New York Jets: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / May 24

The QB lesson NY Jets fans have to learn from last 2 SB winners

“They must tank for the 2026 season to be successful!” It’s a common narrative about the New York Jets these days. Some of the Jets’ own fans have subscribed to it.

New York Jets News / JetNation.com / May 24

Will Playmaker Emerge From Jets Crowded Safety Room?

When the Jets kick off the 2026 season, one of the biggest questions facing Aaron Glenn and company is who, if anyone, might emerge from a now crowded

Russell Wilson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 24

Jets rumors: Why insider still isn’t ruling out possible Russell Wilson signing

The New York Jets have committed to Geno Smith as their starting quarterback in 2026. However, the backup quarterback role is still up for grabs. The Jets did use a fourth-round pick on Cade Klubik and are hoping he wins the job.

Garrett Wilson News / Jets X-Factor / May 24

The Jets have to change this unacceptable Garrett Wilson stat

You would never guess it based on his jaw-dropping highlight reels or his impressive streak of three consecutive 1,000-yard seasons, but this stat about Garrett Wilson is completely true: He has never ranked in the top 20 among wide receivers in deep receptions during a single season.

Geno Smith News / Jets X-Factor / May 23

In how many games will Jets have QB advantage with Geno Smith?

A sizable chunk of NFL games are decided by one simple question: Which quarterback was better? In the 2025 season, teams posted a 208-71 record (.746) when they finished with a better passer rating than their opponent, equivalent to about 12.7 wins over a 17-game schedule.

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 / New York Jets on SI / May 23

Why Jets' Linebacker Needs Aren't as Dire as Fans May Think

If a straw poll were to be taken by Jets fans across the country on the one position they were most concerned about heading into organized team activities (OTAs) this year, the answer would be unanimous: Linebacker.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / May 23

One Jets Rookie In Line to Standout Most During OTAs

We're just days away from the Jets opening the next stage of their offseason workout schedule under head coach Aaron Glenn: organized team activities (OTAs).

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / May 23

Ranking NY Jets’ 2026 rookies in order of likely Year 1 impact

The NFL draft was nearly a month ago, meaning we have had plenty of time to dissect each and every one of the New York Jets’ eight selections. Today, we rank each pick in order of their expected contributions as rookies.

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

The 6 Jets UDFAs Who Actually Matter at OTAs

Next up for the Jets in their offseason program is offseason team activities (OTAs), which begin on May 27. While there is still a lot of work for them to do after a 3-14 season, some huge upgrades in the draft and some key offseason acquisitions have put the Jets in a decent position.

Breece Hall News / JetNation.com / May 23

Jets News – Kenyon Sadiq, Breece Hall & More

The offseason conversation around the New York Jets remained busy on May 22 as fans continued reacting to the 2026 schedule, rookie minicamp developments, and expectations for Aaron Glenn’s first season leading the team.

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

New York Jets Have Yet to Sign Shaq Thompson and It Could Be a Major Mistake

Although New York Jets general manager Darren Mougey made significant upgrades across the roster this offseason, he didn’t fully address the linebacker room.

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.

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Geno Smith News / Jets X-Factor / May 22

Peak Geno Smith would be the best Jets QB since…?

The New York Jets’ decision to reunite with Geno Smith and tab him as their surefire starting quarterback has been met with plenty of laughs around the NFL media space.

Dylan Parham News / Jets X-Factor / May 22

Jets ‘worst offseason signing’ has been named, and it’s off-base

The New York Jets’ 2026 free agency haul was well-received by most fans and analysts. In a year where there wasn’t much high-end talent to be found on the open market, the Jets focused on adding a quantity of players to reasonable deals, filling out a large portion of the holes on their depth chart.

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

3 Under-the-Radar Jets Trade Targets to Solve QB2 Problem

The Jets are not close to solving their lingering backup quarterback problem as organized team activities (OTAs) are set to begin next week. As things currently stand, rookie Cade Klubnik, Brady Cook and Bailey Zappe are in the mix to be Geno Smith’s backup.

NFL News / New York Jets on SI / May 21

Jets' Week 1 vs. Titans Isn't Revenge Game for Robert Saleh, but Could Set Tone for Aaron Glenn's 2nd Season

It's been over a year and a half since Robert Saleh was head coach of the New York Jets. It didn't work out quite like the defensive-minded coach had hoped.

Cade York News / New York Jets on SI / May 21

3 Kickers Jets Should Keep in Mind as Competition Moves to OTAs

As offseason team activities (OTAs) rapidly approach on May 27, some players face an uncertain future with the New York Jets for one reason or another.

Darren Mougey News / New York Jets on SI / May 21

Darren Mougey's GM Rating Is Fair for Now

Improvement doesn't simply happen overnight. Not in the NFL, at least. It's a gradual incline of key moments that culminate in an organization finally putting the finishing touches on a team that's about to become one of the most feared in the NFL.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / May 21

When Do Jets Begin 2026 OTA Workouts?

The rookies are on the field, and veterans have been through the early stages of the NFL's regulated offseason workout session. Next up? Organized Team Activities.