Overview
- The Jets announced Thursday that Geno Smith will start the Week 2 preseason game at Pittsburgh after practicing through the week despite earlier ankle swelling.
- Coach Aaron Glenn has said starters are expected to play but will make game‑day snap decisions, signaling the team plans to limit playing time to protect health before Sept. 13.
- Rookie Cade Klubnik strengthened his hold on the backup role with strong first‑team reps and a solid debut in Week 1, and he is expected to take over after Smith’s allotted series.
- Running back Breece Hall suffered a groin strain and will miss 2–3 weeks of preseason work but is expected to be ready for the regular‑season opener.
- Defensive depth was bolstered when T’Vondre Sweat and Joseph Ossai were activated from the NFI list and returned to practice, while cornerback Qwan’Tez Stiggers remains in the concussion protocol and is on a red non‑contact jersey.