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Jets Make Second WR Signing in a Week After Waiving Quentin Skinner

The Jets are continuing to reshuffle their wide receiver room as we enter the final set of organized team activities (OTAs) before mandatory minicamp. Last week, the team signed former Ohio State pass catcher Gee Scott, who reportedly had a tryout in New York.

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Jets Waiving WR Quentin Skinner With Injury Designation

Brian Costello reports the Jets are waiving WR Quentin Skinner with an injury designation. In correspondence, the Jets are signing UDFA WR Jalen Walthall out of Incarnate Word, per Costello.

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / June 8

Top 3 questions that will determine NY Jets’ 2026 win total

Biggest Jets OTA Overreaction Starts in the Linebacker Room

Organized team activities are always an easy opportunity for fans and media to overreact to certain players or problems that each team may have. A big play or difficult practice could lead some fans to panic well before it's acceptable to do so.

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The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

Some of the greatest players in NFL history have graced the cover of "Madden." How many of these players can you name in five minutes?

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New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / June 8

Jets Are Getting Snubbed in 'Worst to First' Ranking After Further Review

NFL history is a fickle thing. Almost every year, a team considered bad one year can turn it around in a major way and reach the playoffs. The "worst to first" moniker has followed teams around the league.

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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 / New York Jets on SI / June 8

One Surprise and One Disappointment from Jets OTAs

We're just about at the halfway point of OTAs for the New York Jets, and there's a lot to like about what the team has shown so far. Coaching appears more intentional, the offense is finding its groove in a new system, and the defense is faster than it has been in recent years.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / June 8

Aaron Glenn reacts to Jets getting shut out of primetime next season

Aaron Glenn is by no means surprised that the NFL’s national TV partners aren’t high on his New York Jets. The Jets were one of five NFL teams completely left off the prime time slate for the upcoming season, joining the Arizona Cardinals, Miami Dolphins, Las Vegas Raiders, and Tennessee Titans.

NFL News / JetNation.com / June 7

Jets 2026 Preseason Schedule Announced, Giants Matchup Closes Summer Slate

On Wednesday, the NFL officially announced the 2026 preseason schedule, and the New York Jets will once again have three opportunities to evaluate their roster before the regular season begins.

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / June 7

Why New York Jets edge David Bailey is the ‘clear’ DROY favorite

It’s not often that the No. 2 overall pick arrives with modest expectations. The seemingly endless buildup to the 2026 NFL draft was littered with narratives associated with how “weak” the class was as a whole.

Breece Hall News / Jets X-Factor / June 7

The NY Jets need it badly: Will Breece Hall bring it back?

Here’s a little fact you didn’t need to read Jets X-Factor to learn: The New York Jets’ offense stunk in 2025—royally so. New York’s offense found the end zone just 26 times, tied for the second-fewest in the NFL.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / June 7

Calling 2026 Jets a 'Bridge Team' Is Selling Them Way Short

Expectations are low for the New York Jets in 2026. DraftKings Sportsbook has the current win total for Gang Green at just 5.5. This is despite the fact the organization went through an overhaul this offseason and brought in quality players at almost every position.

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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

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 6

Could a Baker Mayfield trade happen amid contract standoff with Buccaneers?

Baker Mayfield spoke publicly for the first time this offseason on Friday at his youth football camp. He revealed that contract extension talks with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are “not anywhere close” to where he envisioned.

Baker Mayfield shares alarming update about contract talks with Buccaneers

Baker Mayfield breaks silence about Mike Evans leaving Buccaneers for 49ers

The 'Most 20-passing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / June 6

Here’s where NY Jets’ top defensive trio ranks across the NFL

National media outlets continue to roll out league-wide rankings to fill the NFL offseason, and the same theme holds: the New York Jets are not generating much hype.

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The 'Most 20-point, 10-rebound seasons' quiz

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Cade York News / New York Jets on SI / June 6

Jets' Revolving Door at Kicker Could Finally Be Over

When it comes to the New York Jets kicking situation, their recent roster moves look more like a Broadway production than a true NFL competition. One kicker gets signed, two days later they are released.

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / June 6

Is Darren Mougey the NY Jets’ Leon Rose?

The current headlining story in sports is the New York Knicks’ incredible playoff run. After winning 13 straight postseason games and the first two games of the NBA Finals, New York will head to Madison Square Garden with a commanding lead in the series.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / June 6

What Jets Fans Should Make of David Bailey's Quiet OTAs

Through the first few weeks of OTAs with the New York Jets, most of the top picks from April's historic 2026 draft class have made impact plays when possible.

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / June 5

Could the New York Jets trade for this Steelers edge defender?

While the New York Jets improved their defensive line tremendously this offseason, they could potentially make another move at edge rusher before the season starts.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / June 5

Jets OTAs Have Shone Negative Light on Ongoing Kicker Competition

It was not that long ago that Will Ferrin, Lenny Krieg, and Cade York were projected to be competing for the starting kicker position for the New York Jets.

Gus Hartwig News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 5

Jets Cut C Gus Hartwig From PUP List

The New York Jets officially waived C Gus Hartwig from their physically unable to perform list on Friday, per the NFL Transactions wire. Hartwig, 24, caught on with the Jets as an undrafted free agent out of Purdue in May of last year.

Geno Smith News / New York Jets on SI / June 5

Geno Smith's Outlook Is Brighter Than Ever After Young Tackles Impress in OTAs

As the Jets continue going through the ebb and flow of organized team activities (OTAs), fans are likely wondering what type of team we will see this upcoming season.

Brandon Stephens News / New York Jets on SI / June 5

Brandon Stephens Given New Chance to Impress Jets in Wake of AJ Brown Trade

One position group that was at the forefront for the New York Jets entering the offseason was the cornerback room, especially considering that the Jets became the first team in league history without a single interception in a season.

Mark Gastineau News / JetNation.com / June 4

Mark Gastineau Talks New Book, Health Update and Jets Career

New York Jets great Mark Gastineau has a book out called Leaving the 99 for the one and he took the time to sit down JetNation.com as he and his wife JoAnn touched on a variety of subjects.

Aaron Glenn News / Yardbarker / June 4

New job-security update for Jets' Aaron Glenn emerges

Is Glenn coaching for his job?

Jets cut kicker just one week after signing him

The 'NFL head coach wins leaders' quiz

Russell Wilson News / Yardbarker / June 1

Russell Wilson makes major career decision after Jets rumors

It appears that Wilson is ready to embrace the next chapter of his football-related journey.

Giants make Odell Beckham Jr. decision after signing a different WR

Adam Schefter shares alarming Malik Nabers injury update

Shedeur Sanders gets even more bad news in Browns' QB competition

The 'Passing leaders by NFL team' quiz

Kobe King News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 1

Jets Cut Two Players Including LB Kobe King

The New York Jets are making a few roster cuts on Monday including waiving K Lenny Krieg and waiving LB Kobe King with an injury designation. Should King clear waivers tomorrow, he would revert to the team’s injured reserve list.