Overview
- Glenn opened training camp on July 29 with a terse message of 'no slogans, no hype speeches' and said he will call defensive plays after overhauling half his assistants.
- General manager Darren Mougey said he and Glenn are 'more in sync' entering Year 2 and praised the coaching changes that include Frank Reich on offense and Brian Duker on defense.
- Geno Smith remains the projected starter while Cade Klubnik, Bailey Zappe and Brady Cook compete for backup reps and the team is expected to consider adding a veteran backup before the regular season.
- The Jets must address clear defensive failings from 2025 — including zero interceptions and only four fumble recoveries — an issue Glenn says he can fix by installing and adjusting the scheme himself.
- Outside skepticism is high, with analysts giving low preseason grades, and the club views the Sept. 13 opener as the first concrete milestone to judge whether Glenn’s second year produces real progress.