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Jets’ all-time bad season ends vs. Bills, as Aaron Glenn takes blame for failure
Buffalo Bills running back Ray Davis (22) carries the ball as he is defended by New York Jets safety Malachi Moore (27) in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)AP The Jets don’t play again until September. And that’s good news for everyone, except their opponents, after the Jets lost 35-8 to the Bills on Sunday. They secured the No. 2 overall pick in the draft.
Jets’ all-time bad season ends vs. Bills, as Aaron Glenn takes blame for failure Original
Buffalo Bills running back Ray Davis (22) carries the ball as he is defended by New York Jets safety Malachi Moore (27) in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)AP The Jets don’t play again until September. And that’s good news for everyone, but their opponents, after the Jets lost 35-8 to the Bills on Sunday. They secured the No. 2 overall pick in the draft.
Jets brutal loss to Patriots is more proof of move they must make this offseason Original
19 1/19 NFL Week 17: New England Patriots at New York Jets Jets running back Breece Hall sprinted across the team’s logo at midfield and blazed a path down the right sideline into the end zone on Sunday afternoon at MetLife Stadium. As his teammates celebrated the only bright moment on an all-time bleak day for this woebegone franchise, Hall jogged into the darkness of the tunnel.
Jets’ loss to Saints revealed these important realities about their future Original
New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn during the fourth quarter against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. The Dolphins won, 34-10.Andrew Mills | NJ Advance Media The Jets didn’t give their fans much to feel good about on Sunday, as they added another cringeworthy final score to an ugly season: the 29-6 loss to the Saints was their third straight defeat by more than 20 points.
Jets shut down top weapon until 2026
The Jets still have three games to play in 2025 season. But Friday brought another sign that it’s all about 2026. Wide receiver Garrett Wilson will remain on injured reserve for the rest of the season, coach Aaron Glenn announced on Friday morning as the team prepared for Sunday’s game at New Orleans. Wilson will miss 10 of the final 11 games with a knee injury. But Glenn said the receiver’s rehab is going well, and he should be back on the field for the offseason program in the spring.
Jets shut down top weapon until 2026 Original
New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)AP The Jets still have three games to play in 2025 season. But Friday brought another sign that it’s all about 2026. Wide receiver Garrett Wilson will remain on injured reserve for the rest of the season, coach Aaron Glenn announced on Friday morning as the team prepared for Sunday’s game at New Orleans. Wilson will miss 10 of the final 11 games with a knee injury.
Jets’ Aaron Glenn makes surprising change Original
New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn walks off the field at the halftime break in an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Joshua A. Bickel) APAP The Jets defense is getting worse by the game. And coach Aaron Glenn isn’t waiting for it to get better. Glenn fired defensive coordinator Steve Wilks on Monday, a day after the Jets gave up five passing touchdowns and 48 points in a humiliating loss to the Jaguars.
Jets lose ugly to Jags: 3 things that actually matter to future of Aaron Glenn’s team Original
New York Jets quarterback Brady Cook (4) passes against the Dolphins in his NFL debut last week. His first career start against the Jags in Sunday's loss didn't clear up his future. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)AP The Jets lost ugly to the Jags, falling 48-20 in Jacksonville – further cementing their spot as one of the worst teams in the NFL. The Jets (3-11) further solidified their draft position, which is now looking like it could be in the top five.
Jets’ clear sign of progress was easy to miss as ugly loss to Dolphins extends playoff drought Original
32 1/32 NFL Week 14: Miami Dolphins at New York Jets The Jets are not a good football team. But they have done a good job at keeping themselves in football games and avoiding total embarrassment in 2025. Before Sunday the Jets had gone more than two months since they last lost a game by more than two possessions – and had won five of their last eight games, a stretch that included the franchise altering trades of cornerback Sauce Gardner and defensive tackle Quinnen Williams.
Jets’ ugly loss to Dolphins comes with some bright spots Original
22 1/22 NFL Week 14: Miami Dolphins at New York Jets The Jets showed progress in last week’s win over the Falcons, proving they could get the job done even if things weren’t going right. Sunday against the Dolphins they showed off their new rivalry uniform, and that’s about it in a non-competitive 34-10 loss to Miami. Is the color scheme dark green? Is it black? Were they left in a dusty closet?
Jets rookie QB makes NFL debut vs. Dolphins after another injury Original
New York Jets quarterback Brady Cook (4) drops back to pass during practice at Jets OTAs, Wednesday, May 21, 2025 in Florham Park, N.J.Andrew Mills | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com The Jets are onto their third quarterback of 2025. And they certainly didn’t make it easy on undrafted rookie Brady Cook, who made his NFL debut on Sunday with his team already down 21-0 to the Dolphins late in the first quarter.
NFL Draft 2026: 18 non-QB prospects for Jets fans to watch in conference championship games Original
Buckeyes wide receiver Carnell Tate (17) starts the celebration early late in the fourth quarter during the college football game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Michigan Wolverines in Ann Arbor on Saturday, November 29, 2025. The Buckeyes won 27-9 to advance to the Big 10 Conference Championship game.David Petkiewicz, cleveland.com We all know the Jets need a new quarterback in 2026.
Jets NFL Draft position 2026: How much did win over Falcons cost them?
NFL Week 13: Atlanta Falcons at New York Jets The Jets started Sunday in position to pick No. 4 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft, if the season had ended at that very moment. But Sunday was a reminder that the season is not over – it won’t be for another 34 days – and how quickly things can change. The Jets picked up a gutsy win over the Falcons on Nick Folk’s 56-yard field goal as time expired. It gave them a rare moment of pure joy in an otherwise miserable season.
Jets win over Falcons: A bright spot in a dismal season or proof they’re headed in the right direction? Original
25 1/25 NFL Week 13: Atlanta Falcons at New York Jets The football knuckled above the Falcons’ defensive line, cutting through the rain and wind as it reached its apex about 25 feet above the turf at MetLife Stadium. But as it started to fall back toward earth, it looked sure to keep hooking left of its intended target between the goalposts in the south end zone.
Jets NFL Draft position 2026: How much did win over Falcons cost them?
Jets Published: Dec. 01, 2025, 7:00 a.m. 25 1/25 NFL Week 13: Atlanta Falcons at New York Jets The Jets started Sunday in position to pick No. 4 overall in the NFL 2026 Draft, if the season had ended at that very moment. But Sunday was a reminder that the season is not over – it won’t be for another 34 days – and how quickly things can change. The Jets picked up a gutsy win over the Falcons on Nick Folk’s 56-yard field goal as time expired.
Jets thrilling win over Falcons is also reminder of past QB gamble that could have turned out way worse Original
17 1/17 NFL Week 13: Atlanta Falcons at New York Jets Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins stood in the pocket as if his feet were bolted into the turf at MetLife Stadium late Sunday afternoon, before he unleashed a pass that landed closer to the stands in the south end zone than it did to any of his receivers. It was one of several unimpressive throws made by the veteran quarterback on this cold, rainy late fall day.
Cowboys’ Jerry Jones claims he made Jets an unbelievable (literally) trade offer Original
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones on the field before an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)AP Cowboys owner Jerry Jones says a lot of outlandish things. But on Friday, in the aftermath of the Cowboys’ Thanksgiving Day win over the Chiefs, Jones made a claim so outrageous that it crossed over into the realm of impossible to believe.
3 reasons to be optimistic about the Jets’ future, and it’s not what Aaron Glenn keeps preaching about Original
New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn on the sidelines during an NFL football game against the New York Giants on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025.AP Photo/Gregory Payan The Jets reached a grim milestone on Sunday, clinching their 10th straight losing season with a loss to Lamar Jackson and the Ravens. Soon, they’ll be eliminated from the playoffs for the 15th consecutive season, extending the longest active postseason drought in the four major American sports leagues.
Former Jets star takes shot at Woody Johnson after fast start with new team Original
New York Jets owner Woody Johnson wears a giant ‘Woody and the Jets’ necklace during pregame warmups as his team prepares to play the New York Giants in NFL preseason action on Saturday, August 26, 2023 in East Rutherford, N.J.Andrew Mills | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com Defensive tackle Quinnen Williams couldn’t hide his frustration throughout his six-plus losing seasons with the Jets.
Jets’ loss to Ravens proves that helping NFL Draft position doesn’t always help the future: ‘S--- happens’
For most of the fourth quarter on Sunday afternoon, as the Jets battled the Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium, it was clear what the No. 2 offseason priority should be for coach Aaron Glenn and general manager Darren Mougey as they play out the final half of this season with an eye on 2026. Finding the right quarterback is the move that will make or break this new regime. No one will argue that. But surrounding him with the right weapons will be almost as important.
Jets loss to Ravens proves that helping NFL Draft position doesn’t always help the future Original
New York Jets running back Breece Hall (20) runs during the first half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) APAP For most of the fourth quarter on Sunday afternoon, as the Jets battled the Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium, it was clear what the No. 2 offseason priority should be for coach Aaron Glenn and GM Darren Mougey as they play out the final half of this season with an eye on 2026.
Ranking the best college QBs for the Jets; why these 2 options stand above rest
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) reacts after running back Roman Hemby scored a touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)AP The Jets have made a change at quarterback, with Tyrod Taylor taking over for Justin Fields when the Jets travel to Baltimore to face the Ravens on Sunday.
Ranking the best college QBs for the Jets; why these 2 options stand above rest
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) reacts after running back Roman Hemby scored a touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)AP The Jets have made a change at quarterback, with Tyrod Taylor taking over for Justin Fields when the Jets travel to Baltimore to face the Ravens on Sunday.
Ranking the best college QBs for the Jets; why these 2 options stand above rest
The Jets have made a change at quarterback, with Tyrod Taylor taking over for Justin Fields when the Jets travel to Baltimore to face the Ravens on Sunday. But with the Jets already in position to guarantee their 10th straight losing season if they can’t upset the Ravens, the more interesting question is surrounding their quarterback of the future.
How Jets’ Kris Boyd reached out to concerned teammates after shooting
FILE - New York Jets cornerback Kris Boyd takes part in an NFL football training camp, July 23, 2025, in Florham Park, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)AP It has been a scary and difficult week in the Jets’ locker room after cornerback Kris Boyd was shot in Manhattan early Sunday morning and rushed to a New York City hospital in critical condition.
How Jets’ Kris Boyd reached out to concerned teammates after shooting
It has been a scary and difficult week in the Jets’ locker room after cornerback Kris Boyd was shot in Manhattan early Sunday morning and rushed to a New York City hospital in critical condition. But an improving Boyd was able to lift the spirits of his concerned teammates from his hospital bed this week with an encouraging update on his recovery.
How Jets’ Kris Boyd reached out to concerned teammates after shooting
FILE - New York Jets cornerback Kris Boyd takes part in an NFL football training camp, July 23, 2025, in Florham Park, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)AP It has been a scary and difficult week in the Jets’ locker room after cornerback Kris Boyd was shot in Manhattan early Sunday morning and rushed to a New York City hospital in critical condition.
How the Jets’ failed gamble on Justin Fields impacts their future at QB for rest of season and beyond Original
New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)AP The Jets rolled the dice when they Justin Fields in free agency. And they weren’t just betting on Fields to finally put it all together after four years of failing to prove himself as a viable NFL starter. Coach Aaron Glenn and general manager Darren Mougey were betting on themselves in the hope that they could surround him with the support he needed to finally get the most out of his talented arm and elite scrambling ability.
Former NFL stars rip Jets’ Aaron Glenn after Pats loss for this decision: ‘I don’t get what their logic is’ Original
New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn gestures during the first half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty) APAP The Jets and quarterback Justin Fields turned in another awful offensive performance on Thursday night in a 27-14 loss to the Patriots.
Jets hang with Patriots but can’t hide from this grim reality after another loss Original
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye looks to pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty) APAP It could have been worse. But it was still pretty bad. That’s the primary takeaway from the Jets’ 27-15 loss to the Patriots on Thursday night dropped them to 2-8. No one outside of the Jets building expected them to win, and few people even expected them to stay in this game.
Broadcasting legend points out insane Jets defensive stat vs. Patriots
New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn after place kicker Nick Folk (6) kicked a field goal late in the first half against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025 in East Rutherford, N.J. Andrew Mills | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com The Jets defense wasn’t very good with defensive tackle Quinnen Williams and cornerback Sauce Gardner. And unsurprisingly it’s not looking much better without them.
Broadcasting legend points out insane Jets defensive stat vs. Patriots
The Jets defense wasn’t very good with defensive tackle Quinnen Williams and cornerback Sauce Gardner. And unsurprisingly it’s not looking much better without them. The Jets gave up back-to-back touchdowns to the Patriots to start Thursday night’s game, which they trailed 14-7 at halftime. Patriots quarterback Drake Maye converted on his first 11 passes – a career best game-opening completion streak for the MVP candidate, who is in his second year.
3 things Jets can copy from Patriots’ remarkable turnaround, and 1 thing they can’t
New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel speaks with quarterback Drake Maye (10) during the second half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)AP The Jets best thing we can say about tonight’s matchup between the Jets and Patriots is that it has the potential to be a whole lot more interesting than it seemed like it would be a week ago, after the Jets traded away two of their best players at the deadline.
How a shocking trade and a tearful viral video became the best week ever for 2 young Jets fans from N.J. Original
New York Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner (1), gestures during an NFL football practice at The Grove in Watford, England, Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)AP It has been a whirlwind of a week for Jets fans everywhere, many of whom are still struggling to wrap their minds around the blockbuster trade that sent cornerback Sauce Gardner to the Colts eight days ago.
Draft position or wins? What Jets fans should be rooting for in final 8 games of lost season Original
New York Jets offensive players celebrate keeping possession of the football on an defensive offside penalty that gave the Jets a first down ending the Browns chance of getting the football back in the fourth quarter. John Kuntz, cleveland.com It’s the most wonderful time of the year for Jets fans, even if it has come about a month earlier than usual.
Jets showing real progress under Aaron Glenn, or is it still all about 2026 and beyond? Original
29 1/29 NFL Week 10: Cleveland Browns at New York Jets Aaron Glenn stood in the middle of the Jets locker room at MetLife Stadium late Sunday afternoon and screamed the words. “Who wants to fly with the f------ Jets?” Glenn couldn’t even get the first syllable out before his players and staff threw their heads back and joined him in unison. A week ago, it would have been easy to imagine the sports world pointing and laughing at such a scene in the aftermath of Sunday’s 27-20 win over the Browns.
Jets star had big day vs. Browns channeling Muhammad Ali after coaches doubted him: ‘Say my name’
29 1/29 NFL Week 10: Cleveland Browns at New York Jets Jets linebacker Quincy Williams started the week with a lot of change and a lot of feelings to work through. He returned from the bye and quickly found out he was no longer considered a starter. Less than 24 hours, he learned younger brother Quincy Williams was traded to the Cowboys. It was a lot to deal with, mentally and emotionally.
Jets proved plenty in wacky win over Browns after wild week Original
21 1/21 NFL Week 10: Cleveland Browns at New York Jets We know one thing for sure with eight games left in this all-time strange Jets season. They’re not done fighting. And Sunday, they capped one of the most head-spinning weeks in franchise history by proving they’re not done winning after shipping away some of their best players at the trade deadline. The Jets beat the Browns 27-20 on Sunday at MetLife Stadium to win their second straight game.
Jets top weapon exits game with concerning injury Original
Cleveland Browns safety Ronnie Hickman Jr. intercepts a pass intended for New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson in the first half of play at MetLife Stadium. John Kuntz, cleveland.com Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson exited Sunday’s game against the Browns in the third quarter with a knee injury and is questionable to return, the team announced. As Wilson entered the blue medical tent with about seven minutes remaining in the third quarter, he appeared to be walking with a limp.
A 12-year-old Jets fan blurted out, ‘I hate this team’ as he left MetLife. He never expected what happened next. Original
Winston Sullivan, the Jets fan that went viral for his blunt assessment of the team, interviews with NJ Advance Media.Andy Vasquez He was frustrated. He was annoyed. He, like so many Jets fans around him, wanted to leave MetLife Stadium as fast as possible on Oct. 19 following another lifeless loss. So when a microphone from an influencer was thrust into his face, he tried to find the words to express the disappointment and agony he’s felt for years.
Aaron Glenn’s message to Jets fans after trading away top players was ... not great Original
New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn walks off the field at the halftime break in an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Joshua A. Bickel) APAP It remains to be seen if Aaron Glenn is the right coach for the Jets. But on Wednesday we learned that he’s definitely not the guy the ticket office should lean on for a catchy, uplifting slogan to sell more seats.
Jets trade deadline day will go down as one of most important in team history: 11 big thoughts on what they got right and why it's risky Original
New York Jets introduce new head coach Aaron Glenn and general manager Darren Mougey are introduced during a news conference at Jets headquarters, Monday, Jan. 27, 2025, in Florham Park, N.J. Andrew Mills | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com Jets coach Aaron Glenn and general manager Darren Mougey haven’t wasted any time putting their mark on the team.
After Jets fire sale, NFL draft countdown is on: These QBs are on top of their list Original
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) looks to pass during an NCAA football game against Michigan St, Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025 in Bloomington, Ind. Indiana won 38-13. (AP Photo/Vera Nieuwenhuis)ASSOCIATED PRESS The Jets say they’re not tearing things down. And that their only focus is on winning games this year, starting with Sunday’s showdown with the Browns.
Another Jets star wants ‘out’ before trade deadline Original
New York Jets running back Breece Hall (20) and guard John Simpson (76) in action against the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game on Sunday, Sep. 7, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J. (Brad Penner/AP Images for Panini)AP The trade rumors have swarming around Breece Hall since March, when coach Aaron Glenn told the world Hall would have to earn his No. 1 role in the running back room. But through it all Hall has remained steadfast: he wants to stay with the Jets.
Jets deal star in second blockbuster trade. What did they get and what’s the plan? Original
New York Jets coach Aaron Glenn greets defensive tackle Quinnen Williams at practice on June 10, 2025, in Florham Park, N.J.(AP Photo/Adam Hunger) The Jets pulled off a second blockbuster trade on Tuesday, dealing Pro Bowl defensive tackle Quinnen Williams to the Cowboys for a massive package including a future first-round pick, according to multiple reports. It’s not as shocking as the trade that sent All-Pro cornerback Sauce Gardner to the Colts earlier in the afternoon.
Jets trade biggest star in shocking deadline deal
Cornerback Sauce Gardner, who signed a massive extension with the Jets in July and was billed as a foundational piece of the team’s future, was traded to the Colts on Tuesday. It’s almost certainly the most shocking trade in franchise history. And the Colts paid a premium for it, giving the Jets two first-round picks in return for Gardner. One in 2026 and one in 2027, according to multiple reports.
Jets trade biggest star in shocking deadline deal
New York Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner (1) leaves the field after the Jets lost, 30-10, to the Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J. Andrew Mills | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com Cornerback Sauce Gardner, who signed a massive extension with the Jets in July and was billed as a foundational piece of the team’s future, was traded traded to the Colts on Tuesday. It’s almost certainly the most shocking trade in franchise history.
Jets trade deadline tracker: Latest news and rumors
New York Jets introduce new general manager Darren Mougey (left) and head coach Aaron Glenn at Jets headquarters, Monday, Jan. 27, 2025, in Florham Park, N.J. Andrew Mills | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com The New York Jets are 1-7 after last week’s bye. And that leaves one big question heading into Tuesday’s NFL trade deadline: will they be sellers or buyers?
Jets 7-round mock draft: Is it QB or bust for Aaron Glenn in 2026?
New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn walks off the field at the halftime break in an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Joshua A. Bickel) APAP The Jets still have a long way to go this season as they reach the bye at 1-7. But there is some hope for the new regime led by coach Aaron Glenn and general manager Darren Mougey after Sunday’s stunning win in Cincinnati.
Jets 7-round mock draft: Is it QB or bust for Aaron Glenn in 2026?
New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn walks off the field at the halftime break in an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Joshua A. Bickel) APAP The Jets still have a long way to go this season as they reach the bye at 1-7. But there is some hope for the new regime led by coach Aaron Glenn and general manager Darren Mougey after Sunday’s stunning win in Cincinnati.
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