New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn was cryptic about his team's starters facing the Pittsburgh Steelers in their preseason contest. But it seems one starter will indeed take the field: Geno Smith will make his preseason debut for the Jets, according to a report from SNY.
The quarterback, who was a late scratch for the Jets' preseason opener last week due to an ankle injury, will start against the Steelers on Friday evening. Smith's status had been uncertain, with coach Glenn initially refusing to give a straight answer. "The players are going to change but things can change," Glenn said earlier this week.
The Jets traded for Smith earlier this offseason, and he is the presumed starter. Getting his feet wet in the preseason, if healthy, is important for the quarterback. Smith's ankle injury has raised concerns about his readiness for the upcoming season.
Glenn's comments on starters playing against the Steelers were also cryptic. "The players are going to play. Things can change as we get closer to game time," he said. The Jets' starters, including Smith, will likely face the Steelers' first team in the preseason contest.
Jets fans will be eager to see how Smith performs in his preseason debut. The quarterback's health has been a concern, and his performance against the Steelers will give fans a glimpse into his readiness for the upcoming season.
The Jets will face the Steelers on Friday evening, and the game will be a crucial test for Smith and the team's starters. The preseason contest will provide valuable experience for the players, and it will be interesting to see how they perform against a strong opponent.
The Jets will look to build on their performance from the preseason opener, where fourth-round rookie Cade Klubnik took the first snap of the game in place of Smith. Klubnik's strong play has raised questions about whether he could be a potential backup quarterback for the Jets.
The game against the Steelers will be a key test for the Jets' starters, and it will be interesting to see how they perform. With Smith's return, the team's chances of success in the upcoming season will be boosted. The Jets will look to build on their performance from the preseason opener and make a strong statement against the Steelers.
Source: Yahoo Sports