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Omar Cooper Jr. Omar Cooper Jr. Solidifying spot in three-wide sets
Mon, Jun 29, 2026, 9:51 AM
Cooper was the Jets' most impressive rookie in spring practices and looks to have solidified his spot in three-receiver sets, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Jets traded up into the first round to draft Cooper 30th overall. The versatile rookie out of Indiana played both on the outside and in the slot in college, which should help Cooper get on the field consistently alongside Garrett Wilson and Adonai Mitchell. Per Geoffrey A. Knox of USA Today Jets Wire, Mitchell and slot receiver option Isaiah Williams were two of the Jets' top performers during the offseason program, so Cooper will need to continue building on his strong spring to secure playing time. That being said, Cimini expects Cooper's physical playing style to help the rookie shine even more once the pads come on in training camp. |
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Kenyon Sadiq Kenyon Sadiq Expected to be ready for camp
Mon, Jun 29, 2026, 9:46 AM
Sadiq (abdomen) is expected to be ready for training camp, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Sadiq missed OTAs and minicamp due to hernia surgery, which stemmed from a college injury that the Jets said they were aware of when they drafted Sadiq with the 16th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Sadiq will have to play catch-up once healthy, but offensive coordinator Frank Reich has a plan for getting the athletic tight end up to speed. Reich views Sadiq as a mismatch for defenders due to the rookie's mix of speed (4.39-second 40-yard dash) and size (6-foot-3, 241 pounds). |
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Geno Smith Geno Smith Incident being investigated
Tue, Jun 23, 2026, 11:48 AM
Smith is being investigated in relation to a Sunday afternoon incident in which a woman accused him of battery, Rich Cimini of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Per Cimini, a Davie, Florida police spokesperson noted Tuesday: "We were informed (Monday) evening that, during review, it was determined that this case is being further investigated by detectives. It is active and we cannot release any additional information at this time." Smith was acquired in a March trade with the Raiders and was subsequently named the Jets' starting quarterback for 2026. The team's training camp is set to open July 25th for rookies and July 28 for veteran players. |
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Lands extension with Jets
Mon, Jun 15, 2026, 10:18 AM
Tippmann has agreed to a four-year, $62 million extension with the Jets, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Tippmann, who was approaching the final year of his rookie pact, now is under contract with the Jets through 2030 on a deal that includes $31 million in new guarantees, per Cimini. The 2023 second-rounder, who has missed only one regular-season game through his first three campaigns as a pro, worked at center in 2023 and parts of 2024, but made the full-time switch to right guard (where he'll continue to start) last year. |
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Cade Klubnik Cade Klubnik Nursing back tightness
Wed, Jun 10, 2026, 3:13 PM
Klubnik is dealing with back tightness and won't practice Wednesday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: It appears as if Klubnik avoided a serious back injury, as head coach Aaron Glenn told reporters Wednesday that he expects the rookie quarterback to return for the Jets' minicamp next week. During his final collegiate season at Clemson, Klubnik threw for 2,943 yards, 16 touchdowns and six interceptions while adding 94 yards and four touchdowns on the ground. He's expected to compete for New York's No. 2 QB spot as the offseason progresses. |
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Braelon Allen Braelon Allen Pushing 250 pounds
Wed, Jun 10, 2026, 1:42 PM
Allen is up to 250 pounds for OTAs after playing at 238-240 last year, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: In terms of physical measurements, Allen is perhaps the closest thing to Derrick Henry among NFL running backs, now pushing 250 pounds on a 6-foot-1 frame. The concern is that Allen was already a far cry from Henry in terms of speed and agility when playing at his (relatively) lighter weight of 238-240 pounds. The 22-year-old looks like a DE or OLB at first glance, and he told reporters Wednesday that his body-fat percentage is at an all-time low. Allen also said he's back at full strength after undergoing season-ending surgery on an MCL injury last fall. He's the youngest player from the 2024 draft class -- younger than most incoming rookies, in fact -- and is again positioned to compete with fellow 2024 draft pick Isaiah Davis for backup work behind long-time starter Breece Hall. It's also possible Allen and Davis have distinct roles, with the former more focused on power rushing and the latter more geared toward passing downs. |
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Quentin Skinner Quentin Skinner Goes to Jets' IR
Tue, Jun 9, 2026, 7:20 PM
Skinner (undisclosed) reverted from waivers to the Jets' injured reserve list Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Skinner went unclaimed after the Jets waived him with an injury designation Monday, and now he'll have to miss the entire 2026 season unless he negotiates an injury settlement with the team. In the meantime, his absence could open up more opportunities at practice for recent free agent acquisition Gee Scott and rookie undrafted free agent Jalen Walthall. |
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Jalen Walthall Jalen Walthall Finds work with Jets
Mon, Jun 8, 2026, 3:13 PM
Walthall signed with the Jets on Monday.
Analysis: Walthall was waived by the Texans last week but already has found a new home with the Jets. The 23-year-old undrafted rookie from Incarnate Word recorded 155 receptions for 2,137 yards and 22 touchdowns across 24 games during his final two collegiate seasons. He's expected to battle for a depth spot in the Jets' receiving corps as the offseason progresses. |
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Gee Scott Gee Scott Signs with Jets as receiver
Thu, Jun 4, 2026, 6:47 PM
The Jets signed Scott on Thursday, Amanda Vogt of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Per Connor Hughes of SNY.tv, Scott has cut some weight and recently worked out with the club as a wide receiver before being signed. He'll probably need to make a great early impression with the coaching staff to have any chance at a spot on the final 53-man roster for 2026. |
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Reverts to Jets' IR
Wed, Jun 3, 2026, 8:10 PM
King (undisclosed) reverted from waivers to the Jets' injured reserve list Wednesday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: King wasn't claimed by another team after the Jets waived him Monday, so now he'll have to spend the entire 2026 campaign on IR unless he negotiates an injury settlement with the team. For now, his absence could free up more reps at linebacker for rookie undrafted free agents Jaden Keller and Chase Wilson. |
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Adonai Mitchell Adonai Mitchell Meshing well with new QB
Wed, Jun 3, 2026, 3:51 PM
Mitchell has showcased impressive chemistry with new starting quarterback Geno Smith at OTAs, Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Mitchell was, specifically, Smith's most-targeted pass-catcher during Tuesday's practice, in which the Jets ran drills to simulate high-pressure situations such as third-and-long. Rosenblatt also notes that Mitchell and Smith connected frequently during 7-on-7 and 11-on-11 drills in May. New York acquired Mitchell via trade with the Colts last November, and across eight games with the team he secured 25 of 59 targets for 312 yards and two scores, including an 8-102-1 performance against the Falcons in Week 13. With the Jets' offense seemingly in position to take a step forward with Smith under center in 2026, Mitchell will have an opportunity to capitalize on a starting role alongside Garrett Wilson and rookie first-round pick Omar Cooper. |
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Jason Sanders Jason Sanders Replacing Koo in New York
Wed, Jun 3, 2026, 2:54 PM
The Jets are signing Sanders and waiving Younghoe Koo, Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Sanders took just one day to find a new team after the Giants released him on Tuesday. He held down the placekicking job in Miami from 2018 to 2024, but after missing all of last season with a hip injury, Sanders may have to compete with Cade York (groin) for the Jets' placekicker job. York has been missing OTA practices due to a groin injury, so the Jets might even consider bringing in another kicker at some point. |
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Participating in OTAs
Mon, Jun 1, 2026, 7:34 PM
Thomas (shoulder) is participating in OTAs, Rich Cimini of ESPN reports.
Analysis: The cornerback's 2025 season ended in December when he suffered the shoulder injury. A third-round pick a year ago, Thomas played in 12 games and on 311 defensive snaps as a rookie, recording seven pass breakups. He should be in the mix for a role again as 2026 approaches. |
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Da'Quan Felton Da'Quan Felton Signs with Jets
Mon, Jun 1, 2026, 6:48 PM
Felton signed with the Jets on Monday, Eric Allen of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: The wide receiver agreed to a deal with the Giants as an undrafted free agent last April, got waived with an injury designation before the 2025 campaign, spent the season on injured reserve with an undisclosed issue and got waived again by the G-Men in April. Now, Felton will try to find a home with the other New York team. The Virginia Tech product caught 70 passes for 1,027 yards and 10 touchdowns in two seasons with the Hokies. |
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Bailey Zappe Bailey Zappe Competing for backup role
Mon, Jun 1, 2026, 6:35 PM
Zappe is serving as the second-team quarterback for the Jets during organized team activities, Rich Cimini of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Zappe has nine career regular-season starts, giving him more experience than fourth-round pick Cade Klubnik and second-year pro Brady Cook. With Geno Smith locked in as the team's starter, Zappe, Klubnik and Cook are competing in an "open competition" for the backup role, per Cimini. |
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Garrett Wilson Garrett Wilson Praises new OC's system
Mon, Jun 1, 2026, 1:06 PM
Wilson has praised new offensive coordinator Frank Reich's system during OTAs, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: "This is probably one of the offenses that I'm going to look back on in a few years and love the most," Wilson said Thursday, adding that he appreciates the empowering nature of Reich's approach, which leaves more decisions in receivers' hands during plays. Wilson overcame subpar coaching and quarterback play to exceed 1,000 receiving yards in each of his first three NFL seasons, but the 2022 first-round pick had just 395 receiving yards in 2025 while missing 10 games due to a knee injury, from which Wilson has since recovered. |
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Cade York Cade York Dealing with groin injury
Thu, May 28, 2026, 6:05 PM
York (groin) has not been able to participate in OTAs this week, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: It's unclear if the issue is serious and will require York to miss time beyond this week, though it likely contributed to New York's recent signing of Younghoe Koo, according to Cimini. York signed a one-year deal with the Jets in March after not seeing any regular-season action in 2025. |
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Garrett Wilson Garrett Wilson Participating in OTAs
Thu, May 28, 2026, 12:09 PM
Wilson (knee) is participating in OTAs this week, Ryan Dunleavy of the New York Post reports.
Analysis: After not missing a game during his first three seasons in the league, Wilson was limited to just seven contests last regular season. He hyperextended his knee in Week 6 against the Broncos and was placed on injured reserve before returning for Week 10 against the Browns. Wilson played just 19 offensive snaps against Cleveland and sprained the same knee. He was shut down for the remainder of a lost season for New York. Now healthy, Wilson is looking to build chemistry with new starting QB Geno Smith. |
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Kenyon Sadiq Kenyon Sadiq Out for OTAs after hernia surgery
Thu, May 28, 2026, 10:29 AM
Coach Aaron Glenn said Sadiq (abdomen) underwent a "minor procedure" and will miss OTAs this week, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.
Analysis: Glenn said the first-round rookie will be ready for training camp later this summer after undergoing surgery for a sports hernia. While listed as a tight end, Sadiq is expected to mainly line up detached from the line as more of a receiver with the Jets, allowing Mason Taylor and Jeremy Ruckert to handle more of the traditional tight end duties. |
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Younghoe Koo Younghoe Koo Signing with Jets
Wed, May 27, 2026, 4:33 PM
The Jets are slated to sign Koo, Connor Hughes of SNY.tv reports.
Analysis: Koo spent time with the Falcons, his original NFL team, as well as the Giants in 2025, combining to make six of his nine field-goal attempts and 13 of his 14 extra-point tries in six regular season games (one with Atlanta and five with New York). With the Jets, the 31-year-old will have a chance to compete for kicking duties with Cade York and Lenny Krieg. |
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