5

3 massively important NY Jets players nobody is talking about

The NFL offseason is long. As the months pile up, familiar conversations start to come up time and time again. In New York Jets land, we’ve talked plenty about whether Geno Smith can bounce back.

Kenyon Sadiq News / New York Jets on SI / July 5

Setting Fair Expectations for Kenyon Sadiq's Rookie Season With the Jets

How good can a rookie tight end be with minimal offseason work with the team that drafted him? Jets tight end Kenyon Sadiq is going to put that very question to the test at the start of training camp later this month.

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The '100-rushing-yard NFL QBs' quiz

In the Super Bowl era (1966 to present) of the NFL, a total of 30 QBs have rushed for 100 yards or more in a regular-season game. How many of the 30 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL's 4,500-yard passers' quiz

The 'Passing + Rushing TD playoff games' quiz

The 'NFL 250-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / July 4

Pressure on Jets' Mazi Smith Rising as July Begins

Although it still feels out of reach, we are slowly getting closer and closer to the start of the 2026 NFL season. With the Jets set to begin training

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25 first-round NFL picks that left fans confused

The NFL Draft always delivers many twists and turns that leave fans and analysts scratching their heads. This list isn't looking at hindsight and finding the biggest busts in history.

New York Jets News / JetNation.com / July 4

Will Jets Offense Finally Provide Some Fireworks in 2026?

As many Americans get ready to settle in for a night of family and fun to celebrate the countries 250th birthday, one that will undoubtedly be topped off with a mostly red, white and blue fireworks display, Jets fans can only wonder if the 2026 version of the team will be able to provide any fireworks of their own on offense.

Demario Davis News / New York Jets on SI / July 4

Which Jets Should Be Rewarded With NFL Top-100 Consideration

He may not have suited up for the Jets in 2025 but linebacker Demario Davis is one of the few players on Gang Green's roster who found himself ranked No.

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / July 4

Do the NY Jets have the AFC East’s best O-line?

The New York Jets’ offensive line is shrouded in optimism entering the 2026 season. Featuring a blend of continuity and ascending young talent, the unit hopes to establish itself as one of the NFL’s best in the upcoming season.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / July 4

3 Games That Will Decide Jets' 2026 Outlook

We're still two months out from the start of the 2026 NFL season. While the Jets are walking in with heightened expectations after a strong offseason, their schedule leads some fans to wonder if they can truly turn their misfortune around.

Harrison Phillips News / New York Jets on SI / July 3

Jets DL Harrison Phillips: Defensive Line’s Mentor Takes No. 17 Spot in 2026

After spending our last couple of picks talking about the wide receiver room, we are jumping back into the trenches on the defensive side. Coming in at No.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 3

AFC Notes: Olu Fashanu, Demario Davis, Mike Vrabel, Jets, Patriots

Jets LT Olu Fashanu said OC Frank Reich inspired confidence in him after the positional meeting, and he’s excited to play for him. “By the end of every unit meeting, he has me feeling like I can run through a wall,” Fashanu said via the team’s website.

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25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.

Aaron Glenn News / New York Jets on SI / July 3

Jets 'Run-First' Philosophy Can Work, With One Major Caveat

From the moment New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn walked into the front doors of the organization last season, he had a very specific way he wanted his offense to run.

Geno Smith News / Jets X-Factor / July 3

The stat that proves NY Jets might bring the best out of Geno Smith

Many factors led to Geno Smith’s disastrous 2025 season with the Las Vegas Raiders. Some were his own fault, but others were outside his control. One of those external factors was atrocious offensive line play.

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The 'Wimbledon men's champions' quiz

The 'NBA Playoff-3's leaders' quiz

The '2018-19 PPG leaders by team' quiz

The 'NBA Rookies of the Year' quiz

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / July 2

Should the Jets run a high-blitz rate defense in 2026?

When describing the identity of an NFL defense, blitz rate is one of the first things that comes up. Some defenses love to bring the heat as much as they can.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / July 2

Garrett Wilson, Will McDonald IV Among Contenders to Lead Jets in Key Stat Categories in 2026

Things are different for the New York Jets entering the 2026 season. While many of the key faces of the roster remain, newcomers have brought forth heightened expectations from the club.

New York Jets News / JetNation.com / July 2

Jets News: Breece Hall, Geno Smith, Offseason Grades and Forum Buzz

The Jets News updates for July 2nd start with Breece Hall, Geno Smith, Malachi Moore and more offseason reaction as the Jets wait for training camp to begin.

New York Jets News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 2

AFC Notes: Demario Davis, Brandon Stephens, Shane Bowen, Jets, Patriots

Jets LB Demario Davis recalls his body failing him after his lone season with the Browns, in which the team won a single game. Since then, Davis estimates he spends nearly a million dollars per season on his body training and recovery.

New York Jets News / Pro Football Rumors / July 1

Jets Considered Carson Wentz Pursuit

The Jets entered the 2026 offseason badly needing to fix their quarterback situation, and despite trading for veteran starter Geno Smith, plenty of work remains.

Cade York News / Athlon Sports / June 30

New York Jets 2026 NFL Season Preview

Is this finally the year the New York Jets end their playoff drought? If they do, it would be a welcome surprise for their long-suffering fans — and a tremendous boost for second-year head coach Aaron Glenn, who is trying to stay off the hot seat after last season’s disastrous 3-14 debut.

Chris Johnson News / Yardbarker / June 29