Geno Smith wears red contacts during Jets training camp

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Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Geno Smith wears red contacts during Jets training camp
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Geno Smith is using red contact lenses to combat sunlight glare during New York Jets training camp in Flushing, New Jersey. The 35-year-old quarterback, who returned to the Jets after a stint with the Las Vegas Raiders, says the lenses help him see better without squinting. Smith noted that several players, including Justin Herbert, have previously tried similar contacts, which he learned about from ex-teammate Santonio Holmes. The Jets' first preseason game is scheduled for next Friday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, although it remains unclear if Smith will play.

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  • Smith acquired by the Jets from Las Vegas in the offseason
  • Contacts designed to block sunlight glare for better vision
  • Previous players like Justin Herbert have used glare-reducing contacts
  • First preseason game for Jets is next Friday against Tampa Bay
  • Smith feels comfortable in new offensive coordinator Frank Reich's system
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  • 7:50 PMYahoo SportsGeno Smith’s red, sun glare-tackling contacts are a sight to see at Jets camp
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Geno Smith is seeing things a bit differently with the New York Jets this time around. “It’s something that we’ve been doing,” said the 35-year-old Smith, acquired in the offseason from Las Vegas. Smith was still wearing the UV protection lenses while speaking to reporters after practice Thursday, giving the quarterback's eyes an almost sinister look.

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