Omar Cooper Jr. struggles for depth chart position in Jets' preseason debut
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 4:17 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
The New York Jets faced the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in their preseason opener on August 15, 2026, losing 24-16. Rookie wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. had limited impact, registering a 26-yard reception while not participating in the first-team offense. Reports indicate that Cooper has dropped to WR4 behind Garrett Wilson, Adonai Mitchell, and Isaiah Williams. Expectations were high for Cooper, a first-round pick, but he now faces a challenge to secure a larger role moving forward into the season.
- •Jets lose preseason opener 24-16 to Buccaneers.
- •Omar Cooper Jr. is currently WR4 after the game.
- •Cooper has not solidified WR3 role despite being a first-round pick.
- •Isaiah Williams has surpassed Cooper on the depth chart.
- •Cooper's performance may impact his role as the season progresses.
- 4:17 PMYahoo Sports — Omar Cooper Jr.'s preseason debut reveals concerning depth chart status
"The Jets rookie WR isn't very high on the depth chart right now.
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