Geno Smith Could Turn the Jets’ Playoff Hope Into a Disaster

The Jets finally appear to have enough offensive talent to escape years of misery, but Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber agree everything depends on Geno Smith. Evan sees a potential playoff formula built around Breece Hall, Garrett Wilson, an improved offensive line and Frank Reich, while Tiki fears Geno’s recent turnovers and offseason distractions could wreck the entire plan. Their biggest disagreement centers on rookie Cade Klubnik. Tiki believes the fourth-round pick should get a legitimate chance if he outplays Geno, but Evan argues the Jets’ most realistic path to surprising the league requires Smith to rediscover his Seattle form. With the franchise chasing its first top-half offense since 2015, the quarterback decision could determine whether the Jets finally escape the abyss.