With kickoff just a few hours away, there are undoubtedly butterflies in the stomachs of plenty of Jets players. Not because anyone will care about the final outcome, but because there are very few roster spots up for grabs and plenty of guys who want them. Who are the key names to watch? RB Israel Abanikanda: Abanikanda hasn’t been hugely productive playing behind second and … [Read more...] about Who has a Shot to win Roster Spot in Jets Preseason Finale?
Jets Defense Impressive in 10-6 Victory to Close Preseason
Outside of a long touchdown run from Izzy Abanikanda, the Jets defense provided all of the fireworks on Saturday night to close out the preseason. The Jets seemingly sent wave after wave of pass rushers against the Giants as Gang Green racked up eight sacks. Veteran Takkarist McKinley led the way with 2.5 sacks but a pair of undrafted rookies stepped up as well. Edge rusher … [Read more...] about Jets Defense Impressive in 10-6 Victory to Close Preseason
Preseason Game vs Giants: Depth Chart & NY Jets Roster Outlook
As the New York Jets prepare for their third preseason game, this one is against the Giants; the focus is on evaluating the depth and deciding the final roster spots. Head Coach Robert Saleh has confirmed that the starters, including Aaron Rodgers, will not take the field. Instead, we’ll see a mix of players fighting to secure their place on the team. The depth charts below, … [Read more...] about Preseason Game vs Giants: Depth Chart & NY Jets Roster Outlook
Waszak: Encouraging News From Aaron Rodgers out of Jets Camp
Dennis Waszak of the Associated Press had an interesting nugget to share from a quote he gout out of Aaron Rodgers in regards to the level of preparation the Jets are going through this preseason. While starters have spent the first two preseason games on the sidelines, practice has been a different story. According to Rodgers, Jets coaches say the team has run 300 more plays … [Read more...] about Waszak: Encouraging News From Aaron Rodgers out of Jets Camp
Jets Bring Back Familiar Face at Corner, cut TE Neal Johnson
It seems the Jets really like cornerback Nehemiah Shelton, but they’re having commitment issues. The Jets signed Shelton after last season’s draft but let him go after the preseason but retained him on their practice squad. He was let go once again in October and this time he landed on his feet in the UFL with the Memphis Showboats. Not long after the Jets signed Shelton … [Read more...] about Jets Bring Back Familiar Face at Corner, cut TE Neal Johnson