Jets' offense expected to improve with new talent despite low rankings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 11:45 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
The New York Jets enter the 2026 NFL season optimistic about their offense after acquiring quarterback Geno Smith in a trade and drafting playmakers Kenyon Sadiq and Omar Cooper Jr. However, NFL rankings place the Jets' skill positions at 27th, below teams like the Carolina Panthers and Houston Texans. Analysts suggest that while the Jets have talent, particularly with stars Garrett Wilson and Breece Hall, they must prove themselves on the field. Much of the current enthusiasm revolves around potential rather than established performance.
- •Jets ranked 27th in NFL skill positions by FOX Sports.
- •Geno Smith added as quarterback ahead of the season.
- •First-round draft picks include WR Omar Cooper and TE Kenyon Sadiq.
- •Garrett Wilson and Breece Hall key offensive stars.
- •Current excitement hinges on unproven talent and potential.
- 11:45 AMYahoo Sports — Are Jets' 'skill positions' on offense being disrespected by the NFL?
"Jets 'skill positions' might have been disrespected in recent NFL rankings.
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