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Geno Smith's Continued Growth Could Help Jets Reach Their Potential in 2026

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. - Geno Smith has been here before. As a former second-round pick from West Virginia, Smith was expected to be the next "savior" of the organization following the failings of the Mark Sanchez era.

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Garrett Wilson, Aaron Glenn want Jets to follow in Knicks' footsteps

The New York Knicks will enter June as the reigning kings of New York City after they booked the franchise's first trip to the NBA Finals since 1999.

Jets' Geno Smith adds to Cade Klubnik hype amid tanking talk

Knicks reportedly make huge Mitchell Robinson, Landry Shamet decisions ahead of NBA Finals

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NFL News / Yardbarker / May 29

Jets' Geno Smith adds to Cade Klubnik hype amid tanking talk

Whether or not people within the New York Jets actually view 2026 fourth-round draft pick Cade Klubnik as a potential future franchise quarterback is a storyline that

J.J. McCarthy comments about Kyler Murray seen as 'plea for help' amid Vikings' QB competition

Top defensive position battles during NFL offseason: Seahawks, Giants DBs, Bucs LBs and more

Mason Taylor News / New York Jets on SI / May 29

Mason Taylor Could Be Taking On Different Role Than He Had This Time Last Year

If it felt like the New York Jets’ passing game was non-existent last season, that’s because it was. The Jets posted the fewest passing yards (140.3) per game by a wide margin and didn’t have a single game with 250 or more passing yards. With fans expecting a loss most Sundays, there were few reasons worth turning on the game.

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The 'NFL passing-TD champions' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to lead the league in passing touchdowns for each season since the AFL/NFL merger in 1970 can you name in seven minutes?

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New York Jets News / Pro Football Rumors / May 28

Jets Holding Backup QB Competition

Although the rebuilding Jets are still devoid of a franchise quarterback, they have made significant changes at the position this offseason. Justin Fields and Tyrod Taylor, who combined for 13 starts last year, are now with other teams.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / May 28

NY Jets’ Garrett Wilson lauds Frank Reich’s ’empowering’ offense

Entering 2026, the New York Jets’ offense looks very different than last year’s. (Insert your very own, “Thank you, football gods-type thought,” here.)

Jelani Woods News / JetNation.com / May 28

Cade Klubnik, Jelani Woods and AD Mitchell Stand out in OTAs

The Jets kicked off day 1 of OTAs today at 1 Jets Drive and rookie quarterback Cade Klubnik impressed along with a couple of pass catchers in Jelani Woods and AD Mitchell. Here’s a rundown of what those in attendance had to say about what went down.

Garrett Wilson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 28

Jets’ Garrett Wilson is all in on Knicks for NBA Finals run

The city of New York has some exciting things going on as of now, and the Jets are hoping to get into the fun at some point. The Jets see the success that the Knicks are having now, and Garrett Wilson might be one of their biggest fans right now.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / May 28

5 Thoughts from Jets' First Open OTA Practice

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- What was supposed to be a gorgeous day for football turned into a windy affair at 1 Jets Drive for the first open practice of the New York Jets' 2026 season.

Demario Davis News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 28

Demario Davis gets brutally honest on returning to Jets for 3rd stint

The New York Jets are looking to get the bad taste out of their mouth from last season, and they’ve made sure to make the necessary moves to improve. One of the moves they made was signing Demario Davis, and this makes it his third time with the Jets.

New York Jets News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 28

Cade Klubnik dazzles at OTAs, sends Jets fans into optimistic tizzy

The New York Jets should be a fascinating team to watch in 2026. New York added players all over the roster this offseason, including three first-round picks during the 2026 NFL Draft.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft

Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs

Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft

2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

Aaron Glenn News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 28

Jets HC Aaron Glenn makes blatantly obvious ‘improvement’ claim at OTAs

OTAs are underway as the New York Jets get an early look at the roster ahead of the 2026-27 season. During his early evaluation of the team, head coach Aaron Glenn made a rather obvious claim to media members after Thursday morning’s practice.

New York Jets News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 28

Jets’ Aaron Glenn sets up battle royale for QB2 behind Geno Smith

The New York Jets have made it clear that Geno Smith will be their starting quarterback in 2026. However, New York’s QB2 role is still up for grabs. The Jets currently have three contenders on their roster for the backup role.

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New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / May 28

Jets UDFA WR Is Quietly Biggest Winner of Irv Charles Trade

As the New York Jets took the field for their first of 10 organized team activities (OTAs) on Wednesday, general manager Darren Mougey surprised Jets Nation

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / May 28

How will the New York Jets distribute targets in 2026?

The New York Jets have a new-look offense entering 2026, especially in the passing game. With a new play-caller, a new quarterback, and two first-round picks, the group is completely revamped.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / May 28

Jets' Underrated Offseason Signing Puts Coaching Staff in Spotlight

There are were a lot of numbers that pointed to why the New York Jets were a disaster last season. Arguably the biggest one, though, was a matter of NFL history.

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

4 Jets Entering Their Final OTAs in New York

After general manager Darren Mougey spent the last two months reconstructing the Jets' roster, New York fans will finally get their first look at the revamped

NFL News / Total Pro Sports / May 27

New York Jets Trade WR To Seattle Seahawks In Surprise Offseason Move

The New York Jets traded wide receiver and special teams player Irvin Charles to the Seattle Seahawks on Tuesday in exchange for a conditional seventh-round draft pick in 2028, according to The Athletic.

Jowon Briggs News / Jets X-Factor / May 27

Alright, NFL media: Wake up and acknowledge this Jets stud

He’s one of the New York Jets’ brightest rising stars, and he has the potential to be among the NFL’s best players at a premium position. But if you bring him up in a conversation with a casual NFL fan as one of the reasons you’re optimistic about the Jets’ future, you’ll get a one-word response: “Who?” His name?

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / May 27

The New York Jets’ hidden Super Bowl puzzle piece

What are the essential components of a Super Bowl team? You’ll get a myriad of answers to that question. Everyone will include a franchise quarterback.

New York Jets News / JetNation.com / May 26

Cade Klubnik Tops List of Players to Watch as OTAs Kick off

When the New York Jets open up OTAs this week, the big name folks will be interested in hearing about is rookie quarterback Cade Klubnik. The rookie reportedly impressed during rookie minicamp and will now get his first shot to make plays against veteran NFL defenders.

New York Jets News / The Lead / May 26

What Were the Jets’ Five Best Moments Since 2010?

The New York Jets have the longest playoff drought in America going into the 2026 season. Over the last 16 years, Jets fans have had to endure 15 losing seasons, with zero playoff appearances to boot.

Frank Reich News / JetNation.com / May 26

Could Reich Connection Give Huge Jets Target Shot to Stick?

For the first time in a very long time, there’s some reason for optimism among Jets fans when looking at what Gang Green has cooking on the offensive side

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Yardbarker / May 26

Notre Dame HC already being linked with one NFL team

Notre Dame HC Marcus Freeman already being linked with one NFL team

Freeman has gone 43-12 with Notre Dame since the final game of the team's 2021 season.

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Andre Cisco News / Pro Football Rumors / May 24

Jets S Andre Cisco On Roster Bubble?

Andre Cisco joined the Jets during his first trip to free agency. The veteran safety elected to remain in place with New York this past March, but he may not be assured of a second season with the team.