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Three First-Round Picks Have the Jets Grading Out Near the Very Top of the League

The New York Jets are hoping their 2026 NFL Draft class will become franchise cornerstones for years to come. They were one of the few teams fortunate enough to have multiple first-round picks in this year's draft, using them to select David Bailey, Kenyon Sadiq, and Omar Cooper Jr.

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Jets Training Camp Preview By Position: New-Look Defensive Line Offers Bright Future

The New York Jets' second training camp of the Aaron Glenn era in Florham Park is rapidly approaching, with rookies reporting on July 25 and veterans on July 28.

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Exiled Jets Player Sends Strong Message on Potential Reunion

After a single season with the Las Vegas Raiders, veteran defender Jamal Adams finds himself once again searching for a new home as an unrestricted free agent.

Geno Smith News / New York Jets on SI / July 16

Jets QB Geno Smith: Veteran Signal Caller Returns to New York as No. 8 Player in 2026

Our list of the top 25 most important New York Jets entering the 2026 season continues with veteran quarterback Geno Smith, who comes in at No. 8. Smith,

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How many of the career leaders in rushing touchdowns for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Ethan Pocic News / Jets X-Factor / July 16

The NY Jets need to go out and sign Ethan Pocic, pronto

The New York Jets have been presented with a golden opportunity. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, free agent center Ethan Pocic has been cleared by doctors to participate in training camp.

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The top beneficiaries from the 2026 NFL offseason

NFL teams annually make moves late in the summer, but rosters are mostly set after free agency and the draft. Here are the players who benefited from this year's offseason carousel.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / July 16

Jets' Defensive Line Additions Could Alter 2026 Defense

A lot has changed in the NFL over its 100-year history. One thing that hasn't, though, is the baseline expectation of how to win football games. From the 1940s to the current day, teams with the best trench play tend to win games on Sunday.

Garrett Wilson News / Athlon Sports / July 16

Garrett Wilson Fell Out of the Top 10, But a Healthy Season Changes That

New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson found himself on the outside looking in on ESPN's top-10 wide receiver rankings heading into the 2026 NFL season.

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / July 16

Could the NY Jets have an elite run defense in 2026?

In a season where they won three games and were outscored by 203 points, the 2025 New York Jets had countless issues. The top headliners were horrendous quarterbacking, an interception allergy, and the lack of a 400-yard receiver.

New York Jets News / Athlon Sports / July 16

Breece Hall Praises Armand Membou and Olu Fashanu as Future $100M Tackles

New York Jets running back Breece Hall is coming off the best season of his career. Hall eclipsed 1,000 rushing yards for the first time in his career, finishing the season with 1,065 yards on the ground.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / July 16

Newest Jets Defensive Centerpiece Given Credit in NFL Top-10 List

The New York Jets had a strong offseason. Among the many improvements the team made, they infused their ailing defense with quality stars at each level of the unit.

New York Jets News / Pro Football Rumors / July 15

Jets Focusing On Size During Rebuild

After watching former No. 3 overall pick Sam Darnold win the Super Bowl, the Jets find themselves in the midst of yet another rebuild. New York hoped a

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One player from every NFL team who will bounce back in 2026

The 2025 NFL season didn't go as smoothly as hoped for some proven players. These players are the top candidates on their respective teams to bounce back this season.

Geno Smith News / Yardbarker / July 15

Geno Smith heads into second stint with Jets without massive distraction

Quarterback Geno Smith's first time around with the New York Jets didn't go quite as planned.

Police make major decision on Geno Smith assault case

Insider raises major question about Panthers QB Bryce Young

Cowboys QB Dak Prescott finally gets the respect he deserves

Jon Gruden compares Steelers' Will Howard to Super Bowl champion QB

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Minkah Fitzpatrick News / New York Jets on SI / July 15

Jets S Minkah Fitzpatrick: Former All-Pro Is New York's No. 9 Player

Our list of the top 25 most important New York Jets entering the 2026 season goes into the top 10 with safety Minkah Fitzpatrick, a player with All-Pro pedigree who is on a Hall-of-Fame type of career path.

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Garrett Wilson News / Viral Sports News / July 15

Jets Could be Hit With Trade Demand From Star Player

As the NFL prepares for another season, one name quietly emerging as a potential candidate for future trade requests is New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson.

Geno Smith News / QBFanCentral / July 15

Authorities reveal why they won’t investigate Geno Smith further for alleged violent conduct

It looks like the New York Jets quarterback, Geno Smith, might have finally received relief in the alleged case of battery against a woman at his home, as the investigation has been declared inactive until further developments.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / July 15

Jets Should Invite Unsigned Veteran Lineman to Training Camp

Even though we’re currently in the dog days of summer, the football season continues to draw closer. In less than two weeks, the New York Jets will begin training camp, with rookies reporting on July 25 and veterans on July 28.

Geno Smith News / Pro Football Rumors / July 14

Geno Smith Case Declared Inactive By Police

Following an incident in June when police were called to Jets quarterback Geno Smith‘s home over a battery allegation, the case has been dropped. According to ESPN’s Rich Cimini, the case has been “declared inactive by police.” Cimini adds that the investigation has concluded and no charges will be brought against Smith.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 14

Bills Claim WR Quentin Skinner From Jets, Cut WR Deven Thompkins

The Buffalo Bills claimed WR Quentin Skinner off the waiver wire from the Jets, per the NFL transaction wire. To make room, the Bills released WR Deven

Geno Smith News / Larry Brown Sports / July 14

Police make major decision on Geno Smith assault case

New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith is off the hook in relation to recent assault allegations. The battery investigation into Smith has been closed and the quarterback will not face charges, the Davie, Fla.

Aaron Glenn News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Jets Head Coach Aaron Glenn Is Already on ‘Hottest Seat in the NFL’

Going into the 2026 NFL season, 10 teams have new head coaches. Perhaps surprisingly, the New York Jets are not one of them. Aaron Glenn survived his first season as Jets head coach, despite the team’s 3-14 record.

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / July 14

Projecting the NY Jets’ 2026 DL snap counts: Who leads the unit?

The New York Jets did what they needed to do after ranking 31st in sacks and 29th in rushing yards allowed. General manager Darren Mougey completely revamped the team’s defensive line in the 2026 offseason.

New York Jets News / JetNation.com / July 14

Mougey Overtaking Aaron Glenn at 1JD was Obvious Months ago

Former WFAN personality Mike Francessa has used his podcast to double-down on a claim he made several months ago, saying Jets GM Darren Mougey now sits above head coach Aaron Glenn when it comes to organizational decisions at 1 Jets Drive. For anyone paying attention to the two, this should have been obvious some time ago.

Breece Hall News / JetNation.com / July 14

The Numbers Say the Jets Should Ride Breece Hall

The Jets made a statement this offseason when they signed Breece Hall to a contract extension. They didn’t have to do it when they did, but they chose to make sure one of their best offensive players remained part of the foundation moving forward. Now comes the interesting part.

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