Jets running backs and cornerbacks display talent in preseason opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 1:25 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
In the New York Jets' preseason opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on August 14, key position battles unfolded. Running back Braelon Allen stood out with 44 yards and a touchdown on four carries, while Isaiah Davis did not play due to injury. In the cornerback competition, Azareye'h Thomas recorded a pass deflection and Mory Bamba impressed with four pass deflections and five tackles. The Jets must finalize their 53-man roster by August 30, creating urgency for players to solidify their spots.
- •Braelon Allen rushes for 44 yards and a touchdown.
- •Isaiah Davis does not play due to a knee injury.
- •Azareye'h Thomas records a pass deflection.
- •Mory Bamba notches four pass deflections and five tackles.
- •Jets must trim roster to 53 players by August 30.
- 1:25 AMYahoo Sports — Jets position battles: Who impressed most in preseason opener?
"Updates on New York Jets position battles, including running back Braelon Allen and cornerback Azareye'h Thomas, following the team's preseason opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NFL•Aug 18, 2026, 2:17 AMTexans reveal season depth chart projections of joint practice vs. Raiders
NFL•Aug 18, 2026, 2:05 AMSeahawks Make Move for Ex-Packers 6-Foot-2 Playmaker Days After Loss vs. Cowboys
NFL•Aug 18, 2026, 2:00 AM49ers might've given Bengals a solid free-agency reunion idea
NFL•Aug 18, 2026, 1:55 AMNFL Insider provides update on Vita Vea's situation with the Bucs
NFL•Aug 18, 2026, 1:48 AMMitchell Trubisky injury update as Titans QB leaves practice early
NFL•Aug 18, 2026, 1:47 AMJameson Williams injury update: Detroit Lions WR dealing with shoulder