3 questions Jets still must answer following training camp

Over the past month, the New York Jets have worked tirelessly to prepare their roster for a grueling 17-game season. First-year head coach Aaron Glenn has done everything necessary to get the team ready during his first training camp with the organization.

Like any team at this stage, though, the Jets are not a finished product.

As they prepare for their final preseason game of August, several key questions r emain unanswered before they take the field in Week 1.

Here’s a breakdown of the biggest concerns facing the team ahead of cutdown day.

Jets’ Remaining Questions

New York took a diligent approach to improving the roster this offseason. The team upgraded several positions with young, promising talent. But while meaningful strides have been made, not every need has been addressed.

Three major questions still linger.

Who is the second receiving option?

After a month of training camp practices, it’s still unclear who will emerge as the team’s top receiving threat behind Garrett Wilson. Rookie wide receiver Arian Smith has shown flashes, and several veterans are still competing for playing time.

So far, though, no one has separated themselves in a significant way.

The Jets have other options, including tight end Mason Taylor and running back Breece Hall, both of whom are expected to have key roles in the passing game.

But whether they can adequately fill the No. 2 wide receiver role remains uncertain.

Do the Jets have enough along the defensive line?

The Jets traded for defensive tackles Harrison Phillips and Jowon Briggs on Wednesday and released Phidarian Mathis on Thursd ay. While those moves addressed depth, concerns remain about the entire defensive front.

Edge rusher Jermaine Johnson returned to practice Wednesday, but the team still lacks proven, reliable options at defensive end, and along their defensive line.

The overall strength of the defensive line may not be fully known until the regular season begins.

Can the Jets play disciplined football?

New York has been the most penalized team in the NFL over the past two seasons. That lack of discipline has been a major factor in the team’s ongoing struggles.

Glenn has focused on improving that area this offseason. But through two preseason games, the Jets have continued to rack up penalties, showing little sign of progress under the new coaching staff.

Until the team proves it can play with the discipline expected of playoff contenders, penalties will remain a significant concern heading into Week 1.