Jets rookie VJ Payne sidelined for three to four weeks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 6:03 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
New York Jets rookie defensive back VJ Payne will miss three to four weeks due to a bone bruise sustained during training camp. Head coach Aaron Glenn noted Payne was performing well prior to the injury but will now miss the entire preseason, jeopardizing his roster spot. The Jets’ 53-player roster cutdown deadline is August 30. Meanwhile, teammate David Bailey also faced an injury scare during practice but was reported to be day-to-day after limping off the field.
- •VJ Payne suffers a bone bruise during training camp.
- •Payne will be out for three to four weeks.
- •Roster cuts must be finalized by August 30.
- •David Bailey injures ankle but is reported day-to-day.
- 6:03 PMYahoo Sports — Jets Rookie Gets Hurt, Will Miss a Month of Action
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