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Brandon Stephens Embracing 'OG' Role in Jets' Cornerback Room

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- Brandon Stephens is not old. Not by today's standards. Not even by the average age of cornerbacks in the NFL. But the New York Jets cornerback is entering newfound territory in his second year with the team.

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New York Jets 53-man roster prediction: Post OTAs edition

The New York Jets’ OTAs are over, which means we are one step closer to training camp—and the 2026 season. Following OTAs, here is a look at our far-too-early 53-man roster prediction for Gang Green.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / June 14

One Free Agent Can Still Fix Jets' Linebacker Issue After OTAs

With the New York Jets officially done with OTAs, they’re preparing for mandatory minicamp next week, which will give players another opportunity to string together a few good practices before everyone leaves for the next few weeks and then comes back for training camp in July.

Braelon Allen News / New York Jets on SI / June 13

Jets' Braelon Allen Makes Surprise Weight Admission at OTAs

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- In NFL history, there have always been a rare blend of bigger running backs who fans felt would have been better served player a different position.

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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 / Jets X-Factor / June 13

New York Jets’ Frank Reich, Seth Ryan are perfect complements

The New York Jets feature an entirely new offensive coaching staff. Not only did the team hire Frank Reich as their offensive coordinator, but he also made his own staff hires, tinkering with other roles.

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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 13

One Jets OTA Breakout Is Too Good to Be True

Now that offseason team activities (OTAs) have come and gone, the focus shifts to mandatory minicamp on June 16 as the New York Jets try to piece together the best 53-man roster as possible.

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / June 13

These are the NY Jets’ 3 most underrated roster holes

Coming off a 3-14 season, the New York Jets made a plethora of roster moves to push the franchise is the right direction. Still, everything cannot be fixed in one offseason.

David Bailey News / New York Jets on SI / June 13

Karl Dunbar Opens Up About Jets' Return, David Bailey's Development

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- Karl Dunbar has been here before. The former defensive line coach for the New York Jets in the early 2010s is back with the team after a 12-year hiatus.

Buddy Ryan News / New York Jets on SI / June 12

Jets' Seth Ryan Carries Family Legacy into New Coaching Opportunity

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- He's a chip off the 'ole block. When Seth Ryan first agreed to be the passing game coordinator for the New York Jets, he understood he was joining a legacy few people in sports ever have a chance to be a part of.

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / June 12

Everything that needs to happen for Jets to win AFC East

Extending far longer than the New York Jets’ infamous playoff drought is their division title drought. The Jets have not won the AFC East since 2002. Few people expect that drought to end in 2026.

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / June 12

Do any New York Jets contracts rank among the NFL’s 10 worst?

While the New York Jets have a surplus of excellent value contracts, they also have a fair share of bad deals, which is hardly different from any NFL team.

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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

V.J. Payne News / New York Jets on SI / June 12

VJ Payne Shouldn't Be Overlooked Despite Lack of Buzz at Jets OTAs

The New York Jets officially finished OTAs on Thursday at Florham Park and will now turn their attention to mandatory minicamp, which begins on Tuesday, June 16.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / June 12

3 Jets Who May Have Lost Their Jobs After OTAs

As offseason team activities (OTAs) wrapped up on Thursday and the focus now turns to mandatory minicamp on June 16, some players are facing an uncertain future in Gang Green as the New York Jets try to put together the best 53-man roster and overcome a disappointing 3-14 season in 2025.

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The '6+ three-pointer NBA Finals games' quiz

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New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / June 12

How OTAs Changed the Jets' Cornerback Depth Chart

One of the several areas the New York Jets struggled last season was against the pass. The Jets allowed the most passing touchdowns (36) in the league,

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / June 12

Projecting Jets' 53-Man Roster & Depth Chart After OTAs

OTAs are finally in the books. We're over a month away from the start of training camp, but there are plenty of key takeaways to focus on following the last several weeks of work.

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 11

AFC East unanswered questions: Can Geno Smith save Aaron Glenn?

Teams have a much clearer picture of where they stand now that free agency and the NFL Draft are in the rearview mirror. That doesn't mean every question has been answered.

Bills insider addresses Stefon Diggs speculation

Mike Vrabel addresses Patriots' biggest concern ahead of training camp

Josh Allen opens up about DJ Moore, Joe Brady after offseason of change

The 'Passing + Rushing TD playoff games' quiz

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / June 11

The Biggest Jets' Weakness That Still Hasn't been Addressed at OTAs

Before the New York Jets took to the field for the start of OTAs, it was pretty clear where the team was lacking most: Linebacker, kicker, and backup quarterback.

Armand Membou News / New York Jets on SI / June 11

Armand Membou's 'Urgency' Is Setting Stage for Sophomore Stardom

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- If you asked most fans and media pundits, New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson is the team's best player. Running back Breece Hall or safety Minkah Fitzpatrick could lay claim to that title as well.

NFL News / The Lead / June 10

What Will the New York Jets’ 2026 Record Be?

The New York Jets finished 2025 tied for the worst record in the NFL. The team and fans alike will hope that there is marked improvement in the win-loss column going in to 2026.

Nahshon Wright News / JetNation.com / June 9

Jets Corner Hopes to Prove he’s no 'One-Year Wonder'

One of the more curious developments this past offseason was the league’s lack of interest in free agent cornerback Nahshon Wright before the Jets came

Aaron Glenn News / The SportsRush / June 9

Jets Coach Aaron Glenn’s Blunt Quote – ‘You Earn the Right’ – Puts Prime-Time Snub in Focus

New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn responded to his team’s complete prime-time shutout in the 2026 NFL schedule with three words that say everything about where this franchise currently stands: “You earn the right.“ The 2026 schedule dropped on June 7, and the Jets – playing in the nation’s largest market – received zero prime-time games.

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

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