New York Jets: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Will McDonald News / Jets X-Factor / December 27

The New York Jets’ complex Will McDonald decision looms large

For a first-round pick, New York Jets edge rusher Will McDonald’s production is something most teams would celebrate. In three seasons with the team, the former Iowa State product has recorded 21.5 sacks.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / December 27

Jets Lose Three For 2025 Season, Including Will McDonald IV

The New York Jets are going to take on the New England Patriots on Sunday and will do so without Kiko Mauigoa, Will McDonald IV, and Jay Tufele on the field.

Breece Hall News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 27

Breece Hall, AD Mitchell earn surprisingly positive review from Patriots defender

The New York Jets have an opportunity to play spoiler against the New England Patriots in Week 17. New England is attempting to secure a division title for the first time since 2019.

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New York Jets News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 26

Jets’ 3-round mock draft lands franchise QB after Justin Fields, Brady Cook disaster

The New York Jets are once again staring at the wreckage of a failed quarterback experiment. This time, there’s no ambiguity about what comes next. After cycling through Justin Fields, Brady Cook, Tyrod Taylor, and desperation itself, the Jets are no longer pretending they can duct-tape the position together.

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Aaron Glenn News / Jets X-Factor / December 26

New York Jets HC Aaron Glenn’s best shot to win: Logical humility

For those aching for Fernando Mendoza tape, please accept my sincerest apologies in advance. For those wanting to know why Dante Moore or Ty Simpson are much closer to the Heisman Trophy winner than most people think, well, again … I apologize.

New York Jets News / Pro Football Rumors / December 26

Jets Defense Loses Three To IR

As one of the first teams eliminated from playoff contention, the Jets don’t have much to play for down the stretch. That makes it slightly more bearable that today they put three defenders on injured reserve.

Garrett Wilson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 26

Jets’ Garrett Wilson gives less than stellar review to Marty Supreme on social media

It has been a brutal season for the New York Jets. A combination of poor play and significant injuries have left the Jets in last place in the AFC East, and it adds to the frustration of their long-suffering fans.

New York Jets News / Last Word On Sports / December 26

'Don’t Rule Out the New York Jets' Acquiring Two-Time MVP

Recently, Mike Preston of the Baltimore Sun stated that Jackson would “love to play” for the Miami Dolphins. That makes sense, seeing that he’s from South Florida.

New York Jets News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 26

Jets’ Will McDonald shut down for rest of 2025 after 8-sack season

At 3-12 and completely out of the playoff race, the New York Jets have begun thinking of the offseason. Starting things off early, one of their breakout defensive players has now been shutdown for the year.

New York Jets News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 26

Jets Place Three On IR, Including DE Will McDonald IV

The New York Jets announced they placed three defensive players on injured reserve, including DE Will McDonald IV, LB Kiko Mauigoa, and DL Jay Tufele. McDonald, 26, was a two-year starter at Iowa State but three-time first-team All-Big 12, as well as first-team All-American in 2021.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

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New York Jets News / Field Level Media / December 26

Jets rule out TE Mason Taylor, DE Will McDonald, 2 others vs. Patriots

The New York Jets have ruled out defensive end Will McDonald, tight end Mason Taylor and two others for Sunday's game against New England. Head coach Aaron Glenn confirmed Friday that McDonald (knee), Taylor (neck), defensive tackle Jay Tufele (foot) and linebacker Francisco Mauigoa (neck) will not play against the visiting Patriots (12-3).

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New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / December 26

NY Jets’ Chris Harris identifies positives in first game as DC

New York Jets interim defensive coordinator Chris Harris had his work cut out for him on the road in New Orleans. The former defensive backs coach was thrust into a role following the removal of Steve Wilks, and needed to get a unit playing at a competitive level after blowout losses against Miami and Jacksonville.

Justin Fields News / New York Jets on SI / December 26

Jets Claim Rams Safety After Losing Justin Fields To IR

The New York Jets got some tough news for the quarterback room earlier in the week. Jets head coach Aaron Glenn announced that Justin Fields was being placed on the Injured Reserve while noting that his knee injury hasn't responded as hoped.

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / December 25

The DC candidate who can fix the NY Jets’ mind-boggling flaw

The New York Jets’ defense finally reached a breaking point, prompting head coach Aaron Glenn to relieve defensive coordinator Steve Wilks of his duties three weeks before the season’s conclusion.

Justin Fields News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 24

Jets replace Justin Fields’ roster spot with ex-Rams DB waiver claim

The New York Jets finalized a late-season roster move Wednesday that signals a clear shift in organizational priorities as the franchise transitions into evaluation mode with two weeks left in the NFL regular season.

NFL News / Field Level Media / December 24

Pats head to New York with AFC East, perfect road record within reach

The New England Patriots will look to continue their road dominance Sunday when they visit the New York Jets in Week 17. New England clinched a playoff berth and improved its road record to 7-0 when it beat Baltimore 28-24 last Sunday night.

Justin Fields News / JetNation.com / December 24

Jets Claim Safety Christopher Smith; Justin Fields to IR

After placing quarterback Justin Fields on IR for the final two games of the season, the Jets have claimed former Raiders safety Christopher Smith to take his spot on the 53-man roster.

New York Jets News / Pro Football Rumors / December 23

Jets QB Justin Fields' season officially over ahead of expected divorce with New York

Jets quarterback Justin Fields‘ first (and likely lone) season with the organization is done.

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Breece Hall News / New York Jets on SI / December 23

Jets Fans Get Breece Hall Update Before Free Agency

The New York Jets have been fortunate to have Breece Hall over the last four seasons. But will that continue into the 2026 season? The 24-year-old has been slumping a bit lately -- like most of the Jets' offense -- but tallied 54 rushing yards on 16 carries against the New Orleans Saints in Week 16.

Brady Cook News / Total Apex Sports / December 22

Brady Cook Gets the Nod In Week 17 For New York Jets

For Brady Cook, the undrafted rookie quarterback out of Missouri, that door has swung open for the third consecutive week. New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn confirmed Monday that Cook will remain under center for the Week 17 clash against the New England Patriots.

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 21