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Jermaine Johnson’s Return Puts Jets’ Pass Rush Back at Full Strength

Coach Aaron Glenn plans to sit many starters in the preseason finale to evaluate depth.

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - AUGUST 16: Head coach Aaron Glenn of the New York Jets looks on during the first half of the NFL Preseason 2025 game between New York Jets and New York Giants at MetLife Stadium on August 16, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
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Overview

  • Johnson participated in team drills for the first time this summer, joining Will McDonald IV and Quinnen Williams in a disruptive practice showing.
  • Glenn responded to the performance with a one-word assessment — "Whoa" — and outlined how Johnson’s power pairs with McDonald’s speed.
  • The defensive front had been incomplete earlier in camp as Johnson came off the PUP list and Williams and McDonald managed a calf injury plus back and knee issues.
  • Glenn said a good amount of starters will not play Friday against the Eagles to give younger players extended snaps before roster decisions.
  • Cornerback Sauce Gardner returned from a calf issue and briefly limped off after contact, which Glenn said was from getting kicked and that he was fine.