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Yes, Geno Smith was a top-8 QB of 2025 in this underrated area

The New York Jets know that Geno Smith is not their franchise quarterback. However, they are hoping the 36-year-old’s veteran experience can stabilize an offense that would be thrilled to merely achieve its first top-16 ranking in scoring since 2015.

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Remembering Nick Mangold’s dominance with 74 days to Jets opener

The first day of July marks 74 days to go until the New York Jets open their 2026 season in Nashville, Tennessee. 74 also happens to be the number worn by the late, great Nick Mangold, who manned the middle of the Jets’ offensive line throughout all 11 of his NFL seasons.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / July 1

3 Jets Contracts That Will Age Poorly in 2026

With training camp now less than a month away for the New York Jets, the anticipation continues to grow ahead of the 2026 NFL season. However, while the stock is on the rise for some players on this Jets roster, the same level of optimism does not exist for others.

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Jowon Briggs Speaks Out on New Role With Jets

Few things went right for the New York Jets last season. One thing that did, however, was their in-season acquisitions. From slot cornerback Jarvis Brownlee to a collection of defensive tackles, the Jets were able to find cheap and realistic solutions to many of the team's needs.

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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 1

3 Remaining Free Agents the Jets Should Bring to Training Camp

General manager Darren Mougey didn’t break the bank in free agency, but he did sign several notable free agents, including Joseph Ossai, Demario Davis and Nahshon Wright. While the Jets’ roster is significantly better on paper than it was last year, the team still lacks quality depth at multiple positions.

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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 / Jets X-Factor / July 1

5 non-QBs to watch for the NY Jets in the 2027 NFL Draft

The start of summer scouting and prospect evaluation for the following April’s draft is always daunting. Hell, we have not even started the 2026 NFL season yet.

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.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / July 1

One Trade That Could Transform the Jets' Offseason

Who says blockbuster trades can't be made ahead of training camp? The New York Jets acquired quarterback Brett Favre in a trade with the Green Bay Packers on August 7, 2008.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / June 30

Jets' Offseason Outlook Provides Fans with Realistic Path Forward

Rome wasn't built in a day. Neither are true NFL title contenders. For the last 15 years, the New York Jets have asked fans to be patient as they have tried to rebuild the roster (and organization) into a viable winner.

David Bailey News / Jets X-Factor / June 30

NY Jets rookie snap-count predictions: How often does Bailey play?

Since the beginning of the Darren Mougey-Aaron Glenn era, the New York Jets have emphasized getting younger and building a new core for the future. In 2025, the Jets allocated 18.6% of their total snaps to rookies, the second-highest rate in the NFL.

Cade York News / New York Jets on SI / June 30

New Jets Signing Is Already a Disappointment for New York

While many position battles have garnered a lot of attention for the New York Jets this offseason, the kicking competition has perhaps been the most exhilarating so far.

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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.

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.

Mason Taylor News / New York Jets on SI / June 30

Jets TE Mason Taylor: Breakout Potential for New York's No. 20 Player in 2026

Our list of the top 25 most important New York Jets entering the 2026 season continues with a young tight end looking to bounce back from a quiet offseason program so far.

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The 'NBA Rookies of the Year' quiz

The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Triple-Double leaders by team' quiz

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / June 30

Top 5 candidates to get NY Jets’ first interception in 2 years

It’s safe to say that the New York Jets will intercept a pass in 2026. I mean… it is safe to say, right? Am I going out on too much of a limb? Okay, fine, I’ll be bold and put it in writing: The Jets will get an interception this season.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Cade Klubnik Won't Keep the Jets from Drafting a QB Early in 2027

Few in the NFL would argue the New York Jets desperately need a long-term upgrade at quarterback, but it's a long shot that Cade Klubnik will be that guy.

New York Jets News / JetNation.com / June 30

What to do at QB2; Will Jets Look to add vet Signal Caller?

With Geno Smith entrenched as the New York Jets starting quarterback this season, some fans are starting to wonder if Gang Green should be looking to add

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / June 29

One Part of Frank Reich's Resume Is Being Overblown by Jets

Not every former NFL player can be a good coach. Bart Starr went 56-73-3 in nine seasons at the helm of the Green Bay Packers from the 1970s to the1980s.

Joseph Ossai News / New York Jets on SI / June 29

Jets DE Joseph Ossai: New Pass Rusher Will Be Under Pressure to Show Why He’s No. 21 Player in 2026

To start our top 25 rankings of the most important Jets in 2026, we’ve been discussing multiple players in the trenches on both sides of the ball. It’s not a shock that our rankings have started there, as you can’t win at any level of football without having an edge on the offensive and defensive lines.

Chris Johnson News / Yardbarker / June 29

Sports world reacts to former Titans RB Johnson revealing ALS battle

Sports world reacts to former Titans RB Chris Johnson revealing ALS battle

Johnson, pick No. 24 in the 2008 NFL Draft, played 10 seasons for the Titans, New York Jets and Arizona Cardinals.

NFL stars pay tribute to Johnson

Titans release statement after Johnson announces ALS diagnosis

Cardinals support Johnson on social media after ALS announcement

Johnson had common first symptom before ALS diagnosis at 39

Johnson video resurfaces that hits different after recent news

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / June 29

The one long-running NY Jets stat that has to change

The New York Jets have been a bad football team for quite a while now. They haven’t made the playoffs since 2010, and they haven’t even had a .500-plus record since 2015.