Jets Rookie Suffers Brutal Setback After Strong Preseason Debut
One surprise rookie stole the show in the Jets' preseason opener — now a knee injury could sideline him for weeks.
The New York Jets drafted three first-round picks in the latest NFL Draft: David Bailey, Kenyon Sadiq, and Omar Cooper Jr. Additionally, they selected D Angelo Ponds and Cade Klubnik later rounds. However, it was undrafted rookie free agent Mory Bamba, a BYU cornerback, who delivered the standout performance during their preseason opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Bamba recorded five combined tackles, including three solo, and four pass breakups, outshining all other defenders on both teams. Despite his impressive performance, Bamba faces a potential setback as head coach Aaron Glenn announced on Monday that he is expected to miss two weeks due to a right knee injury. Bamba was seen working out with a brace on his knee during a Monday practice, raising concerns about his chances of making the Jets' final roster.
The team has two more preseason games left: against the Pittsburgh Steelers on August 21 and the New York Giants on August 28. Following these games, the Jets must reduce their roster to 53 players for the start of the 2026 season.
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