The NY Jets were back on the practice field Wednesday morning in Florham Park for a shorter session that ran from approximately 8:30 a.m. until a few minutes after 10. Aaron Glenn described the practice as “quick and fast,” with the defense getting off to a strong start before the offense responded during an extended red-zone period. Cade Klubnik received plenty of work, including first-team reps, and had a very good day. Kicker Cade York also provided one of the highlights of practice, going 5-for-5 and drilling a 60-yard field goal that had plenty of distance to spare. Here is our full Jets Camp report for Tuesday, August 19th.
Klubnik took advantage of the additional work Wednesday. The rookie looked comfortable running the offense and continued to show the accuracy that has stood out at different points throughout camp. During the red-zone period, Klubnik rolled out and connected with Jelani Woods for a touchdown.
On the next play, Klubnik found Kene Nwangwu on a short pass, and Nwangwu walked into the end zone for another touchdown.
Klubnik also completed passes to Arian Smith and Deuce Trayanum during team work. The most encouraging part continues to be how comfortable he looks. He’s a rookie, and there will be mistakes, but he hasn’t looked overwhelmed by the additional responsibility or by working with the starters.
After practice, Glenn said Klubnik is getting “better and better” with each practice. Wednesday was another step in that direction.
Glenn thought the defense controlled the early portion of practice before the offense responded in the red zone.
The defensive emphasis remains creating disruption and turnovers. Glenn has repeatedly stressed getting hands on the football, and Wednesday’s early work reflected the type of aggressive defense he is trying to build.
After the defense had the better of the early portion of practice, the offense responded when the Jets moved into approximately 15 red-zone reps.
Klubnik was responsible for two of the better plays, throwing touchdowns to Jelani Woods and Kene Nwangwu.
Brownlee also made his presence felt for the defense with a sack, while McDonald generated pressure.
That back-and-forth was essentially how Glenn described the practice afterward: the defense started fast, and the offense answered once the team moved into the red zone.
Cade York was the better kicker on Wednesday and was perfect on the day.
Jason Sanders kicked later, with his five attempts coming together at the end of practice rather than alternating with York.
York and Sanders have traded good days throughout camp, but Wednesday belonged to York.
This wasn’t really a day to evaluate Geno Smith. His workload was noticeably lighter, and he threw only a few passes during the team periods while Klubnik received additional work with the starters.
Glenn indicated afterward that there is still some soreness, but said the injury isn’t limiting Smith. Glenn also said the current plan is for Geno to play Friday night, although he cautioned that plans can change.
Wednesday’s practice followed the script Aaron Glenn wants to see. The defense came out fast and controlled the early portion of practice. When the Jets transitioned into red-zone work, the offense responded.
Cade Klubnik was the biggest offensive story. With Geno Smith on a lighter workload, the rookie received additional opportunities with the starters and looked comfortable. His two red-zone touchdown passes highlighted another encouraging day, and Glenn’s assessment that Klubnik continues to improve matched what I saw on the field.
Cade York had an impressive day of his own. He was perfect on five field-goal attempts, including a 60-yarder that cleared with room to spare.
The Jets now turn their attention toward Friday night’s preseason game, where Klubnik should get another opportunity to build on what has been an encouraging training camp.