Jets Name 6 Captains for 2026 | NFL News

0:00It's September 7th. Welcome to NFL News Today, powered by AI and Ready for Kickoff. Alright, let's talk about the New York Jets. They've been busy rebuilding, and this week, they drop some news about who's stepping up to lead the squad. They've officially named 16 captains for the upcoming 2026 season. These captains weren't just picked by the coaches. Their own teammates voted them in. We're talking about guys like Geno Smith, Joe Tittman, Harrison Phillips, Demario Davis, Ninkofits Patrick, and Isaiah Williams. This move really highlights what head coach Aaron Glenn has been preaching. Leadership isn't just about one or two star players. For guys like Demario Davis and Harrison Phillips, getting that nod from their peers means the world. They both spoke about the respect and the bond they share with their teammates, calling it a band of brothers. It shows that the locker room is feeling that sense of unity and shared responsibility. This captain's selection is a big step in the direction Coach Glenn wants to take the

1:01team. He's emphasized that leadership needs to be spread throughout the entire roster, not just concentrated at the top. It seems like the players are buying into that vision. Now the real test comes when the game starts. Winds and losses are what ultimately matter in this league, but having these leaders in place suggests the foundation the Jets are trying to build is. Solid. We'll be watching to see if this leadership translates into on field success throughout the 2026 season.