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Jets Rookie QB Impresses Aaron Glenn Amid Geno Smith Injury Concern

Jets Rookie QB Impresses Aaron Glenn Amid Geno Smith Injury Concern

Summary

The New York Jets’ veteran quarterback, Geno Smith, is dealing with an ankle injury and may miss the next preseason game. Rookie quarterback Cade Klubnik played in Smith’s place during the preseason opener and performed well, showing promise to the Jets’ coaching staff.

Key Facts

  • Geno Smith missed the Jets’ preseason opener due to a sore left ankle.
  • Smith is listed as day-to-day but still practices with heavy taping on his ankle.
  • Coach Aaron Glenn suggested Smith might sit out the next preseason game as a precaution.
  • Cade Klubnik started in Smith’s place during the preseason opener and completed 5 of 7 passes for 56 yards.
  • Klubnik led the Jets’ first two scoring drives in that game.
  • Klubnik performed well again in practice, completing several passes in red-zone drills.
  • Smith is still expected to start in Week 1, but his past season showed a decline with many interceptions.
  • Coach Glenn said Klubnik is improving every time he practices and can learn from his mistakes.
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