New York Jets

Cade Klubnik

QB

Geno Smith commanded the Jets on the first offensive series and led a 10-play, 69-yard drive that ended with a 13-yard touchdown pass to Jelani Woods. Klubnik took over on the second series and ended up playing more snaps than he did in the Jets' preseason opener against the Buccaneers. However, he could not lead the offense on any scoring drives, and part of the issue for the rookie fourth-rounder was that he was playing with the second-team offensive line. Klubnik appears to be ahead of both Brady Cook and Bailey Zappe for the backup QB job behind Geno Smith heading into the Jets' preseason finale against the Giants next Friday.

Jason Sanders

PK

Sanders contributed four of the Jets' 17 points, making his 39-yard field goal in the fourth quarter. Cade York initially started the game for the Jets, missing a field goal in the second quarter. Sanders' performance likely further increased his chances of securing the starting role for the 2026 regular season.

Isaiah Davis

RB

Davis has missed the Jets' first two preseason games due to a knee injury he sustained in training camp practice in early August. He's trending on the doubtful side of suiting up for the Jets' preseason finale against the Giants next Friday, but he could be available for the regular-season opener against the Titans on Sunday, Sept. 13. With Breece Hall (groin) also sidelined, Braelon Allen will serve as the Jets' top running back in practices, with Kene Nwangwu, Chip Trayanum and Sam Scott all in line for additional reps.

Mason Taylor

TE

Taylor has been operating as the team's top tight end in training camp, as rookie first-round pick Kenyon Sadiq (hernia) has been sidelined since the first week of August. Backup TE Jelani Woods capped the opening drive with a touchdown catch Friday, four plays after Taylor moved the chains with a 10-yard grab on third-and-9. Even once Sadiq gets healthy, Taylor's reliability as both a pass catcher and blocker should allow the 2025 second-round pick to maintain a sizable role.

Cade York

PK

York missed from 59 yards in the second quarter, ending his night. Jason Sanders took over in the second half, making a 39-yard field goal and finishing the game with a PAT in the fourth quarter. York was called upon for the harder kick, but the failure likely still dings the kicker compared to Sanders' perfect night.