Jets evaluate QB situation after Klubnik's uneven preseason performance
6 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 9:19 PM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026
Cade Klubnik's status as backup quarterback for the Jets remains uncertain following an inconsistent performance in the preseason finale against the Giants. Klubnik completed 6 of 13 passes for 59 yards and an interception, which prompted head coach Aaron Glenn to withhold a definitive judgment on his role. Glenn highlighted that Klubnik displayed both promise and challenges during the game, stating that adjustments need to be made for the future. The rookie's prior appearance had been more favorable, showcasing his ability to lead scoring drives. The Jets, facing a potential quarterback gap with only two other options on the roster, plan to finalize their 53-man roster by August 30.
- •Cade Klubnik went 6 of 13 for 59 yards and 1 interception against the Giants.
- •Head coach Aaron Glenn was non-committal on Klubnik as the team's QB2.
- •Klubnik led an initial scoring drive but struggled with subsequent possessions.
- •The Jets must finalize their 53-man roster by August 30.
- •Other quarterbacks Bailey Zappe and Brady Cook combined for 5 completions and 38 yards.
- 9:19 PMYahoo Sports — Jets rookie QB Cade Klubnik will likely play in 2026 after latest news
- 8:39 PMYahoo Sports — Jets Notes: Cade Klubnik named backup quarterback; injury updates heading into Week 1
- 8:21 PMESPN — Rookie Cade Klubnik is Jets' QB2 entering season, Aaron Glenn says - ESPN
- 7:30 PMYahoo Sports — Rookie Cade Klubnik wins Jets' backup quarterback job. Edge rusher Joseph Ossai out with foot injury
- 4:30 AMYahoo Sports — Jets non-committal to Cade Klubnik as QB2 after 'up and down' preseason start against Giants
"Rookie Cade Klubnik will head into the regular season as the New York Jets' backup quarterback behind Geno Smith. The fourth-rounder out of Clemson received the bulk of the snaps during the three preseason games and had a solid training camp performance, giving the Jets confidence he can step in Smith's place if needed. "He's our backup quarterback," coach Aaron Glenn said Monday while announcing the decision.
"With initial 53-man rosters released, head coach Aaron Glenn and the Jets are shifting their focus from preseason drills during training camp to getting ready for Week 1 against the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, Sept. 13.
"Following his second straight mediocre preseason performance, Jets head coach Aaron Glenn was not want to anoint rookie Cade Klubnik as the team's QB2.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 9:19 PMJets rookie QB Cade Klubnik will likely play in 2026 after latest news
New York Jets rookie quarterback Cade Klubnik will likely play during the 2026 season after the latest decision.
- ESPNAug 31, 2026, 8:21 PMRookie Cade Klubnik is Jets' QB2 entering season, Aaron Glenn says - ESPN
Instead of adding a veteran insurance policy, the Jets will enter the season with rookie Cade Klubnik as their No. 2 quarterback.
- Yahoo SportsAug 31, 2026, 8:39 PMJets Notes: Cade Klubnik named backup quarterback; injury updates heading into Week 1
With initial 53-man rosters released, head coach Aaron Glenn and the Jets are shifting their focus from preseason drills during training camp to getting ready for Week 1 against the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, Sept. 13.
- Yahoo SportsAug 31, 2026, 7:30 PMRookie Cade Klubnik wins Jets' backup quarterback job. Edge rusher Joseph Ossai out with foot injury
Rookie Cade Klubnik will head into the regular season as the New York Jets' backup quarterback behind Geno Smith. The fourth-rounder out of Clemson received the bulk of the snaps during the three preseason games and had a solid training camp performance, giving the Jets confidence he can step in Smith's place if needed. "He's our backup quarterback," coach Aaron Glenn said Monday while announcing the decision.
- Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 4:30 AMJets non-committal to Cade Klubnik as QB2 after 'up and down' preseason start against Giants
Following his second straight mediocre preseason performance, Jets head coach Aaron Glenn was not want to anoint rookie Cade Klubnik as the team's QB2.
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