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Jets 2-Round NFL Mock Draft After First Wave of Free Agency

The New York Jets were rather aggressive during the first few days of free agency. They made some major additions to their defense, but didn't really address anything on offense.

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How Jets Spot in AFC East Shifted After Day 2 of Free Agency

The New York Jets are trending in the right direction. While the Jets may not be a Super Bowl contender on paper, New York has arguably done everything right so far this offseason.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 11

Will Smith be Jets starter after they acquire another quarterback?

Will Geno Smith be Jets starter after they acquire another quarterback?

One of the more remarkable storylines of the NFL offseason involves Smith completing a surprising return to the Jets, the team that employed him over his first four pro seasons (2013-16).

Revisiting QB Geno Smith's stunning 2015 fight after pending trade to Jets

Geno Smith opens up about return to Jets after previous failed stint

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The '1K-yard, 10-TD-catch NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the NFL players to record at least 1,000-receiving-yards and 10 touchdown catches in the same season at least three times can you name in five minutes?

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

Geno Smith News / Yardbarker / March 11

Geno Smith opens up about return to Jets after previous failed stint

Quarterback Geno Smith is expected to complete what was once an unthinkable homecoming, as it was learned on Tuesday that the Las Vegas Raiders had agreed to trade Smith and a 2026 sixth-round draft pick to the New York Jets for a 2026 seventh-rounder.

Raiders' free-agency frenzy shows they intend on winning now

2026 NFL free-agency winners, losers: Ravens offseason takes big hit

The 'Active NFL QB starts leaders' quiz

New York Jets News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 11

Jets legend Matt Snell passes away at 84

In what comes as tragic news, former New York Jets star and the defining figure of Super Bowl III, Matt Snell, has passed away at the age of 84 on Wednesday.

New York Jets News / Field Level Media / March 11

Matt Snell, Jets' Super Bowl III hero, dies at 84

Matt Snell, the bruising running back who powered the New York Jets to their iconic moment in a shocking Super Bowl III victory, died Tuesday morning on Long Island at the age of 84, the team announced.

Brian Thomas News / New York Jets on SI / March 10

Jets-Brian Thomas Jr. Trade Dream Already Squashed

The New York Jets could use another high-end wide receiver, but it sounds like that will not be Jacksonville Jaguars playmaker Brian Thomas Jr. Rumors and speculation have been out there over the last few days about the possibility of the Jets, or any team for that matter, pulling Thomas from the Jaguars.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

New York Jets News / The Spun / March 10

Legendary NFL Super Bowl Hero Died On Tuesday Morning

The NFL lost an unsung hero today as former New York Jets running back Matt Snell passed away. He was 84 years old. Snell was the No. 3 overall pick by the Jets in the 1964 AFL Draft and went on to play nine seasons for the team, reaching three All-AFL teams and three AFL All-Star honors in New York.

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New York Jets News / Gridiron Heroics / March 10

New York Jets: Land Interception Machine for 2026

The New York Jets defense aims to be more aggressive in 2026 after setting an NFL record for going an entire season without an interception in 2025. New York also needs to find a viable replacement for Sauce Gardner, who was traded to Indianapolis at the NFL Trade Deadline, and line up on the outside alongside Jarvis Brownlee Jr.

New York Jets News / Last Word On Sports / March 10

Report: Jets Signing a Turnover Machine at Cornerback

The Jets, who have already added six (!) players on defense since yesterday morning, added another on the second day of free agency. This time at a new position, though, as the Jets have agreed to terms with former Bears cornerback Nahshon Wright.

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The 'Active NFL QB starts leaders' quiz

How many of the active NFL quarterbacks to start at least 75 games in their career can you name in five minutes?

New York Jets News / Total Apex Sports / March 10

New York Jets Sign Pro Bowl CB To 1-Year Deal

The New York Jets have continued their aggressive approach to the 2026 free agency period by securing a significant piece for their secondary. The team has reportedly agreed to terms with cornerback Nahshon Wright on a one-year contract worth up to $5.5 million.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 10

Revisiting QB Geno Smith's stunning 2015 fight after pending trade to Jets

Quarterback Geno Smith is set to return to the New York Jets. He hopes it's much less painful than the last time he played for the team.

Kyler Murray faces significant hurdle to sign with new team

Is Tua Tagovailoa actually a bad fit for new Falcons offense?

How Steelers feel about Will Howard amid Aaron Rodgers uncertainty

Michael Pittman Jr. had words for his former Colts quarterbacks

Patriots sign former first-round pick to protect Drake Maye

New York Jets News / Athlon Sports / March 10

Jets Predicted to Sign Pro Bowl CB in NFL Free Agency

When Aaron Glenn was hired from the Detroit Lions, the goal was to end the playoff drought that had persisted for over a decade. Glenn built his reputation as a defensive coordinator with the Lions; however, his first year as head coach did not yield positive results for the defense.

Alijah Vera-Tucker News / New York Jets on SI / March 10

Why Jets Let Alijah Vera-Tucker Walk to Patriots

The New York Jets will have a new face at guard when the 2026 National Football League season opens. In 2025, the Jets had John Simpson start all 17 games and would've had Alijah Vera-Tucker in a starting role as well, but he tore his triceps right before the season began and was forced to miss the entire campaign.

New York Jets News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 10

4 best players Jets must target during 2026 NFL free agency

Few teams enter the 2026 NFL offseason with more pressure and opportunity than the New York Jets. After a disastrous 2025 season and another reset in leadership, GM Darren Mougey and head coach Aaron Glenn are tasked with something far bigger than roster construction.