Jets' Roster Projection: Offense, Defense, Kickers

0:00On April 28th, the New York Jets are bouncing back from a rough 2025 season with a strong draft haul of eight rookies expected to hit. The ground running. Analysts love how they address needs on offense and defense, and now with undrafted free agents signed, it's time to project that initial. 53 man roster as they trim down from 90 before August. At quarterback, Geno Smith locks in as the starter under new coach Aaron Glinn, with rookie Cade Klubnik, developing as number two and Brady Cook. Rounding out the trio, Breeze Hall leads a deep running back group on the franchise tack, backed by Isaiah Davis and Braylon Allen battling for touches while the wide. Receiver room got a major upgrade around Gared Wilson, with speedsters like Adonai Mitchell and Aryan Smith. Fans are buzzing about the defense, which looks way tougher after adding past rushers like David Bailey, the number two overall pick, and Kingsley, and Adbari. Corner bag got a boost from pro-bola Nashon Wright, and slot guy D'Angelo Ponds, pairing

1:03nicely with safety's Minka Fitzpatrick and Andre Sisko too. Fixed last year's zero interception woes. Offensive line steps of big for Smith with Olufashanu at left tackle and depth by Joe Tipman inside, while tied in Kenyon Sadiq tops a solid. Trio over Jeremy Ruckert. Double cuts include Mazzie Smith on the D line and undrafted wide outs, but practice squat spots could save guys like Colin Lacey for special teams, value. This projection has 25 on offense, 25 on defense, and three special teamers with a kicker battle between undrafted Will Farron and Cade York. With health holds and the young blood gels, the Jets could surprise in 2026.