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New York Jets Terminate Contract of Speedy WR

The New York Jets have terminated the contract of undrafted rookie wide receiver D.T. Sheffield, waiving him with an injury settlement. The move ends Sheffield’s brief tenure with the team after he was first waived/injured earlier in the week and subsequently placed on injured reserve.

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Jets Training Camp: What’s Left Before Week 1?

The Jets are coming off a 17-0 preseason win over the Pittsburgh Steelers, and we are officially entering the final stretch of training camp. There isn’t much left before the evaluation part of the summer ends and Aaron Glenn turns his attention to Week 1. The schedule from here is pretty simple.

NFL News / Viral Sports News / August 22

Jets Connected to Significant Trade With Steelers

The New York Jets are being urged by some observers to explore a major trade for Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr., a 26-year-old talent entering the final year of his rookie deal.

New York Jets News / JetNation.com / August 22

Jets QB PFF Grades vs Steelers

The New York Jets picked up their first preseason win on Friday night, shutting out the Pittsburgh Steelers 17-0. The Jets used all four quarterbacks, and the PFF grades were interesting, especially at the top. Brady Cook finished with the highest grade at 90.2, followed closely by Geno Smith at 87.8.

Andre Cisco News / New York Jets on SI / August 22

Andre Cisco's Outlook Could Skyrocket After Performance in Jets' Preseason Win vs. Steelers

There was a lot to be pleased with from the Jets' preseason Week 2 shutout win over the Pittsburgh Steelers on both sides of the ball, but one particular player stood to benefit the most with his back already against the wall.

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / August 22

Stock down: 3 reeling New York Jets players post-Steelers game

There’s plenty to be excited about regarding the New York Jets’ 17-0 preseason victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Friday night. For instance, a few Jets players’ camp-preseason stock skyrocketed thanks to impressive performances.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / August 22

4 Winners & 4 Losers From Jets Preseason Week 2: Cisco, Bailey Shine in Shutout Victory Over Steelers

Two down, one to go. The Jets' 17-0 victory over the Steelers in their second preseason game of the year brought forth plenty of positivity going into the final few weeks before meaningful football begins.

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / August 22

3 NY Jets whose stock skyrocketed in preseason Week 2

There was a lot to like in the New York Jets’ 17-0 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 2 of the preseason. Here are three Jets who helped their stock the most on Friday night.

NFL News / HITC / August 22

Cameras capture classy moment between Aaron Rodgers, rookie

NFL broadcast cameras capture moment of pure class between Aaron Rodgers and Steelers rookie

Aaron Rodgers may not have suited up for Friday’s preseason game against the New York Jets, but he still played his role.

Steelers' Mike McCarthy delivers brutal message after Will Howard's nightmare half

Steelers' Christian Kuntz sets high bar for Mason Rudolph, Will Howard, Drew Allar

Steelers and CB Joey Porter Jr. seem to be at contract stalemate

Andre Cisco, Samuel Womack remind Jets defenders it is possible to intercept a pass

The '2008 Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

New York Jets News / BoxingNews.com / August 22

Ex-Jets Linebacker Anthony Wint's UFC Debut

Anthony Wint steps into the Octagon for the first time Saturday on the Fight Night card at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento — a debut arriving just 11 days after he blitzed through Matt Adams in 34 seconds.

New York Jets News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 22

Aaron Glenn’s ‘very, very efficient’ Geno Smith take will have Jets fans hyped

Geno Smith needed only one preseason series to give the New York Jets exactly what they wanted. Head coach Aaron Glenn could not have been more impressed.

New York Jets News / JetNation.com / August 22

Geno Smith Perfect in 17-0 Over Steelers, Klubnik Remains Steady

The Jets had plenty of positive takeaways from their 17-0 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. The victory was strong on both sides of the ball. Importantly, the top two QB depth-chart spots looked solid.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

Geno Smith News / Field Level Media / August 21

NFL presason roundup: Geno Smith shines as Jets dump Steelers

Geno Smith made the most of his lone drive, completing all of his passes and throwing for a touchdown as the New York Jets earned a 17-0 preseason win over the host Pittsburgh Steelers on Friday.

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Geno Smith News / Athlon Sports / August 21

Geno Smith Shows A Lot Left to Offer in Opening Drive vs. Steelers

If you watched the version of Geno Smith that played for the Las Vegas Raiders last season, you could be forgiven for believing that the 35-year-old Smith had reached the end of his unlikely career revival.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 21

Jets grab two interceptions in preseason game

Andre Cisco, Samuel Womack remind Jets defenders it is possible to intercept a pass

The New York Jets made the wrong kind of history during the 2025 season when they became the first team to ever go an entire regular season without intercepting a single pass.

Steelers and CB Joey Porter Jr. seem to be at contract stalemate

Why Steelers' Mason Rudolph is jealous of Will Howard, Drew Allar

Ranking the NFL’s three biggest revenge games of 2026

The 'No.2-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz

New York Jets News / JetNation.com / August 21

Jets vs Steelers: 5 Things to Watch in Preseason Game No. 2

The New York Jets head to Pittsburgh tonight for their second preseason game, and this one should give us a better look at several important position battles before the regular season. Aaron Glenn has said the plan is to play his starters, although injuries and individual management plans could always change that.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / August 21

Four Jets With the Most to Prove Against the Steelers

The New York Jets’ second preseason game should provide a much clearer look at the state of Aaron Glenn’s team entering 2026. The Jets face the Pittsburgh Steelers Friday night, and several key starters are expected to see action, including quarterback Geno Smith, who missed the preseason opener with an ankle injury.

Isaiah Williams News / New York Jets on SI / August 21

3 Jets With Soaring Stocks Are Flipping the Depth Chart at Training Camp: Isaiah Williams Can't Be Ignored

The NFL preseason is flying by as the Jets prepare for their second exhibition contest—a road tilt against the Steelers—on Friday. The latest preseason game is yet another opportunity for head coach Aaron Glenn to assess and analyze who deserves to be on this year's 53-man roster, especially with the deadline rapidly approaching on Sunday, Aug.

New York Jets News / A to Z Sports / August 21

ESPN clearly doesn’t like the direction the Jets are heading in but it’s not as bad as they make it out to be

ESPN doesn’t see the Jets digging themselves out of the current hole they’re in anytime soon, but there’s a silver lining that could turn that around. ESPN dished out it’s future power rankings this week and the New York Jets landed 29th out of 32 teams.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 19

Steelers' Mike McCarthy explains interesting QB plan for Jets game

A Wednesday report claimed that veteran Mason Rudolph has the lead over 2025 rookie Will Howard in the battle for the Pittsburgh Steelers' primary backup quarterback job.

Steelers Finally Grant Fans' Eager Wish As Mason Rudolph Hits The Bench

Steelers insider shares massive Mason Rudolph, Will Howard update ahead of Jets game

How Drew Allar has reportedly surprised Steelers since 2026 NFL Draft

Three NFL coordinators who may lose their jobs during the 2026 season

The 'Most 2-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz

Cade Klubnik News / Viral Sports News / August 18

Jets QB Cade Klubnik Lands Tough Update After Preseason Game

New York Jets rookie quarterback Cade Klubnik is navigating the typical peaks and valleys that come with transitioning from college football to the NFL, and Tuesday’s practice session highlighted one of the more difficult moments in that process.