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'Too Young and Too Talented to Be Written Off': Jets’ Geno Smith Sends Blunt Message for WR Adonai Mitchell Amidst Recent Struggles

At the NFL, a promising player can quickly become an afterthought when production fails to match the hype, while one strong opportunity can completely flip the story.

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New York Jets can’t seem to figure out one key position and it could come back to haunt them greatly in the 2026 season

The New York Jets have dealt with struggles at Kicker in the 2026 preseason, and don’t seem to be close to a full-on solution for 2026 at that position.

New York Jets News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 2

Jets Officially Hosted Five Players

The New York Jets officially hosted K Michael Badgley, LS Garrison Grimes, K Joshua Karty, and K Justin Tucker for workouts on Wednesday, per the NFL Transactions wire. New York also brought in OT Brant Banks for a visit.

NFL News / Field Level Media / September 2

Justin Tucker among 3 kickers to work out for Jets

Former Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker was one of three kickers to work out Wednesday for the New York Jets, multiple media outlets reported. Also at the workout were Michael Badgley and Joshua Karty.

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The 'Most starts by an NFL QB' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks to start at least 150 NFL games in the Super Bowl era (since 1966) can you name in six minutes?

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New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / September 2

3 Jets Who Could Be on Chopping Block Despite Making 53-Man Roster

The dust has settled across the NFL, as 32 teams have not only trimmed their roster to 53 players, but also have signed the standard 16 to the practice squad.

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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 / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 2

Justin Tucker lands workout with Jets amid kicker shuffle

In shocking fashion, the New York Jets have just completed a workout with former Baltimore Raven and one of the greatest kickers in NFL history, Justin Tucker.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 2

Will Levis and Joe Milton Could Give the Jets a Backup Plan Behind Cade Klubnik

There are still players on the market that might interest the 2026 edition of the New York Jets, even if their 53-man roster is set. Teams always scour the waiver wires and keep in touch with free agents that may help out in a pinch.

New York Jets News / Athlon Sports / September 2

New York Jets Rookies May Be A Key To Rising Up

The New York Jets are hoping a Biblical prophecy applies to them. “A little child shall lead them” is from Isaiah 11:6 in the Old Testament. In the Jets case, the team is hoping a draft crop of youngsters that includes three No.

New York Jets News / Athlon Sports / September 2

New York Jets Practice Squad Tracker: Who They Kept After Cuts

Ladies and gentlemen, meet the players who may make a difference on any given NFL Sunday – or not. We’re talking about the 2026 New York Jets practice squad, as they are officially known, although sometimes called a taxi squad.

Geno Smith News / Jets X-Factor / September 2

Every reason Geno Smith is poised to succeed with the 2026 Jets

Geno Smith is getting ready for his first season back with the New York Jets. He will be the Jets’ seventh Week 1 starter over the past decade, and he’s looking to switch the narrative of his career in New York after a rocky first stint.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / September 2

3 Burning Questions Jets Must Answer Before Week 1 (QB Depth Chart Among Glaring Concerns)

After a disappointing conclusion to the preseason, it is clear the Jets are still a work in progress despite the gains they appear to have made over the offseason.

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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.

New York Jets News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 2

Why Field Yates believes David Bailey will make an instant impact for Jets

The New York Jets have had five players who were named Defensive Rookie of the Year. David Bailey is looking to add his name to the list. Bailey is hoping to join Erik McMillan in 1988, Hugh Douglas in 1995, Jonathan Vilma in 2004, Sheldon Richardson in 2013, and Sauce Gardner in 2002.

New York Jets News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 2

Jets’ biggest mistake on 53-man roster cutdown day ahead of 2026 NFL season

Aaron Glenn took on a remarkably difficult assignment when he became the New York Jets head coach after concluding a successful run as the defensive coordinator of the Detroit Lions at the conclusion of the 2024 season.

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The 'Multiple 3-HR games in a season' quiz

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New York Jets News / Athlon Sports / September 1

New York Jets Hope New Coach Changes 'Same Old Jets' Refrain

This may be the year the New York Jets offense finally takes flight. A new pilot is in charge of the details, and that may make a big difference. After struggling under first-time offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand in the 2025 season, the Jets are now under the control of the ultra-experienced Frank Reich.

New York Jets News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 1

Jets Announce Two Practice Squad Moves

The New York Jets announced they signed OL Kohl Levao to the practice squad and released WR Cam Camper in a corresponding move. New York’s practice squad

New York Jets News / Viral Sports News / September 1

Jets Make Move to Sign New Quarterback Before Week 1

The New York Jets brought quarterback Bailey Zappe back into the fold Tuesday, signing the veteran to the practice squad only days after cutting him during final roster trimming.

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / September 1

The 5 different types of NY Jets fan entering Week 1 of 2026

The New York Jets are just 12 days away from the opening game of their 2026 season, which is poised to be a pivotal one for the franchise. Rather than being unequivocally united in the pursuit of a championship, Jets fans are split into many factions as the opener approaches.

Aaron Glenn News / A to Z Sports / September 1

Aaron Glenn shows supreme confidence in a New York Jets rookie who has the potential to be the future of the franchise

Jets HC Aaron Glenn has already named rookie 4th-round pick Cade Klubnik as the team’s backup quarterback after paving the way for him. The New York Jets are rolling with Cade Klubnik, their fourth-round rookie out of Clemson, as the backup quarterback behind Geno Smith.

Bailey Zappe News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 1

Jets Re-Sign QB Bailey Zappe To Practice Squad

The New York Jets announced they have re-signed QB Bailey Zappe to the practice squad. Zappe, 27, was selected in the fourth round of the 2022 draft by the Patriots out of Western Kentucky.

New York Jets News / Yardbarker / September 1

Jets reporter shares massive update on Tomlin, Glenn rumors

Jets reporter shares massive update on Mike Tomlin, Aaron Glenn rumors

The Jets lost their first seven games last season, Glenn's first as the team's head coach.

Jets make surprising decision on their backup QB

The '2024 rushing touchdown leaders by NFL team' quiz

New York Jets News / Larry Brown Sports / September 2

Jets cut veteran kicker days after he won the starting job

On August 25, the New York Jets cut kicker Cade York, which meant veteran Jason Sanders had won the job going into the regular season. On Monday, the Jets then released Sanders just hours after claiming Indianapolis Colts kicker Blake Grupe on waivers.

New York Jets News / Pro Football Rumors / August 31

Jets Name Cade Klubnik Backup QB

The Jets included Bailey Zappe in their Sunday roster cuts. Brady Cook was waived, and on Monday the Dolphins put in a claim in his case. Geno Smith remains in place as New York’s starter for 2026, with Cade Klubnik the only other passer currently on the active roster.