Jets Underground

As the New York Jets wrap up their rigorous training camp and turn their focus toward the final preseason matchup and upcoming roster cuts, head coach Aaron Glenn pushed the squad through their longest and most demanding practice of the summer to simulate a full game-day workload.Quarterback Geno Smith closed out camp on an exceptionally high note, running the offense with sharp efficiency and very few incompletions during team drills. Smith connected cleanly across the field with targets like Garrett Wilson, Adonai Mitchell, Mason Taylor, and Braelon Allen, highlighting his precise decision-making.Meanwhile, rookie quarterback Cade Klubnik navigated typical growing pains while leading the second-team offense. While he flashed his dual-threat capability with an explosive scramble of over 20 yards, Klubnik also faced relentless pressure behind the second-unit line from a swarming pass rush.Practice & Roster Highlights* Offensive Standouts: Braelon Allen had a massive day, scoring both on the ground and through the air—including a contested 6-yard touchdown grab from Geno Smith near the goal line.* Defensive Pressure: The defensive front dominated team periods, led by Kingsley Enagbare with two sacks, alongside heavy backfield disruption from Will McDonald IV, Braiden McGregor, and rookie David Bailey.* Special Teams Adjustments: The Jets waived veteran kicker Cade York prior to practice, leaving Jason Sanders as the sole kicker on the roster heading into the final preseason game.* Injury & Rehab Status: Key contributors like Breece Hall (groin), Kenyon Sadiq (hernia), and D’Angelo Ponds (calf strain) continued working on side fields as they target a return for Week 1.With the preseason finale approaching and the initial 53-man roster deadline looming on Sunday, August 30, at 6:00 p.m. ET, the coaching staff is using every remaining rep to finalize hard-fought roster decisions. Get full access to Jets Underground at jetsunderground.substack.com/subscribe