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