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Jelani Woods seeks roster spot with Jets in preseason finale

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 4:34 PM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Jelani Woods seeks roster spot with Jets in preseason finale

Summary

Jelani Woods is set to showcase his skills in a pivotal preseason finale for the New York Jets on August 26, 2026. The tight end has benefited from injuries in the tight end room, showing potential with a touchdown reception in a previous game. Woods aims to secure a position on the Jets' 53-man roster amid competition from incumbents and undrafted rookies. A strong performance could influence the decision on whether the Jets carry four tight ends instead of three.

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Status Watch

•Woods has capitalized on additional opportunities this summer.
•He scored a touchdown in the preseason against the Steelers.
•Jeremy Ruckert and Mason Taylor are key competitors for roster spots.
•Kenyon Sadiq is expected to return for the regular season.
•Woods is battling for potentially the final tight end position.

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4:34 PMYahoo Sports — Jets TE Jelani Woods faces pivotal audition in preseason finale

What they're saying

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Jelani Woods has made the most of increased opportunities, and a final preseason outing could help determine his place on the Jets' 53-man roster.
— Yahoo Sports

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