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Jets set to Kick off Preseason; Players to Watch

The Jets will kick off their preseason schedule tonight against Todd Bowles and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and we’ve got a list of players you’re going to want to keep an eye on through the night.

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Andre Cisco Is Starting to Lose Ground in Safety Battle at Jets Camp

One of the biggest discussion points from Jets training camp has been the safety battle and who lines up opposite of veteran Minkah Fitzpatrick when the regular season begins.

David Bailey News / New York Jets on SI / August 14

How David Bailey Can Raise Expectations in His Jets' Preseason Debut

It's been eight months since the last time the Jets played in a football game against an opposing team. That said, this year's team looks far different than the one that walked off the field to conclude a 3-14 campaign.

Garrett Wilson News / New York Jets on SI / August 14

Garrett Wilson's New Role Highlights How Far He's Come With Jets

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Leadership comes in different shapes and sizes. Demario Davis, for example, is expected to be the Jets' outspoken defensive leader in 2026.

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All Eyes Are on Mason Taylor After Aaron Glenn Confirms Jets Starters Will Play vs. Bucs

The Jets' vision is starting to come together. In a press conference with reporters on Tuesday, head coach Aaron Glenn shared his plans for the Jets' preseason opener against the Buccaneers, revealing that he intends to play everyone.

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Jets-Bucs preseason opener: 3 sneaky things for Jets fans to watch

We don’t have to tell New York Jets fans to watch out for how the starting offense looks or how Cade Klubnik performs. Those are the obvious storylines for tonight’s preseason opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (7 p.m.

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Aaron Glenn Prepares for Important Dress Rehearsal Ahead of Jets' Preseason Opener

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn understood he would have to reinvent himself this year if he was going to be the leader of the team beyond the 2026 campaign.

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Jets Have Every Reason to Kick the Tires on a Potential J.J. McCarthy Trade

With the New York Jets' preseason opener against the Buccaneers looming on Friday, the quarterback position remains one of several talking points, as the backup situation plays out behind starter Geno Smith.

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3 Reasons to be Optimistic About Jets After Joint Practice

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- When the Tampa Bay Buccaneers traveled to Florham Park, many New York Jets fans had hoped they would see major improvements from their team.

Eric Watts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 13

Jets Waive DL Eric Watts From IR With Injury Settlement

The New York Jets announced they have waived DL Eric Watts with an injury settlement. Watts, 25, signed with the Jets as an undrafted free agent out of Connecticut.

Dane Belton News / New York Jets on SI / August 13

Dane Belton's Future With Jets Continues to Change as Training Camp Buzz Grows

As the New York Jets prepare for their preseason opener against the Buccaneers on Friday and continue finalizing their 53-man roster ahead of the 2026 season, some players have stood out more than others and will look to use the upcoming games against some external competition to make one last statement.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Aaron Glenn News / New York Jets on SI / August 13

Why Aaron Glenn Is Correct to Play Jets Starters in Preseason

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- Last season, I thought it was a bad idea for New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn to play his starters during the preseason. The notion focused heavily on health and keeping New York's best players primed and ready for the start of the season.

Geno Smith News / TWSN / August 13

Geno Smith Jets Return: Is He Still an NFL Starting QB?

Geno Smith has had quite the roller coaster career. After a solid career at West Virginia University, he was drafted by the New York Jetsin the second round of the 2013 NFL Draft.

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Mason Taylor Is Finally Living Up to Potential in Training Camp

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- Two weeks into training camp, New York Jets tight end Mason Taylor didn't appear ready to take the next step in his development. After finishing as one of New York's top pass catchers last year, Taylor watched as the Jets drafted another tight end (Oregon's Kenyon Sadiq) with the 16th overall pick in April's draft.

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / August 13

These 3 NY Jets starters have most to prove in preseason opener

Preseason production in the NFL does not correlate with regular season production—this has already been established. Therefore, nothing that happens in the New York Jets’ preseason opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers should be treated as a surefire prediction of what’s to come in the regular season.

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Geno Smith may already be making Frank Reich, Jets look bad

Smith struggled in joint practices, casting doubt on comments made by his offensive coordinator.

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David Bailey Shines Again on day 2 of Joint Session With Bucs

https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/73881118/download.mp3 The Jets and Bucs met for a second consecutive day and things weren’t quite as testy. After several fights on day one, this session saw far fewer incidents. But who stood out?

New York Jets News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 12

Jets’ Breece Hall drops hilarious Minkah Fitzpatrick confession

The New York Jets swung an offseason trade for Minkah Fitzpatrick back in March. New York wanted to upgrade its secondary and believed Fitzpatrick could provide the impact they are looking for.

New York Jets News / JetNation.com / August 13

Jets Camp – More Fights, Mixed Results in Bucs Practice

Jets Camp this week saw two joint practices with the Bucs, day two wrapped up on Wednesday. After Tuesday featured several fights and the scary scene involving Qwan’tez Stiggers, Day Two was calmer, although the teams still had a few heated moments.

Aaron Glenn News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 12

What Jets HC Aaron Glenn is doing differently after disastrous 1st year in NY

The New York Jets finished 3-14 in Aaron Glenn’s first year as head coach. It was an utter disaster, as the quarterback situation was nothing to gloat about, while the defense failed to record a single interception.

David Bailey News / Jets X-Factor / August 12

The NY Jets’ David Bailey debate: Does pass-rush trump run D?

David Bailey is all anyone can talk about in Florham Park. He should be, after all. He’s the second overall pick. In that case, his development deserves just as much scrutiny and nuanced analysis as a quarterback chosen in that slot would receive.

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Jets Provide Official Medical Update on Qwan’tez Stiggers After Cornerback Passes Out In Camp

The New York Jets hosted the first of two joint practices with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at the Atlantic Health Jets Training Center. However, during the session, a medical emergency occurred as cornerback Qwan’tez Stiggers passed out between drills on the sideline.

Joseph Ossai News / Viral Sports News / August 11

Jets Reveal Major Update After Mysterious Injury Situation

The New York Jets received welcome news on Tuesday regarding one of their key free-agent additions from the offseason. Pass rusher Joseph Ossai has been cleared to return to the active roster after the team removed him from the Physically Unable to Perform list.

Qwan'tez Stiggers News / Field Level Media / August 11

Jets CB Qwan'tez Stiggers 'good' after leaving practice in ambulance

New York Jets cornerback Qwan'tez Stiggers left Tuesday's joint practice with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in an ambulance after collapsing on the sideline.

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Frank Reich’s Geno Smith praise is difficult to believe

Frank Reich believes Geno Smith is physically in his prime. Based on what Smith produced last season, the New York Jets had better hope Reich is seeing something nobody else can.

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